A wide variety of colors and edge treatments are available for laminate countertops, including beveled edging done in three colors. Solid surface countertops have a more limited color selection than laminate, but have a large selection of edge treatments for a custom look. Figure A Figure B Figure C Kitchen Makeover Shari Hiller and Matt Fox redo a kitchen built in 1923 that includes a butler's pantry. In the process, they coordinate wallpaper and fabrics, make new window treatments , shop for and install new countertops to replace the textured laminate counters there now, and replace appliances.
Inspiration comes from a fruit-themed wallpaper border used in the pantry and kitchen.
Hiller visits an expert at Builder's World for information about countertop materials. She chooses a solid surface countertop for her kitchen renovation. Granite - the most expensive and difficult to maintain surface. It must be sealed professionally once a year and waxed once a week. Because granite is porous, it stains easily.