Prefabricated Granite Countertops - Kitchen Design Ideas

Prefabricated granite countertops are cheaper than buying slabs of granite and they do not require putting together raw materials. Prefabricated granite countertops are a great choice for all kitchen sizes, with home owners actually preferring them over other stones such as marble because of their durability and sleek appearance.  To preserve and get the best use out of your new prefabricated granite countertops, there are a couple of things that you must know.

How to buy and care for your prefabricated granite countertops

• Measuring for prefabricated granite countertops is very simple. The first thing you need to do is measure the length of your counter top, which is just a measurement of its longest side. Next, get the width of your countertop, which is a measurement of how wide it is. Then, just multiply the length and width and divide that answer by 144. This will give you your square footage, which is the unit of measurment used by most DIY and hardware stores. Once you have your measurements, you can buy and fit your counter tops.

• Accidents happen all the time and it would not be reasonable to believe that your prefabricated granite countertops will never experience a spill or stain. Fortunately, there is an easy and effective way to clean them up and keep your counter top looking new. Most stains will come right up by combining flour, dishwashing soap and water to form a thick paste over the area. Cover the area with plastic wrap overnight and scrape it up with a wooden utensil in the morning.

Prefabricated granite countertops designs, colors, textures, and other options

• Prefabricated granite countertops are readily available in a variety of textures, colors, and designs. Even though they are made in pre-set dimensions with the most popular being 96x26, you can still have custom dimensions cut to fit your needs. The most popular models are Baltic Brown, Emerald Pearl, Santa Cecilia, Blue Pearl, among others. Not all options are available everywhere and you can find out more information through your local dealer or contractor.