Choose the perfect countertops for your home today

The countertops you choose for your home really can make a huge difference in the overall ambiance of the room. While old, outdated materials and colors can really destroy the atmosphere, new materials and colors can greatly lift the whole countenance of the room. Choosing specific materials based on needs such as water resistance, heat resistance, and ease of maintenance is also very important and should be discussed with one of our experienced associates.

At Stockdale Tile, we’re excited at every opportunity to help our clients find exactly what they’re looking for, no matter what the requirements. From our three showrooms, located in Bakersfield, Tehachapi, and Visalia, CA, we are proud to serve the communities of Bakersfield, Tehachapi, Visalia, Porterville, Hanford, Wasco, Delano, and Taft. Be sure to stop in at your convenience and tell us about your own needs. We look forward to that opportunity.

There are a variety of materials to choose from when trying to find the perfect countertops, so it’s important to know exactly what you want and need from your surfaces. For instance, do you prefer something waterproof, or completely resistant to stains? Do you need heat-proof or fire-proof surfaces? Is it important that your surfaces be easy to clean or hypoallergenic? Be sure to make your necessities known so that our associates can make sure you see only the most perfect materials for your project.

The appearance of your countertops can be offset by many things including lighting, fixtures, backsplashes, and so much more. It’s also very important when you’re shopping for new counters, to make sure you take all these things into consideration. Unless you’re in the middle of a massive remodeling project, these are things that might make or break your decision. Do the colors match? Are you staying in the same interior design scheme? For instance, it’s usually not a good idea to mix rustic and modern. If the looks simply don’t go together, you just won’t be happy with your choices, no matter what they are.

Another important thing you’ll want to consider about the materials you choose is whether or not they’ll need to be sealed and resealed. Some materials are simply installed and that’s the end of it. Others must be finished and sealed, such as certain varieties of natural stone. These processes need regular maintenance, so be sure that’s something you’re comfortable with before committing.