Choosing kitchen countertops

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Decide budget, then pick how it will be used

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas When its time to redecorate the kitchen, two of the most challenging choices are the cabinets and the countertops.

The decision can be tough, not just because of the money involved, but also because there are so many style choices.

Usually people want a contrast, said Nicki Ace, department supervisor for the kitchen and bath department at a Home Depot in Corpus Christi. They want dark cabinets and light counters, or dark counters and light cabinets. The contrast goes beautifully in the kitchen.

For those who have more money in their budget, granite is by far the most popular choice, said Glen Wells, owner of Cabinet Alternatives in Corpus Christi. The budget conscious usually choose laminate. Another popular choice is quartz.

There are two types of customer out there, Wells said. One who likes the consistency, and one who wants the black swirl, or the naturalness of granite.

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Choosing kitchen countertops