Limestone Kitchen Countertops

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The kitchen is perhaps the most important room in the house, and one that draws the most attention when you are trying to market your home. That is why it has consistently been one of the most advantageous renovation projects you can undertake as a homeowner, garnering one of the highest rates of return per investment.      

Whether you are undertaking a major kitchen overall or simply looking for a way to freshen it up a little, replacing the countertopping is an affective place to begin with. There are many materials you can choose for countertopping, and one such material is limestone.

More about Limestone

Limestone is a sedimentary rock that contains high concentrations of the mineral calcite. It is mined from the earth and has been used in building construction dating all the way back to the middle ages. Variances such as clay and organic remains within the forming environments cause the limestone to have color fluctuations. Travertine is a form of limestone, and is normally used on floors.

Limestone as Countertopping

Limestone countertops come either as honed or polished. Honed limestone has a satin-like sheen that is less polished than polished limestone. The look is created by not completing the polishing process.  Some people prefer the more natural appearance over the polished varieties.   

Protecting Your Limestone Countertop

Limestone can be used for kitchen countertops; however, it is very reactive to acid, so caution must be used when cleaning. To clean honed limestone, dust carefully and only apply cleaners made specifically for that purpose. Be very careful to keep acidic foods and liquids away from your surface. The limestone should be treated with a special seal to help prevent damage, but still be vigilant about protecting them.

Limestone offers a unique beauty that stands apart from other countertopping choices. Talk with a prescreened kitchen contractor today to tackle your kitchen remodel. 

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