Have you always wanted a marble countertop in your kitchen?

Nowadays, kitchen countertops come in a wide variety of materials such as wood, metal, stone, resin, tile, or even polished concrete and some are even made entirely of glass. The one we’re focusing on here is the marble countertop, and like all countertop materials, it has its strengths and advantages. Here they are.

Marble countertops are still quite popular today. As far back as antiquity, marble was used to make statues and columns before becoming a material used in flooring and wall coverings for our homes. This material remains in high demand because, in addition to being a noble and beautiful stone, it is also very durable and built to last.

It’s fair to say that marble is as beautiful as it is strong. However, in a kitchen, you’ll need to preserve it through proper care and maintenance. Marble is a porous stone and can stain fairly easily, it’s important to be honest about that. So if you dream of having a marble kitchen countertop, the best advice we can give you to help maintain its beauty is to invest in wooden cutting boards.

To keep your marble countertop looking as radiant as the day it was installed, you’ll need to take care of it in a way that preserves its vibrant colors. One of your best allies in this task is linseed oil combined with a little elbow grease. Simply apply a few drops of linseed oil to a soft cloth and rub it over your marble countertop. Buff the surface dry and let it sit for several hours, at least 8.

Using linseed oil will restore your marble countertop’s shine while preserving the natural porosity of the stone.

And here’s one final tip to help your marble countertop stay beautiful and radiant for many years to come. Marble, like the limestone it originates from, absolutely does not like acidity. So if you suddenly crave an orange, lemon, grapefruit, mandarin or any citrus fruit, make sure their juices don’t come into contact with your gorgeous marble countertop.

That’s everything you need to know and if you’d like to have a marble countertop installed in your home, come visit our showroom to see all the options we have to offer.