Natural Stone vs. Porcelain: The Ultimate Guide to Your Kitchen Renovation
When planning to renovate, most people start with one of the most important rooms in the entire house — the heart and soul of your home: the kitchen. It's where memories and meals are made, and where families come together.
A full kitchen remodel can be a daunting process, and there are a million things to consider before diving straight in. The first of these is materials. Natural stone and porcelain each have different pros and cons, depending on where they'll be placed in your kitchen.
Flooring
The floor is often the first feature you notice when walking into a kitchen, and nothing impresses more than a high-quality natural stone tile. With stone, you're assured of durability, functionality, easy maintenance, and of course, that timeless, sophisticated aesthetic.
Travertine tile, for example, is a trendy fusion of modern and rustic styles, effortlessly elevating the charm of any kitchen.
But we also understand that kitchens can get messy! Food, dust, pets, and spills can make white tiles look less than sparkling.
If you have a busy, messy kitchen, consider darker stone tiles like the grey Ceppo (Natural Terrazzo). And if a speckled, polished stone finish doesn't work with your colour scheme, be sure to explore the porcelain tile options available in cream, brown, and light grey.
Countertops
The kitchen countertop isn't only the centerpiece of the kitchen — it's often where we prepare and eat our meals! For this reason, a kitchen renovation should always include high-quality materials on all countertops.
That means a product that is strong, durable, easy to clean, and stunning to look at — all at the same time.
The toughness, elegant appearance, and durability of natural stones such as granite, marble, and quartzite make them an ideal material for a renovated kitchen countertop.
Popular stone benchtops include Tundra Grey, Super White, Bianco Carrara, Arabescato, and Calacatta Marble.
Splashbacks & Wall Coverings
It's no secret that a stunning kitchen wall redoubles the beauty of the home. That's why backsplashes and wall coverings are a crucial element in any kitchen renovation.
Traditionally, people used to paint their kitchen walls and even their splashbacks. Thankfully, tastes have changed, and glamorous wall coverings and backsplashes are now commonplace. Add in gorgeous stone products, and you can turn a tired splashback into a feature wall in its own right. In fact, when renovating your kitchen, a marble splashback can very easily level up the luxury in your home.
Kitchen renovations are all about creating an aesthetic flow between all the different elements — from the kitchen wall and splashback to the cabinets, stove, and hood, all the way through to the sink taps and mixers. Natural stone, with its various colours and wonderful textures, can be matched with all types of equipment.
Imagine the stunning combination of steel and Pietra Grey Marble!
Maybe your kitchen renovation includes golden accents on all your appliances and fixtures? Try pairing them with Calacatta Gold — the most luxurious and most expensive natural stone in the world. But if you love the look of luxury without the price tag, Calacatta Gold Porcelain is a cost-effective alternative that's just as stylish and beautiful.
The Verdict
No matter which angle you look at it from, natural stone is one of the best and most stylish options for a kitchen renovation.
If you're looking to renovate your dream kitchen, consider the advantages of remodelling with gorgeous stone products from Pietra Gallery. We offer natural stone products, porcelain tiles, and expert kitchen remodel design tools.
We know how hard it is to find a high-quality, reliable contractor in Melbourne — but rest assured! Pietra Gallery advisors can help you decide which products bring the most value to you.
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