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Kitchen tiles are good old reliable countertop materials. They take some time to install, but can easily be a DIY project. They also exude warmth to a kitchen and shops offer a wide array of colors and designs to choose from. However, tiles can easily break and are difficult to clean. You have to see to it that the grout is always firmly scrubbed, and a special solution is needed when molds and mildew start to build up between the tiles. Stainless steel is an excellent kitchen countertop choice, but they cost double the price of granite and other materials. This is most preferred by chefs whose kitchens always have high traffic and whose countertops take a lot of pounding. Wood is a good material for adding warmth to a kitchen. It comes in different colors and patterns and is versatile enough to match a modern kitchen or a country-themed one. A few examples of hardwood used for kitchen countertops are oak, walnut, cherry, teak, mahogany, pecan, hard maple, and many others.

On the expensive side, granite kitchen countertops have become very popular. They add class and elegance to any kitchen, there is an endless colour variety available, to match whatever colour kitchen cabinets you have. They hold up to heat, and so long as they are properly installed, they can last a lifetime. Another similar option, which is not as well known, is 'Engineered Stone'. This is made of 93% quartz particles. It is heat resistant, stain resistant, and acid resistant, and does not scratch easily - all bonuses when it comes to kitchen countertops. In addition it is available in a wide variety of colours so you can always match, or complement your kitchen cabinets. If you are asking 'which type of countertop is right for you', provided the price is not out of your budget, granite or engineered stone will meet your every need.

Some of the more expensive types of kitchen countertops such as those made from marble or granite are valued for their looks, smooth feel, and lasting qualities. For this, it is usually recommended that you stick with a granite or marble countertop if your budget permits. If you are on a tighter budget, then there are also some great alternatives to a marble and granite kitchen countertop. That can mimic the appearances of a true marble countertop quite nicely. These are known as cultured marble countertops, but they tend to have a shorter life span then real marble and can scratch more easily. Price wise, the cultured marble countertops are by far the best bang for your bucks.