While concrete countertops may seem like they would be boring and unattractive, they are actually quite the opposite!

Discriminating homeowners are demanding custom designs and finishes in their kitchens and many are looking to express their individuality and distinct design preferences with the fast growing design material of choice — concrete.

In fact, concrete countertops have become somewhat of a status symbol for kitchens, rivaling granite and other high-end countertop surface options. And concrete has been ranked highest for its “customization” and “exclusivity” among high-end kitchen countertops.

Concrete countertops are expensive if done professionally … but incredibly cheap for the DIYer!

Sometimes referred to as polished concrete, these customizable counters can be had in any shape or size you want and will take on any color you care to tint them. These seamless counters are heat and scratch resistant and they look good. And done professionally, they are very pricey.

But for the do-it-yourselfer, there is little monetary investment in making concrete countertops and yet the creative gains of working with concrete are plentiful.

The options for personalizing concrete countertops are endless. You can color, polish, stamp and stain concrete. Or you can imbed personal objects like stones, seashells and fossils into the countertop’s surface, adding sentiment and character.

If you have any kind of design flair and the interest to do it yourself and saves bundles of money, then concrete countertops are definitely something worth considering.

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