Kitchen, Drop In Sink, Range Hood, Dishwasher, Granite Counter, White Cabinet, Pendant Lighting, and Range Pros: Granite is a very hard substance that is resistant to scratches, heat, and, when sealed, stains as well. Cons: Because granite naturally is porous, it does need to be resealed every 8 to 10 years to maintain its resistance to staining. Its higher price point puts it out of reach in some renovations. Photo 7 of 11 in Dwell’s Top 10 How-To Guides of 2018 from Kitchen counters

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In this guide, we break down the benefits and costs of laminate, wood, concrete, stainless steel, engineered quartz, granite, and marble.

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