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Builders in today’s competitive construction and development market need high quality building projects, cost management, and client satisfaction. The trend in modern construction for most residential and commercial applications is specifying low-maintenance kitchen countertop surfaces. As Xiamen Nishi Group Co., Ltd, we have an experience in stone industry for about ten years, we get accustomed to know what makes construction owners select certain materials to save them the headache on maintenance at long term.
Reducing Post-Installation Service Calls
Another added bonus of low-maintenance countertops in the eyes of the builder is a lower incidence of post-installation service calls. While homeowners aren’t inherently neglectful, if they let natural stones such as marble and granite go unsealed over the years, it only stands to reason that they’re bound to encounter difficulties.
Additional costs, work for admin staff and complaints, requests for repair, even the replacement are all costs for builders incurred due to damage caused by stains, etching or even dullness of certain materials. However these problems do not exist when using engineered materials such as engineered stone and quartz as these non-porous products don’t stain or promote bacteria growth, unlike granite (which needs to be regularly re-sealed.
Using low-maintenance surfaces reduces the likelihood of homeowners contacting builders later about issues and therefore prevents the contractor from getting bad reputations. Customers want to have easy, maintained surfaces and will likely give fewer negative reviews or warranty demands.
Meeting Homebuyer Expectations for Convenience
Today’s buyers seek solutions for convenient, hassle-free lifestyles. Between busy work lives and busy family lives, most buyers are looking for easy-to-care surfaces rather than ones that will demand to be sealed, polished or specially treated. Low-maintenance countertops will be more appealing to a majority of homebuyers because, frankly, it leaves them more time for the activities they’d rather be doing, not dusting or scrubbing their kitchen surfaces. When choosing among the various countertop materials, low-maintenance is another reason builders will want to specify quartz and engineered stone countertops because each only requires simple wiping down with mild soap and water to maintain their beauty.
For rental apartments and developments low-maintenance kitchen countertops may even be a greater benefit. Tenants often lack the consideration of an owner and surfaces less likely to stain or be damaged lead to lower turnover costs for landlords and property management and reduce costs related to maintenance.
Ensuring Long-Term Durability and Value
The material’s durability makes it essential when selecting new countertops, as they need to last over the years. These countertop slabs are incredibly resistant to scratches and impacts. The non-porous design means countertop surfaces will not be susceptible to staining. These options require little upkeep or treatment.
In contrast to a natural stone countertop which is more likely to chip or crack after significant usage, Quartz stands up well with almost no fear of it being damaged . The non-porous surface will not stain at all as it will never soak any Liquids, thus giving more warranty less risk on new home warranty claims for new builders.
Low-maintenance countertops are also great for resale value. Easy care surfaces are attractive and appealing to potential homeowners, who recognize the lower overall home ownership cost. You can feel confident in using these products in a house, because they add to the perceived and actual value of the home.
Supporting Sustainable and Efficient Construction
Sustainable buildings with eco-friendly countertops Low-maintenance countertops can help your construction project align with your sustainable building efforts. When you install materials like quartz that utilize stone waste and by-products of the quarry process to create its stone slabs, you're not sending natural waste to a landfill.
The longevity of low-maintenance countertops is also inherently sustainable. Products that last longer mean replacement won't be necessary, and there is less waste in the lifecycle of the building. Less cleaning chemicals means less harsh substances entering the home.
For builders trying to achieve LEED or BREEAM certification these materials would help achieve additional points within the Materials and Resources categories.
Conclusion
Why builders love low maintenance kitchen countertops builders love low maintenance countertop materials because low maintenance countertops decrease call backs on kitchen remodel service projects, they fulfill buyers’ and home sellers’ desire for low effort living, low maintenance countertop materials last, making home buyers feel they made a worthwhile purchase, and low maintenance countertop stones also enhance the environmental friendliness of the overall construction project. These practical benefits of low maintenance countertop stones will ultimately help reduce your expenses, improve your builder's reputation, and leave more home owners than ever feeling pleased with their newly built house or home renovation. Whether you're searching for cost effective low maintenance kitchen countertop stones or premium quality engineered stones, Xiamen Nishi Group Co., Ltd. has you covered, we have one of the largest selections of low maintenance kitchen stones available anywhere! Inquire with a knowledgeable member of our customer service staff today!