Besides keeping your countertops clean, you might be wondering what other upkeep they need.
How much do you really know about kitchens? As with many other aspects of modern life, it’s easy to be confused by myths and misconceptions. While you might not have much of a choice whether or not you can have a new countertop installed in your apartment’s kitchen, some assumptions shouldn’t trip you up. And besides, once you’re able to afford your own single-family home, this advice will probably come in handy!
You Need to Maintain Them All The Time
Besides keeping your countertops clean, you might be wondering what other upkeep they need. Honestly, wiping them down after each use is the easiest way to take care of them. It reduces the likelihood of germs and bacteria lingering after you finish cutting up raw meat or seafood. Some countertop surfaces require a labor-intensive task known as grouting (which you may recognize from your bathroom), but on the whole, that shouldn’t be a major problem. In any case, don’t use bleach, avoid using overly abrasive pads, and use moisture-resistant sealants to stop cracks from getting worse.
Heat-Resistant Countertops Are a Modern Marvel
Have you ever panicked when you see a pot of boiling water start to overflow? Instead of switching off the burner, you grab the handle and quickly move it to the countertop right next to the stove. While it may seem like a reasonable reaction, doing this turns out to be extremely unsafe. Not to mention damaging to your countertop’s actual surface. This same advice also goes for hot pans that you’ve just used to cook your breakfast. Although, having a few trivets nearby is still a good idea!
Shopping Around Can Get You Your Money’s Worth
It’s not outlandish to say that you’re always looking for the best value for your money that you can get. But what if we told you that shopping around can help maximize your return on investment? Big brand stores boast about their low prices and deep savings, but could that just be a ploy? Pits and imperfections aren’t just eyesores. They are also a threat to the integrity of the countertop itself. Something else to keep in mind is that the installers the big brand store sends to you could be doing a shoddy job just to get the work over with and finished. While this is bad news for property management companies, it is even worse for renters and tenants!
Let Us Welcome You Home to Your Fabulous New Apartment!
Here at Beechtree Apartments, we pride ourselves on providing you with luxurious living and affordable pricing. So when you choose one of our fabulous new apartments in Calvert County or Southern Maryland, you can see how modern living meets modern-day conveniences.
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