The community of Byron Center has seen a boom in growth over the last decade, and new subdivisions have cropped up throughout the city, surrounding the historic downtown, where many families enjoy bringing their new or remodeled kitchens. Whether you’re finishing a new build or remodeling a decades-old kitchen, the countertops you select will have a significant impact on the overall look and feel of the room. Kowalski Granite & Quartz serves homeowners throughout every stage of this process, and you can request a quote at any time to begin planning your project.
Granite countertops remain a favorite among Byron Center homeowners, and it’s easy to understand why. Due to the nature of the material, you can’t find two slabs that are cut from the same pattern, which means your kitchen will have a unique look that can’t be replicated by another homeowner in the community. Beyond its good looks, granite is incredibly durable and able to withstand high temps from hot pots and pans, as well as resist scratches.
Since granite is a porous material, it will need to be sealed periodically to prevent moisture and staining. Most homeowners find that once a year is often enough to maintain a good seal on the material, though busier households may want to check in on it more often. Kowalski’s guide to granite countertop maintenance has more info on the process.
If you’re looking for a less maintenance-intensive option for your Byron Center kitchen, quartz is a popular choice among homeowners, who enjoy its durability and good looks. Since quartz is fabricated rather than mined, it doesn’t require annual sealing, and won’t stain as easily when exposed to moisture. It also maintains its pattern through temperature fluctuations, making it a good choice in the often humid climate of Michigan.
Since quartz is an engineered material with a printed pattern, it will look more consistent from slab to slab than granite, which some homeowners prefer in Byron Center’s many new builds.
When it comes to remodels, most homeowners know that selecting a countertop material is only one part of the process. In fact, the kitchen cabinets, flooring and lighting you select will have just as big of an impact on the overall look and feel of the remodeled space. Kitchens are one of the most remodeled rooms in homes across Byron Center, as families move into new builds or older homes that need some updating. Rather than focusing on the countertops in isolation, consider what the overall look of the room should be, and allow that to guide your decisions. A lighter-colored stone can help brighten up a more traditional or compact layout, while a darker slab makes for a good focal point in a more open-concept kitchen with a large eating area.
Considering your cabinet color and metallic fixtures early on in the remodel process can save you time and headaches once the project begins. Be sure to stop by the Kowalski showroom to see materials in person and get a better idea of how they’ll look in your Byron Center kitchen.
Every project begins with a consultation in our Byron Center showroom or at your home, where we’ll go over your material selection and budget, as well as discuss the project timeline. Our specialist will take precise measurements of your kitchen, which is particularly important for newer builds with a more modern layout, but also for older homes where structural shifts may have occured over the years.
These measurements will be used to cut sink, cooktop and faucet holes before your slab is delivered for the countertop install, which itself will take only one day to complete with minimal interruption to your normal daily routine. You can request a countertop quote to schedule an appointment to discuss your Byron Center kitchen.
The fabrication process is an important one that determines how well your countertops will fit and hold up once installed in your Byron Center kitchen. At Kowalski Granite & Quartz, we handle the fabrication process in-house, meaning your material specialist will work on your project from material selection through cutting and finishing. This minimizes the risk of errors that might occur if a third party was involved in any part of the process.
This level of care and attention is particularly important considering more involved projects, such as waterfall edges, large eating islands or patterned seams in larger slabs. If you’re remodelling a custom kitchen layout in Byron Center, our in-house fabrication team can help.
Installation itself generally takes only one day, though the process from showroom visit to install can take anywhere from two to three weeks.
It’s typically best to choose cabinets first, since colors and patterns can be selected based on the look they’ll help create in conjunction with your countertops, but either option is possible with careful planning.
Yes. Quartz is a popular choice for larger eating islands due to its consistency of pattern and durability.
Yes, Kowalski works with many contractors and builders across Byron Center and can handle both remodel and new-construction projects.
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