I’m an Architect and I’ve been binge watching your channel!! It has helped me a lot with the aesthetic part of the project and facilitated the viewing of the overall objective for my clients, thank you!
My wife introduced me to your videos and I love the way they are very well thought out. You provide so much detail and ideas which we have never considered and I really love your videos. Keep it up! I'm not a designer by any means, but my wife is really good at using the knowledge she gains from various design experts. By far, you and Robeson/Kinwoven design are my favorites. We are set to move into our new house at the end of the year and we are binge watching so many design videos, but yours stands out the most to me. I love the way you provide practical tips for any budget level and how you take the time to teach novices like us (mainly me, lol) what to think of when designing a space for us to use. I've never written a review for any video before, but I felt I really needed to thank you for your thoughtfulness, practicality, and ease of understanding of your design topics. I can't believe I am writing about a design channel (never thought I'd do that), but it shows the impact you've made with me and my wife. You make it so anyone can take your ideas and feel empowered to design their space. Thank you, thank you, thank you. Really looking forward to designing our new home and using the tips and techniques you've shared with us!
Thank you so much for your kindness 🥰 I never know who these videos will help, but hearing that you’re applying the tips makes my efforts totally worth it! Thank you for watching and stopping by with your support! Much appreciated 🙏🏻💕
Great info!! As a kitchen designer, I really appreciate your information and pros & cons for the different materials. The one thing I wanted to add about the Soapstone is you can use food-grade mineral oil to darken the stone over time. It can sometimes start out as a really light gray and then as you apply the mineral oil, over time it can be almost black. it's SUCH a cool material. Thanks again for sharing all of that information!
*Mineral oil is a chemical base, would not recommend* use a BLO Boiled Linseed Oil is Food Grade which is used on wood surfaces that comes in contact with food.
CindyGilmore , Yes I have noticed this also, it changes the color completely. Much darker, same thing with green soapstone. I'm curious to know if your clients have been happy with it? I had a client that was very unhappy with limestone in the kitchen, that's another soft and absorbent stone.
@@JulieKhuu totallyyyy I'm already your fan 🤗🤗🤗 the other video about mistakes in renovations was amazing!! So good and very usefull information 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼💜💜💜
Laminate countertops are very popular because they're cheap and can also stay the same for a long time. There is a big choice between patterns and finishes of them. It's really bad you didn't talk about it. Some people just can't afford marble or granite but they still want to have a nice home.
Hi Karolina, thank you for your feedback. Laminate is unfortunately one of the first things homeowners replace when purchasing new homes. I come from a renovation/ builder background. I will advise on what adds value to your home. Yes I agree it can be beautiful and has many options, but not necessarily a kitchen workhorse.
I completely agree with this. It’s affordable and durable and not everyone lives in a neighborhood that supports the investment of a pricier countertop. In some neighborhoods laminate is fine and anything else could be an over improvement. But people who live in these neighborhoods also like to have a pretty kitchen.
Karolina Klaus , As a fabricator I used to do a lot of laminate countertops. Then came Corian and things started to change. Now my cost has gone up so much on laminate. It's too bad since it is still a good material. I agree there should be more affordable options for countertops. But times have changed and the price of prefinished Chinese quartz has come down to the point were it has replaced laminate countertops as the low end choice in some locations.
I have never regretted buying Corian. You can't see seams and scratches can be sanded out. I absolutely love my integrated sink. I think Corian has fallen out of favor but it's still an awesome choice IMHO for a kitchen.
It’s definitely not as popular because nowadays everyone wants less maintenance and a workhorse type of countertop. Something they can put hot pans right on top of and not have to tend to red wine spills right away. I do love the look of integrated sinks though, so clean and no grout lines! Thanks for watching Susan!
Susan Lewis , I like the look of Corian with an integrated sink and that when I go back to a kitchen years later, it looks like the day it was installed. You're right, it has fallen out of favor slightly to quartz. Not sure why as I think it's still one of the best countertop materials. I have a small kitchen project going on and now you make me want to consider an integral Corian sink. Thanks!
Hi Julie. This is Revon. Josh is my husband 😅 your videos are really helpful to me. My style is more on the antiques side. I'm currently remodeling my lower flat and I've found you just in time.. I like beautiful things and a classy decor both inside and out. I purchase pieces that make a statement. I also have a few sentimental pieces which I've Incorporated into my decor. I must admit though that I've learnt of some designers rules I broken. But I'm getting there☺️
Wonderful! I'm 99%there in choosing the material, granite. It seems the most durable and forgiving. Marble is mined in Pakistan and hence less expensive but I know that if one accidentally splashes vinegar, that's bad news already. I'm grateful to you and all your videos. I'm starting to build a small home and Julie Khuu is the advisor numero uno! 🌹🌹
One of the best videos I’ve seen on this topic - I love how succinct all the pros and cons of each material are presented and yet how thorough the analysis is! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
This is maybe the third video I have seen of yours and I am really enjoying them. You have great knowledge and you share it so well. I was thrilled when I asked a question about counter tops on one of your other videos and you responded so quickly. I dabble in design and decorating and I've gotten so much from the three videos I've watched of yours. I am excited to watch more of them.
Julie your videos are the best! So informative - excellent presentation! I am in process of whole house remodel. Was at 99% determination to go with Granite for my new kitchen. Your video confirmed I was going in right direction. Can't thank you enough for putting these videos out there.
So informative!! Can you do one on floorings?! Omg that will be so helpful!! Planning to buy a house soon and I don't even know where to start. I've never felt like an interior design itch, but you make it so easy to learn and it's so inspiring!
Love your videos! Please stay away from concrete countertops - in the kitchen especially! We did a concrete countertop from a very reputable high end company. On the installation when the holes were drilled for the faucet etc. it cracked. We ended up having to go to court where it took them three years to settle for $30,000. They told us the crack was a form of art because each slab was “unique”! Also, even if we didn’t have trouble there, when they made our slab there were air bubbles in the final product. They also called that are “ artistic expression“. It was also a nightmare to remove the damaged concrete slab. We ended up having to remove our entire kitchen island and replace the sink and faucet as well! I have other friends who have installed basic concrete and the minute they put something down it leaves a ring. I have a friend who put it in her bathroom and over a SHORT amount of time - toothpaste destroyed it! I can’t express enough how much you should stay away from concrete. If it goes wrong it’s a nightmare and an even bigger nightmare to remove/replace! Go with any of your other choices! Your videos are amazing!
This is really helpful, thank you so much! I was actually hoping you would touch on porcelain countertops as well. My husband and I are between quartz and porcelain and are having such a hard time deciding between 2 beautiful slabs.
Quartz is mostly natural and uniform. Porcelain looks more synthetic, but mimics natural stone patterns and veining. Two totally different looks imo, but both highly durable and low maintenance
Coming from someone in the countertop industry, let me tell you first off how much more informative this is than most videos like this I see! The only thing I really saw was I think you called Quartz “Quartzite” and even some photos of Quartz were actually Quartzite. They are totally different stone. Quartzite is a natural stone and similar to a granite in terms of maintenance. I would recommend you look into it because I do recommend it for homeowners. The only draw back is it can get expensive more on the fabrication side than the actual slab because it’s such a hard material!
I love quartzite and may have flubbed a description Hailey! I have to check back into this video 🤦🏼♀️ Pros are durability, but yes price can be a con 👍🏻 Thank you for catching that!
Hi Julie ...I have commented on a few of your videos this afternoon as I am a new subscriber and binge watching your videos😊🙌🏻 I love the detail you use when talking about each type of countertops....wish I saw this 6 months ago as I had to research on my own and it’s a lot to discover and take in! I mentioned earlier we are almost finished our entire gut / reconfiguring of our kitchen. I’ve lived in this home for 22 years and FINALLY🙌🏻🌟💗 getting my new kitchen....it’s funny bc we live on a 6 acre farm with a very old house and many detached buildings etc big dairy barn, horse stables ( yes we have horses❤️)....when I walked in the house I hated these baby blue Formica countertops and backsplash🤮 the first thing I said is these have got to go!!! I loved everything else about the home and property❤️❤️ So we move in with two tween children, 3 dogs, cats etc and we had to spend initial investments on saving the barn ( now a rustic party barn), stables etc.....I guess working 12 hour days and doing day day I let it go and 22 years later we are finally here...Everything else has been freshened or completely remodeled I home and outside.... I have designed it I think at least 4 times....so I think I had time to think it all out lol....I would love to have had marble countertops bc it oh so farmhouse...a real farmhouse....real dirt...I was worried about cost and maintenance...we bought quartz that to me look like marble....more white then gray and I do love them but after watching your video I’m wondering if quartz is considered a plus for resale ....I guess what I’m asking or feeling is like I went cheap? Bc they weren’t cheap? Can you clarify do you consider quartz to be less desirable? I’m so sorry for long comment🙈 Thank You for sharing😊k
Quartz is great! People love it because of its durability and ease of maintenance. You definitely chose the right material for the daily function of your farm and home! Great move 👍🏻
Kimberly Drake , I would also say you made the right choice. Quartz is my favorite for homes, it's considered a plus for resale too. It will stay looking like new for a long time.
Excellent & very informative...loved the advice get the best at what you can afford so you don’t regret your decision later...I picked out a beautiful marble piece for my kitchen that was nearly out of my price range but i decided to get it & have not regretted it at all. In fact I look at it everyday & am so thankful it’s in my house for me to look at 😊
Hi Julie! Wow! So many choices! I think we are definitely quartz countertop people. I loved your analysis of the qualities for each of the countertops, and we choose quartz. Once again, thank you for you coverage on the various types of countertops! We plan to redo our kitchen at the end of the year, so this info is timely.
Yes, soapstone is very beautiful with a soft look, I used to install it often, but it is maybe one of the softest stones. You have to like the patina that will change its look. It's a very old countertop material.
Julie, I have just discovered your You 18:37 Tube channel. I have 1,000 questions regarding my kitchen. I bought a condo and splurged on a complete remodel. Now I ran out of money for the kitchen re-do. I just need a Kitchen Refresh. I put in a new wood flor. No money now for new appliances but I can redo the backsplash, faucet accessories. Your pictures have really helped. Thank you
Another material to consider in one future update is porcelain tile. It can mimic the look of marble, granite, wood or concrete and it comes in slabs as big as 320cm x 160cm (a whole wall practically) and cut to measure. Extremely heat resistant and non porous. It requires an extremely skilled technician to install but its versatility is unmatched.
Thank you! These are sooo informative, I have learnt so much. I am renovating a dated house from scratch with zero experience, so I'm soooo glad I've found your channel. I'd love to hear about your room by room designer mistakes btw! Cheers!
This video just solidified my choice for counter top. Love, love the look of marble but not the price or maintenance required. Thanks again for another great video
This information is so valuable, since we will be purchasing a new home In the near future. I've always liked the look of quartz and after watching your video I've decided thats exactly the way to go for us. Thank you!
@juliekhuu Appreciate the usefulness!! One thing though...Soapstone is only grey if it isn't oiled. It's only going to be free of stains if you oil it; if you don't oil it, it will stain. However, if you oil it, it turns BLACK - no longer grey at all. But, pretty, contrasting white veining run through the black and it's spectacular!
It’s actually more costly than many granites and marble but worth it for the seamless link and maintenance. Sometimes finding a fabricator is difficult in smaller cities
Thank you so much Julie, I’m looking at planning a kitchen extension and I’m excited to design the statement kitchen I’ve always wanted. When it came it countertops I was always confused by the options but you’ve really helped to point me in the right direction.
This was sooooo helpful. I learned so much from this video as I was struggling to decide what kind of countertop I should pick for my kitchen renovation.
I thought I knew what I wanted before, but now that I have watched your video I am going for the Quartz! Now that I am getting olde,r I need something that is easy to clean but will still look great.
Hey Julie, another home run video! I loved how systematic the thought process for decision making. This helps tremendously as I'm looking to custom build my next home. What other tutorial videos can I look for in things to look out for when custom building a home. I give this video 6 ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️( vs 5 star rating) !! Everyone who is buying a new home or custom building one needs to watch these videos!
So helpful. Thank you. I have butcher block and it is a nightmare as it stains so easily - especially with water around the sink area. Think I shall replace it with granite.
We're going with Dekton Arga. Gorgeous look and totally maintenance free... AND...can't stain it, can't scratch it, can't harm it with a blowtorch, although you can severely damage it with a sledgehammer. I've banned all sledgehammers from my kitchen so I think we're good. I'm thinking Dekton is the best.
Nice to hear. I'm curious what brand of urethane sealer you used? I used to work in the concrete industry and always curious as to what sealers work well.
Quartzite has caught my eye, but it’s so much better than quartz which has a melting point and man made. Also I thought it looked too fake for my taste. Quartzite has a marble looking vibe. 👌🏽
Thank you you were very informative I greatly appreciate all your information ,remodeling kitchen ,undecided on cabinet colors and countertop.thank you for explaining everything so well.
Love this video, so much information but you missed reviewing Quartzite.... I also love Granite and it was top of my list until we started looking at the slabs and I began migrating towards the Quartzite... its definitely beautiful but not a lot of information out there about it. Keep the great videos coming!
I have a kitchen mistakes video for more tips Stephanie. Some of the measurements won’t apply to a small kitchen, but I know you will gain some takeaways 👍🏻
hey Julie i love love love your videos 😍 it's sooo informative i learned so much ♥️ can you please tell me what is the name of your granite countertop because i searched a lot and I don't know which one of granites is yours thank uuuu 🥰♥️♥️
Hi Julie, could you please do a video on how to style the appliances and daily used items/decorative items on your kitchen countertops to avoid clutter?
This is an excellent topic Kim and one I still struggle with as I hate countertop clutter! I buy all my appliances in black/ stainless steel to match my countertops. That’s a quick way to mask how much I have going on lol
Hi, we love Corian for our countertop and I am surprised you don't like it. Can you say more about the issues with this material? Thank you for your informative videos.
We're renovating our kitchen now and countertops replacement is inevitable. I'm torn between veined granite, concrete and (mostly leaning) on butcher block. But I am not into farmhouse at all, so seeing butcher block associated with farmhouse is confusing me about choosing butcher block countertops. I am definitely between modern traditional and tropical, earthy-coastal. Thank you for the great tips!
@@JulieKhuu what cabinets wud u put with butcher block ,. Eclectic is my style. Black brown and off white I have a fair amount of African rugs and heads.
I'm here to learn about counter tops and i've ended up with a hair style. I love your hair! I like the lenght. Thank you! I've hiding my face with bangs LOL Thank you!
You're a wealth of knowledge and it's truly appreciated. I'm contemplating getting quartzite countertops. Do you have feedback on this natural material?
Dear Julie-am from Malaysia & love watching your information filled video❤. May I have your thoughts about counter tops from IKEA, especially the Metod range that comes with a 25 year guarantee? Tq so much😅
I’m an Architect and I’ve been binge watching your channel!! It has helped me a lot with the aesthetic part of the project and facilitated the viewing of the overall objective for my clients, thank you!
That’s awesome Pedro! Thank you for watching 🙏🏻☺️
I gain a lot of new knowledge from this video too
My wife introduced me to your videos and I love the way they are very well thought out. You provide so much detail and ideas which we have never considered and I really love your videos. Keep it up! I'm not a designer by any means, but my wife is really good at using the knowledge she gains from various design experts. By far, you and Robeson/Kinwoven design are my favorites. We are set to move into our new house at the end of the year and we are binge watching so many design videos, but yours stands out the most to me. I love the way you provide practical tips for any budget level and how you take the time to teach novices like us (mainly me, lol) what to think of when designing a space for us to use. I've never written a review for any video before, but I felt I really needed to thank you for your thoughtfulness, practicality, and ease of understanding of your design topics. I can't believe I am writing about a design channel (never thought I'd do that), but it shows the impact you've made with me and my wife. You make it so anyone can take your ideas and feel empowered to design their space. Thank you, thank you, thank you. Really looking forward to designing our new home and using the tips and techniques you've shared with us!
Thank you so much for your kindness 🥰 I never know who these videos will help, but hearing that you’re applying the tips makes my efforts totally worth it! Thank you for watching and stopping by with your support! Much appreciated 🙏🏻💕
@@JulieKhuu many thanks 🤗
Great info!! As a kitchen designer, I really appreciate your information and pros & cons for the different materials. The one thing I wanted to add about the Soapstone is you can use food-grade mineral oil to darken the stone over time. It can sometimes start out as a really light gray and then as you apply the mineral oil, over time it can be almost black. it's SUCH a cool material. Thanks again for sharing all of that information!
I love that insight! Thank you for stopping by Cindy!
*Mineral oil is a chemical base, would not recommend*
use a BLO Boiled Linseed Oil is Food Grade which is used on wood surfaces that comes in contact with food.
CindyGilmore
, Yes I have noticed this also, it changes the color completely. Much darker, same thing with green soapstone. I'm curious to know if your clients have been happy with it? I had a client that was very unhappy with limestone in the kitchen, that's another soft and absorbent stone.
Girl, this is a complete MASTERCLASS, you explained everything sooooo on point 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 great video!!!
Awesome! So glad you found it helpful Patricia 🙌🏻
@@JulieKhuu totallyyyy I'm already your fan 🤗🤗🤗 the other video about mistakes in renovations was amazing!! So good and very usefull information 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼💜💜💜
Two more to include in your next update of this video: glass slabs and resin countertops with chunks of stone/glass/shell/stuff in it. Thanks!
We're buying a house and I've been binging your Channel. Lol This was so helpful. I love your videos, there so well thought out.
Thank you so much for watching Jen!
Laminate countertops are very popular because they're cheap and can also stay the same for a long time. There is a big choice between patterns and finishes of them. It's really bad you didn't talk about it. Some people just can't afford marble or granite but they still want to have a nice home.
Hi Karolina, thank you for your feedback. Laminate is unfortunately one of the first things homeowners replace when purchasing new homes. I come from a renovation/ builder background. I will advise on what adds value to your home. Yes I agree it can be beautiful and has many options, but not necessarily a kitchen workhorse.
I completely agree with this. It’s affordable and durable and not everyone lives in a neighborhood that supports the investment of a pricier countertop. In some neighborhoods laminate is fine and anything else could be an over improvement. But people who live in these neighborhoods also like to have a pretty kitchen.
Karolina Klaus
, As a fabricator I used to do a lot of laminate countertops. Then came Corian and things started to change. Now my cost has gone up so much on laminate. It's too bad since it is still a good material. I agree there should be more affordable options for countertops. But times have changed and the price of prefinished Chinese quartz has come down to the point were it has replaced laminate countertops as the low end choice in some locations.
I have never regretted buying Corian. You can't see seams and scratches can be sanded out. I absolutely love my integrated sink. I think Corian has fallen out of favor but it's still an awesome choice IMHO for a kitchen.
It’s definitely not as popular because nowadays everyone wants less maintenance and a workhorse type of countertop. Something they can put hot pans right on top of and not have to tend to red wine spills right away. I do love the look of integrated sinks though, so clean and no grout lines! Thanks for watching Susan!
Susan Lewis
, I like the look of Corian with an integrated sink and that when I go back to a kitchen years later, it looks like the day it was installed. You're right, it has fallen out of favor slightly to quartz. Not sure why as I think it's still one of the best countertop materials. I have a small kitchen project going on and now you make me want to consider an integral Corian sink. Thanks!
Hi Julie. This is Revon. Josh is my husband 😅 your videos are really helpful to me. My style is more on the antiques side. I'm currently remodeling my lower flat and I've found you just in time.. I like beautiful things and a classy decor both inside and out. I purchase pieces that make a statement. I also have a few sentimental pieces which I've Incorporated into my decor. I must admit though that I've learnt of some designers rules I broken. But I'm getting there☺️
Rules, smules! Design rules can be broken with purpose, as long as you know what you’re doing, go with your gut Revon! 🙌🏻
Wonderful! I'm 99%there in choosing the material, granite. It seems the most durable and forgiving. Marble is mined in Pakistan and hence less expensive but I know that if one accidentally splashes vinegar, that's bad news already. I'm grateful to you and all your videos. I'm starting to build a small home and Julie Khuu is the advisor numero uno! 🌹🌹
Thank you for watching Raana, I hope you find the perfect granite! I still love mine, 6 years later! ☺️
One of the best videos I’ve seen on this topic - I love how succinct all the pros and cons of each material are presented and yet how thorough the analysis is! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Thank you 😊Hope it helps you make your decision when the time comes Shao!
im from the Philippines i love watching all your videos.. very informative. thanks!!
Thank you for tuning in Leth! 🙏🏻💕
This is maybe the third video I have seen of yours and I am really enjoying them. You have great knowledge and you share it so well. I was thrilled when I asked a question about counter tops on one of your other videos and you responded so quickly. I dabble in design and decorating and I've gotten so much from the three videos I've watched of yours. I am excited to watch more of them.
Thank you so much for watching Cathy! Hope I can be of service
Great content. The music is a bit distracting but I love your insights and the pros and cons of each type of counter top. Thanks!
Thank you for watching and the honest feedback Chris! Much appreciated 🙏🏻☺️
Julie your videos are the best! So informative - excellent presentation! I am in process of whole house remodel. Was at 99% determination to go with Granite for my new kitchen. Your video confirmed I was going in right direction. Can't thank you enough for putting these videos out there.
Awesome! 🙌🏻 You knew it all along Carolyn!
So informative!! Can you do one on floorings?! Omg that will be so helpful!! Planning to buy a house soon and I don't even know where to start. I've never felt like an interior design itch, but you make it so easy to learn and it's so inspiring!
Once you start, you’ll get sucked in!! That’s the fun of it 🙌🏻
Thank you Julie! I decided to have blue cabinets and white counter top - light and bright. Because there aren't many windows
Sounds fab 🙌🏻
I am impressed. I have been watching so many videos about countertops. This one is my best one. Thanks for your effort.
Thank you so much 🙏🏻
Gurl, you are on point! A healthy dose of experience and perspective. Thank you.
Thank you for watching 🙏🏻☺️
Love your videos! Please stay away from concrete countertops - in the kitchen especially! We did a concrete countertop from a very reputable high end company. On the installation when the holes were drilled for the faucet etc. it cracked. We ended up having to go to court where it took them three years to settle for $30,000. They told us the crack was a form of art because each slab was “unique”! Also, even if we didn’t have trouble there, when they made our slab there were air bubbles in the final product. They also called that are “ artistic expression“. It was also a nightmare to remove the damaged concrete slab. We ended up having to remove our entire kitchen island and replace the sink and faucet as well! I have other friends who have installed basic concrete and the minute they put something down it leaves a ring. I have a friend who put it in her bathroom and over a SHORT amount of time - toothpaste destroyed it! I can’t express enough how much you should stay away from concrete. If it goes wrong it’s a nightmare and an even bigger nightmare to remove/replace! Go with any of your other choices! Your videos are amazing!
Oh no!! 🙈 This is definitely a horror story that the people need to hear Jill! Thank you for sharing the all too brutally honest side to going custom.
This is really helpful, thank you so much! I was actually hoping you would touch on porcelain countertops as well. My husband and I are between quartz and porcelain and are having such a hard time deciding between 2 beautiful slabs.
Quartz is mostly natural and uniform. Porcelain looks more synthetic, but mimics natural stone patterns and veining. Two totally different looks imo, but both highly durable and low maintenance
I literally just asked about porcelain as I am thinking of going that route
I’m glad that you have white cabinets and dark countertop. That’s what I’m doing for my kitchen but I wasn’t sure. Now I feel better 😃
I still love my kitchen 🙌🏻☺️
Coming from someone in the countertop industry, let me tell you first off how much more informative this is than most videos like this I see! The only thing I really saw was I think you called Quartz “Quartzite” and even some photos of Quartz were actually Quartzite. They are totally different stone. Quartzite is a natural stone and similar to a granite in terms of maintenance. I would recommend you look into it because I do recommend it for homeowners. The only draw back is it can get expensive more on the fabrication side than the actual slab because it’s such a hard material!
I love quartzite and may have flubbed a description Hailey! I have to check back into this video 🤦🏼♀️ Pros are durability, but yes price can be a con 👍🏻 Thank you for catching that!
Hailey Glenn
, Just curious what is the advantage to homeowners with quartzite over Quartz then? Also how often does it have to be resealed?
Hi Julie ...I have commented on a few of your videos this afternoon as I am a new subscriber and binge watching your videos😊🙌🏻 I love the detail you use when talking about each type of countertops....wish I saw this 6 months ago as I had to research on my own and it’s a lot to discover and take in! I mentioned earlier we are almost finished our entire gut / reconfiguring of our kitchen. I’ve lived in this home for 22 years and FINALLY🙌🏻🌟💗 getting my new kitchen....it’s funny bc we live on a 6 acre farm with a very old house and many detached buildings etc big dairy barn, horse stables ( yes we have horses❤️)....when I walked in the house I hated these baby blue Formica countertops and backsplash🤮 the first thing I said is these have got to go!!! I loved everything else about the home and property❤️❤️ So we move in with two tween children, 3 dogs, cats etc and we had to spend initial investments on saving the barn ( now a rustic party barn), stables etc.....I guess working 12 hour days and doing day day I let it go and 22 years later we are finally here...Everything else has been freshened or completely remodeled I home and outside.... I have designed it I think at least 4 times....so I think I had time to think it all out lol....I would love to have had marble countertops bc it oh so farmhouse...a real farmhouse....real dirt...I was worried about cost and maintenance...we bought quartz that to me look like marble....more white then gray and I do love them but after watching your video I’m wondering if quartz is considered a plus for resale ....I guess what I’m asking or feeling is like I went cheap? Bc they weren’t cheap? Can you clarify do you consider quartz to be less desirable? I’m so sorry for long comment🙈 Thank You for sharing😊k
Quartz is great! People love it because of its durability and ease of maintenance. You definitely chose the right material for the daily function of your farm and home! Great move 👍🏻
Kimberly Drake
, I would also say you made the right choice. Quartz is my favorite for homes, it's considered a plus for resale too. It will stay looking like new for a long time.
Excellent & very informative...loved the advice get the best at what you can afford so you don’t regret your decision later...I picked out a beautiful marble piece for my kitchen that was nearly out of my price range but i decided to get it & have not regretted it at all. In fact I look at it everyday & am so thankful it’s in my house for me to look at 😊
Every day you marvel at your kitchen is totally worth it in my opinion! 😍
Hi Julie! Wow! So many choices! I think we are definitely quartz countertop people. I loved your analysis of the qualities for each of the countertops, and we choose quartz. Once again, thank you for you coverage on the various types of countertops! We plan to redo our kitchen at the end of the year, so this info is timely.
Awesome! Quartz is definitely a fav for most people. Low maintenance, a variety of choices, cost effective and almost indestructible 👍🏻
Nice discussion and thanks for including soapstone. Not many designers discuss it but I like its look.
My dream countertop 😍 Ah one day
Yes, soapstone is very beautiful with a soft look, I used to install it often, but it is maybe one of the softest stones. You have to like the patina that will change its look. It's a very old countertop material.
Porcelain countertop are another great countertop. Once installed they are very durable.
Yes, I do love porcelain for its price point and natural stone look
Julie, I have just discovered your You 18:37 Tube channel. I have 1,000 questions regarding my kitchen. I bought a condo and splurged on a complete remodel. Now I ran out of money for the kitchen re-do. I just need a Kitchen Refresh. I put in a new wood flor. No money now for new appliances but I can redo the backsplash, faucet accessories. Your pictures have really helped. Thank you
Another material to consider in one future update is porcelain tile. It can mimic the look of marble, granite, wood or concrete and it comes in slabs as big as 320cm x 160cm (a whole wall practically) and cut to measure. Extremely heat resistant and non porous. It requires an extremely skilled technician to install but its versatility is unmatched.
Brilliant I have renovated quite a few properties but have learnt a lot from this post x
Thank you Bridget ☺️ I’m sure there will be even newer materials as the years go by!
Thank you! These are sooo informative, I have learnt so much. I am renovating a dated house from scratch with zero experience, so I'm soooo glad I've found your channel. I'd love to hear about your room by room designer mistakes btw!
Cheers!
Awesome 👏🏻 Glad I can help! I have a bathroom mistakes one up if you missed it Alice!
This video just solidified my choice for counter top. Love, love the look of marble but not the price or maintenance required. Thanks again for another great video
It’s not for everyone Karen, especially if maintenance is going to be an issue for your household 👍🏻
This information is so valuable, since we will be purchasing a new home In the near future. I've always liked the look of quartz and after watching your video I've decided thats exactly the way to go for us. Thank you!
Awesome! Can’t beat the value of quartz 🙌🏻
Yes, Natural and sustainable are not the same.So great as usual. Only thing I would like to know is where each one falls in price range
They’re all across the board. There’s high and low range for all materials based on the pattern/ grade you want
@juliekhuu Appreciate the usefulness!! One thing though...Soapstone is only grey if it isn't oiled. It's only going to be free of stains if you oil it; if you don't oil it, it will stain. However, if you oil it, it turns BLACK - no longer grey at all. But, pretty, contrasting white veining run through the black and it's spectacular!
The contrast is what I love most about it! Thank you for watching and sharing your insight Phoebe! 👍🏻☺️
Porcelain slab absolute perfection!, no grout better than marble and sustainable,
Yes, gotta add that one to the list! There’s so many great options now that look like the real deal for budget conscious homeowners 🙌🏻
It’s actually more costly than many granites and marble but worth it for the seamless link and maintenance. Sometimes finding a fabricator is difficult in smaller cities
Thank you so much Julie, I’m looking at planning a kitchen extension and I’m excited to design the statement kitchen I’ve always wanted. When it came it countertops I was always confused by the options but you’ve really helped to point me in the right direction.
Awesome Julie! Thank you for watching ☺️
This was sooooo helpful. I learned so much from this video as I was struggling to decide what kind of countertop I should pick for my kitchen renovation.
Awesome! Hope you settled on the right choice for your style and space 🙌🏻
Julie Khuu yes I did thank you so much
Which counter top did u choose? I'm still to make up my mind.
I love the videos. Thank you for confirming that style and what the buyer wants, not what everyone else wants, is the most important!
Yes, only you need to answer to YOU 🙌🏻😉
I thought I knew what I wanted before, but now that I have watched your video I am going for the Quartz! Now that I am getting olde,r I need something that is easy to clean but will still look great.
Quartz is beautiful and low maintenance Kathryn 👍🏻
Hey Julie, another home run video! I loved how systematic the thought process for decision making. This helps tremendously as I'm looking to custom build my next home. What other tutorial videos can I look for in things to look out for when custom building a home. I give this video 6 ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️( vs 5 star rating) !! Everyone who is buying a new home or custom building one needs to watch these videos!
Thank you for watching! Try the flooring guide, common mistakes series and window treatments video if you haven’t seen them 👍🏻
So helpful. Thank you. I have butcher block and it is a nightmare as it stains so easily - especially with water around the sink area. Think I shall replace it with granite.
Ah thank you for the insight Paul! I hear it’s best on an island without a sink 👍🏻
Binge-watching for a while now! Love! ☺️❤️
Thank you so much for watching Michelle! 🫶🏻
We're going with Dekton Arga. Gorgeous look and totally maintenance free... AND...can't stain it, can't scratch it, can't harm it with a blowtorch, although you can severely damage it with a sledgehammer. I've banned all sledgehammers from my kitchen so I think we're good. I'm thinking Dekton is the best.
I had to look it up! Great choice! Have to update this video, make a part 2 and add it to the list Jessica! Thanks for the intro 🙌
We just bought house and just watching your videos and I think I will design myself with yiur videos help instead of hiring Interior designer.
Yes, you can totally do it Uzma 🙌🏻
Excellent information!! 😊
Thank you for watching Giselle! 🙏☺️
This was really informative. Appreciate this. Thanks so much!🙂
Thanks for watching!
Thank you, that helped me rule out all but one or two choices efficiently.
Awesome Yudron, hope you select the perfect countertop for your kitchen 👍🏻☺️
Thank you for this video. I learned a lot of what type of countertop will best fit our home
Awesome, hope my tips help when the time comes 👍🏻
This was so helpful. Thank you so much. Shared with friends who are remodelling.
Awesome, thank you so much Cristine! 🙏🏻☺️
So Good, you really answered all my questions about Counters!!!
Awesome, thank you for watching Abbi! 🙏☺️
I have had granite fore 2 years now and I love it!! I find it the easiest to maintain and where I live it's half the price respect to quarz.
I love my exotic granite! The pattern hides a multitude of sins 😉🙌🏻
@@JulieKhuu exactly!😅
This was great information, so thorough. Thank you!
Thank you for watching Jennifer! 🙏🏻
Best concise yet informative explanation i came across. Thanks so much. Did you do a video on choosing ceilings?
Thank you so much! I haven’t yet, what particular questions can I address for you re:ceilings?
Love it, I would like to see some decorations with countertops/cabinet at a low cost. Thanks
Great idea Maria! I’ll work on this mix 👍🏻
So helpful going through everything
I've wanted concrete countertops forever!! I'm going for it! Thanks for your great informative content! You're the best!
Ooh I’m jealous! 🙌🏻😍
We have concrete and love them but we did spring for a good hybrid urethane sealer. Highly suggest that over some of these that you have to reapply
Ooh my dream countertop 😍 Thank you for that tip Devin! I’ll save it for future client projects 👍🏻
Nice to hear. I'm curious what brand of urethane sealer you used? I used to work in the concrete industry and always curious as to what sealers work well.
Thank you so much for this explanation. Is really helpful. Thank you!!!
Quartzite has caught my eye, but it’s so much better than quartz which has a melting point and man made. Also I thought it looked too fake for my taste. Quartzite has a marble looking vibe. 👌🏽
Quartzite also has the price tag to match marble 😬
@@JulieKhuu I too love the look of quartzite... it was only$500 more over all than quartz and worth every penny....beautiful 😍
Thank you for sharing this beautiful countertop!!
Thank you for watching Margarita! Still love my exotic granite, almost 6 years later!
Hi Julie! I love your videos. So informative and so professionally done. BTW I love the sweater you are wearing in this video.
Thank you so much Francis 🙏🏻☺️
Thanks! This really helped me know what I wanted my in countertops
Awesome! So glad I could help 👏🏻
very helpful for new homeowners.
Thank you, perfect for the renovators too 👍🏻
This was incredibly useful. Thank you!
Thank you for watching 🙏🏻☺️
Fantastic information! You are fabulous thanks for your generosity & sharing your knowledge!
You are so welcome! Thank you for watching Myra!
Very informative! 👏🏻 thank you!
Good ole laminate has come far and is also beautiful. My choice for a 'budget'.
Thank you for sharing your experience DG! Hope it helps others ☺️
Fantastic tips! Thanks for sharing.
Thank you for watching 🙏🏻
Definitely helped me to narrow down to quartz. Thank you.
Quartz is a fan fav- low maintenance and affordable 🙌🏻
Amazing content Thanks for a well made video
Thank you for watching AnaLo! Hope this helps steer you in the right countertop direction 👍🏻☺️
Julie..mi have just found your site and love all your iseas and advice. Thanks for taking time out to answer so quickly. Have a great evening.
Thank you you were very informative I greatly appreciate all your information ,remodeling kitchen ,undecided on cabinet colors and countertop.thank you for explaining everything so well.
Thank you for watching Beatrice! Check out my kitchen design mistakes video for more tips! 🙏🏻☺️
Love this video, so much information but you missed reviewing Quartzite.... I also love Granite and it was top of my list until we started looking at the slabs and I began migrating towards the Quartzite... its definitely beautiful but not a lot of information out there about it. Keep the great videos coming!
Yes, love the look of quartzite as well! Large stone clusters that become beautiful parts of the slab pattern 😍
Good job. Thank you. The information was what I needed.
Awesome, thank you for watching 🙏🏻☺️
Love these videos, just wish there were more picture examples, like what the patina of the materials you talk about would look like.
Thank you for watching Molly! I will try to find some more and add them to a Part 2 video 👍🏻☺️
Omg i loved that black slab of granite too that what I picked.
Still love mine almost 6 years later 😍
My sister and I are both planning kitchen remodels this year. Thanks for the tips! Now to find if you’ve made a video on how to remodel tiny kitchens!
I have a kitchen mistakes video for more tips Stephanie. Some of the measurements won’t apply to a small kitchen, but I know you will gain some takeaways 👍🏻
@@JulieKhuu I watched it! Thank you, thank you!
You should do a hair and makeup tutorial. Yours looks beautiful and not about looks but you are too. Love your hair
Thank you Victoria ☺️ not what our design channel is about, but I appreciate the kind message!
I love your content but I cant really afford any of those but your background music made me watch the whole video with a bob an a smile👍
Thank you for watching and your kindness 🙏🏻☺️ Much appreciated!
Very informative..function first means a very small kitchen for me being single despite having about 3300 square feet of space
Wow that is a ton of space! More room to experiment Douglas!
Thanks so much for all this content. "You just edumacated" me!
Thank you for watching Minerva! 🙏🏻☺️
This was very, very helpful. Thanks ❤
Glad it was helpful! Hope you find something that suits your lifestyle! 👍☺️
Love your videos, Julie!
Thank you for watching Liz! 🙏🏻☺️
hey Julie i love love love your videos 😍 it's sooo informative i learned so much ♥️
can you please tell me what is the name of your granite countertop because i searched a lot and I don't know which one of granites is yours
thank uuuu 🥰♥️♥️
Titanium granite- check out my kitchen makeover for more information Yousra. Thank you for watching 🙏🏻☺️
Hi Julie, could you please do a video on how to style the appliances and daily used items/decorative items
on your kitchen countertops to avoid clutter?
This is an excellent topic Kim and one I still struggle with as I hate countertop clutter! I buy all my appliances in black/ stainless steel to match my countertops. That’s a quick way to mask how much I have going on lol
@@JulieKhuu uh uhh
Hi, we love Corian for our countertop and I am surprised you don't like it. Can you say more about the issues with this material? Thank you for your informative videos.
I have star galaxy granite on my kitchen Absolutely adorable granite.
Great information..Thank you!
Thank you for watching Brenda! 🙏🏻
We're renovating our kitchen now and countertops replacement is inevitable. I'm torn between veined granite, concrete and (mostly leaning) on butcher block. But I am not into farmhouse at all, so seeing butcher block associated with farmhouse is confusing me about choosing butcher block countertops. I am definitely between modern traditional and tropical, earthy-coastal. Thank you for the great tips!
Depending on what cabinets and countertops you mix in with the butcher block, it doesn’t have to feel farmhouse at all 👍🏻
@@JulieKhuu what cabinets wud u put with butcher block ,. Eclectic is my style. Black brown and off white I have a fair amount of African rugs and heads.
how about quartzite? Thanks J.
Like quartz, but more high end 👍🏻
I’m binge watching your videos. They are sensational! Your granite is amazing and that’s what I want. Is there a name for it?
Titanium granite Susie! It’s so forgiving 😍 Thank you for watching 🙏🏻☺️
Julie..thanks for such great info!!
Hy
Great info! And you are a pleasure to watch!
Thanks for stopping by Carrie! 👍🏻☺️
I'm here to learn about counter tops and i've ended up with a hair style. I love your hair! I like the lenght. Thank you! I've hiding my face with bangs LOL Thank you!
Haha bangs are back Baby! 🙌🏻☺️
You're a wealth of knowledge and it's truly appreciated. I'm contemplating getting quartzite countertops. Do you have feedback on this natural material?
Love it! Very high end, durable, hard, and costs as much as marble and exotic granite. 👍🏻
@@JulieKhuu is it also heat resistant?
Dear Julie-am from Malaysia & love watching your information filled video❤. May I have your thoughts about counter tops from IKEA, especially the Metod range that comes with a 25 year guarantee? Tq so much😅
So much food for thought. Really useful video
Thank you so much!
I would have loved a little piece of advice on slate.