Granite countertops can completely transform kitchen and prep areas. They’re easy to shape, long-lasting, and extremely customizable. One aesthetic many homeowners overlook is the edging, and the staff at Rocky Mountain Granite & Marble in Webster, NY want to explain the most popular options. Choosing the right edge can create character and match existing design features, so keep the ones below in mind when looking for new kitchen countertops.

5 Granite Countertop Edge Options

1. Step Half-Bullnose

This look is achieved by creating a small 90-degree step down from the primary countertop surface. It then rounds at the edge to a flat bottom. This edge feature is perfect for creating style without being too sophisticated. It works especially well for kitchens heavy in white, gray, metal, and black coloring.

2. Eased

Eased edges are the most common. The edges slightly round into a straight drop to the bottom. They’re much easier to maintain and keep your granite countertops looking thick. Eased edges are especially effective in kitchens with a lot of sharp features and hardware.

3. Spanish

If you’re looking for an elegant design, Spanish edging may be perfect. Like the step half-bullnose, there’s a slight 90-degree step, but it dips into a curve, climbs to a hump, and then drops to a flat-edged bottom. Because of the grooves, it’s more difficult to maintain, but its elegant design will quickly make your countertops stand out.

4. Dupont Bullnose

The Dupont bullnose design uses a steep inward curve from the top surface that rolls to an outward curve and drops to a flat bottom. It’s one of the most pronounced edge options, and like the eased design, works well in kitchens with a lot of rectangular edges and metal appliances.

5. Half-Bullnose

Half-bullnose edges can be found in a variety of kitchens because of how well they mesh with different interior designs. Rather than having a step that rounds to a flat edge, the top surface rounds to a flat bottom ledge that then drops to the bottom of the countertop.

If you’re interested in replacing or adding granite countertops to your home, turn to the professionals at Rocky Mountain Granite & Marble. They offer a variety of unique and custom products, including quartz, granite, and marble countertops, and their team will work with you to find the ideal finish to match your design needs. Call (585) 265-6610 today to speak with their staff about natural stone countertops and visit their website.