Counter Inspiration

You've heard me complain about our counters before. One section had a clear coat put on it, which had made the counter super gross. (Although why anyone would be so set on protecting a laminate counter top, I don't know).
Anyway, in a perfect world, we would replace the countertops, but y'know, since we don't have any extra money, we'll keep them as it.

However, I am considering using that Rustoleum Countertop Transfprmation kit. My mom saw an ad for it in her Good Housekeeping (I think), and tore it out for me. It's a paint that's made to transform your countertops to look similar to granite. It's also significantly cheaper.

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I haven't purchased it yet, but I will let you know when I do!

On the other hand, if we did have super monies, I would totally upgrade. I've always had a serious crush on butcher block countertops (especially with bright white cabinets). I always thought I'd go butcher block, but apparently there's other options too (although I'd be alllll over butcher block in our bathroom).

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Of course, now I'm also in love with Corian countertops, which I've really recently learned about via YoungHouseLove and their ongoing kitchen renovations.

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Looks great, right? But if we really had monies? Like lottery monies? I would die, and then totally add in counter tops like the ones debuted on PureWow this week. I had no idea this was even an option, but apparently, the new thing is to use recycled glass in your counter tops. I know, I know; I die. I had no idea this was even an option. (All photos from PureWow - they also tell you where to get these countertops).

That blue counter is made from recycled Vodka bottles.

WANT!

Recycled glass blacksplash?! Bubble tile?!!

Ahhh! I can't even stand how amazing it is. Color me jelly on this one. But hey, maybe once I get off my butt on paint my counter tops, I might be happier with them.

Anybody else thinking counters lately?