Politics seems to have become the new collective force art has turned to in the 20 th and 21 st centuries, but, like religion, it comes with a mixed bag of good and ill for artists affiliating their work with political views.
Marble may be the costliest countertop material you consider. There are a few different grades of marble, but none could be considered cheap. Some of the worldâs finest sculptures are marble. You pay for the rich luxury and lustrous beauty of marble. Marble countertops: $125-$250 per square foot.
As popularity has risen, prices have become more reasonable, especially for granite tile. Like marble, follow care guidelines (which are more flexible than for marble), and youâve got forever countertops. Granite countertop cost: $45-$200 per square foot Click Here for a complete breakdown of granite countertop pricing. Maintenance costs: Moderate to high How to save money on granite countertops: Install tiles instead of slabs; If you do choose slabs, select a granite color and style that is more common, which doesnât mean less attractive. Consider having a wood edge installed on your granite countertops that can protect against costly chips.