Quartz

Made with an average of 90% natural materials and 10% binders making it the hardest material.

Pros
Low Maintenance
Non-porous
Wide range of colors

Cons
Square Edge can chip
Higher grades can be expensive

Granite

Quarried stone may have resin binders to fill any voids.

Pros
Durable
Natural Beauty
One-of-a-Kind

Cons
Requires regular resealing
Lack of Popularity
Corners & Edges and chip

Solid Surface

Made with an average of 66% natural materials and 33% synthetic polymers.

Pros
Can integrate sink
Easily repaired
Uniform appearance

Cons
Scratches
Melts with high heat

Laminate

Made with Kraft paper impregnated with resins.

Pros
Excellent Value
Retro Appeal
Resists Stains

Cons
Synthetic Appearance
Possible water penetration
Easily scorches and scratches

Wood

Natural wood properties vary by species

Pros
Natural Beauty
Can last indefinitely

Cons
Requires Monthly Maintenance
Can Burn
Stains are permanent

Our Process

Frequently Asked Questions

Quartz is widely considered the most durable countertop material for high-traffic kitchens because it is non-porous, highly stain-resistant, and never requires sealing. We carry premium surfaces like Cambria quartz that offer the beautiful look of natural stone with zero maintenance. Stop by our showroom to see and feel our material samples!

Stock cabinets come in fixed, pre-made sizes, while semi-custom options allow for minor adjustments, and custom cabinets are built entirely from scratch to fit your exact room dimensions and style. At KBL Design Center, we feature incredible lines like Omega Cabinetry to give you the perfect balance of fit, function, and luxury.

It depends on what you need. A general contractor manages construction and labor, while a design center like KBL focuses on the plan itself — how your cabinets, countertops, tile, lighting, and fixtures work together. Many homeowners use both: KBL for design and product selection, and a contractor for the build. If you already have a contractor, we’re glad to work alongside them; if you don’t, we can recommend one from our network.

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Kitchen a Grand Success

“We have used our kitchen and it was a grand success! Thank you so much for your advice and help as we planned the kitchen and the bathrooms. Your experience and expertise made a huge difference in our end result.”

Roanoke United Methodist Church | Roanoke, IL

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Responsive, Experienced, and Accessible

“Creative design, respectful of my budget, great show room so you see lots of examples. Responsive, experienced, and accessible designer, Debbie. Great reputation with contractors and appliance dealers.”

Diane Krall