When Should You Replace Your Countertops?

Countertops are one of the most used — and most visible — features in your kitchen and bathroom. Over time, even the best surfaces can wear down, go out of style, or stop meeting your needs. If you're wondering whether it’s time to replace your countertops, you’re not alone.

At Peter’s – The Design Center, we help homeowners in Hot Springs and surrounding areas decide when to repair, resurface, or replace their countertops altogether. Here are the signs it might be time for an upgrade — and how to choose your next surface with confidence.

7 Signs It's Time to Replace Your Countertops

1. Visible Cracks, Chips, or Deep Scratches

Small surface wear is normal, but large cracks or damage can:

  • Harbor bacteria

  • Create uneven surfaces

  • Worsen over time

Quartz and quartzite are excellent long-term solutions for durability.

2. Stains That Won’t Come Out

If your counters have become permanently stained — especially with porous materials like laminate or unsealed granite — it’s time for a change.

3. Outdated Style or Color

Even if your countertops are still functional, outdated colors or edges (like 90s tile or busy speckled granite) can drag down your entire kitchen’s look.

Modern quartz and quartzite offer cleaner, more timeless options that increase resale value.

4. Water Damage or Warping

This is especially common in older laminate countertops. Once water seeps into the core, swelling, bubbling, and mold can follow.

5. You’re Remodeling or Upgrading Appliances

If you’re replacing cabinets, flooring, or upgrading to a professional-style range, now is the ideal time to choose a new countertop that complements the full design.

6. You Want to Increase Home Value

Buyers in the Hot Springs market expect stone countertops — especially in mid-to-high-end kitchens. Upgrading to quartz or quartzite can make your listing more competitive.

7. Maintenance Is Becoming a Chore

If you're tired of resealing granite every year, or constantly babying delicate materials, it might be time to switch to a low-maintenance quartz surface.

What to Expect When Replacing Your Countertops

At Peter’s, our process is simple:

  1. Visit our showroom to view in-stock slabs and samples

  2. Get help selecting a material based on your needs, style, and budget

  3. We handle measurement, fabrication, and installation — start to finish

Popular Replacement Countertop Options

Quartz – Non-porous, stain-resistant, and virtually maintenance-free

Granite – Natural beauty with strength and heat resistance

Quartzite – Luxurious, marble-like looks with granite-level performance

We carry a curated selection of slabs and partner with top suppliers for special orders.

Serving Hot Springs and Surrounding Communities

Whether you're in Hot Springs, Pearcy, Lake Hamilton, or the surrounding area, our team at Peter’s is here to help you upgrade with confidence.

Visit Our Showroom to Learn More

Think it might be time for new countertops?
Call (501) 623-1800 or stop by Peter’s – The Design Center in Hot Springs to view options, get a quote, and start your upgrade.

Call us at (501) 623-1800 or schedule a project consultation.