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Installing a marble backsplash costs about $2,200 on average, ranging from $600 to $6,000, depending on the variety of marble and the labor costs to prep and install. Common types of marble used for backsplashes include: 

• Makrana: $12 per square foot

• Pink: $25 per square foot

• Carrara: $40 per square foot

• Statuatrio: $50 per square foot

• Cultured: $65 per square foot

• Travertine: $75 per square foot

• Danby: $80 per square foot

• Calacatta: $180 per square foot

Marble countertops cost $3,000 on average, ranging from about $2,000 to $5,000, depending on the type of marble, square footage, location, and whether you use tiles or slabs. Another major cost factor to consider is the grading of the marble, which determines its quality level.

Use this grading system when selecting marble for countertops:

• Grade A: Nearly perfect with subtle veining

• Grade B: Minor flaws such as pits, fissures, or blotches

• Grade C: Minor and major flaws like chipping and cracks requiring repair

• Grade D: Significant damage needing repair, with dark veining and pronounced colors

Installing granite kitchen countertops costs about $3,250, ranging from $2,000 to $4,000, depending on the quantity and quality of the granite, use of granite tile or granite slabs, the type of granite, and its color and texture. Varieties of granite include:

• Alaska white: $35 per square foot

• Ubatuba: $30–$60 per square foot

• Silver cloud: $35–$40 per square foot

• Absolute black: $45–$60 per square foot

• Black galaxy: $50–$70 per square foot

• Blue Louise: $70–$100 per square foot

• Crema Bordeaux: $80 per square foot

• Solarius: $60 per square foot

There are several countertop options available to fit your lifestyle and needs. 

• Granite countertops are durable and come in a variety of colors.

• Soapstone countertops are prone to scratches and best in smaller kitchens.

• Marble countertops are less durable than granite but a good option for busy kitchens.

• Slate countertops are stain-resistant, making them easy to clean.

• Limestone countertops must be sealed often to prevent scratches.

• Acrylic countertops cost less than granite while still providing durability.

• Laminate countertops are the most affordable but chip and fade faster.

• Wood countertops need monthly sealing to maintain.

The cost to install countertops is $3,105 on average. This project cost can range from $400 to $8,500, depending on the material, edging, and countertop size. 

Laminate countertops are generally the most cost-efficient, ranging from $8 to $27 per square foot. On the other hand, slate countertops are considered more luxurious and range from $30 to $90 per square foot. There are also countertop materials priced between those two, including stainless steel, granite, Corian, and wood.