Worktops
A worktop will receive the most wear and tear of all the surfaces in the kitchen. It has to endure hot pots and pans, knives, water and dirt. Therefore your worktop has to be made of the most durable material you can afford. Here is an overview of the different materials you can use for your worktops and a short description of their usability
Laminate
This material has been and still is very popular for kitchens and worktops, as it is cheap and it comes in a variety of colours. Do not expect too much durability though as it scratches, burns and gets dirty very easily. It does come in a lot of different colours and textures though, so you will always find your taste in laminate. If you do chooses for laminate, make sure you protect your surface with trivets and chopping boards.
Granite & Marble
Granite is the most common type of stone used for a worktop. It is also the most expensive material to cover your worktop with. It is highly durable, it doesn't scratch or burn and it keeps its colour. It's a natural material that will give great character to your kitchen. A last idea for your worktops is to combine different materials for your worktop as different worktop areas have different functions. Choose for example stainless steel for around your sink and granite for the pastry preparation area. This way you make the most of the qualities of the different materials and it also breaks the monotony of your worktop area.
Solid Surface
One of the best well-known brand names of solid surface worktops is Corian. It has been on the market for more than 30 years.
Solid surfaces are hardwearing. They resist scratches, scorches and heat from hot pans. If you do damage your surface, there are repair kits available to fix it.
Solid surfaces are genrally more expensive than the other surfaces but is a fully bespoke product that comes in a lot of colours and styles and comes with a good guarantee.
Solid surfaces are hardwearing. They resist scratches, scorches and heat from hot pans. If you do damage your surface, there are repair kits available to fix it.
Solid surfaces are genrally more expensive than the other surfaces but is a fully bespoke product that comes in a lot of colours and styles and comes with a good guarantee.
