When furnishing the kitchen, the selection of a suitable countertop also plays an important role. This should not only look good and provide sufficient surface for cooking, baking and storage, but also have a high material quality. After all, the worktop is the most heavily used surface in the kitchen and usually even in the entire household and must withstand many demands and stresses. In addition, it should have a long life and look good even after years. A good quality countertop can last up to 15 years with proper care.
Countertops can be made of different materials. In many households in the kitchen you can find a countertop made of laminate. Compared to other materials, laminate is inexpensive and available in almost all hardware stores in different standard sizes. Despite its light weight, laminate countertop is stable and can be selected in different designs and finishes to match the kitchen. A disadvantage is that the laminate does not withstand all stresses. Thus, damage can occur due to heat and water, scratches are also quickly and strongly visible.
Very rarely, on the other hand, glass countertops are found in the kitchen, although this trend is becoming more and more common in modern and minimalist kitchens. As a rule, single-pane safety glass is used for glass countertops. This is particularly resistant to heat and water, in addition, a glass countertop is odorless and easy to clean. Only stains from fingerprints need to be cleaned regularly. In terms of price, glass countertops are in a higher range. Other materials that a kitchen countertop can be made of are ceramic, natural stone, artificial stone and wood. In addition to price factors and appearance, maintenance requirements and durability also play an important role in the selection process.
Source: at home living
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