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Types of Kitchen Benchtops

A kitchen benchtop has a dramatic and significant impact on the overall look and ambience of your kitchen. It can be the centerpiece of your kitchen and can often be the focal point of the room where socialization takes place and can be the busiest place in your kitchen.

The following are the types of Kitchen Benchtops

Granite

One of the strongest materials available in the market today is granite slabs. They come in small and large sizes which can easily be customised according to the needs of the individual. It has a tough appearance and appears quite natural. It does not require special care and maintenance, but if properly maintained, they look new and thus saves your budget from going haywire. These stones are highly resistant to heat and that is the most feasible option for kitchen benchtops. The biggest disadvantage of this granite stone benchtop is that they require extra sealing to prevent any kind of seepage since the material is quite porous...this and more over at - Australian Info Hub.

Hygienic Stainless Steel

Stainless steel is one of the most hygienic benchtop materials. Sinks can be welded directly into stainless steel making the benchtop completely seamless. Check out any commercial restaurant kitchen – stainless steel will show scratches, even dents, but this adds a patina to the material and creates and industrial utilitarian look. Another hygienic option is a synthetic solid surface like Corian, which can be formed or moulded into any shape. Additionally, the material doesn’t show joins, which produces a continuous, seamless benchtop. Originally created as a hygienic, non-porous laboratory worktop, it’s great for our domestic kitchens, and cuts and scratches can be easily repaired...go to - homestolove.

Concrete benchtops

Concrete floors and even concrete walls are all the rage, and if you’re looking for something your neighbours won’t have just yet, then a concrete benchtop may be a good choice. Concrete has been touted as the next ‘big’ material for benchtops, and rightly so with its sleek lines and uber long lifespan.

Laminate benchtops

The most budget friendly option and gracing many a kitchen across the country. Laminate is justifiably popular in Australian kitchens for its wide range of colours and patterns – many of which successfully mimic other (more expensive) popular materials. It is also stain resistant, hard wearing and widely available.

Laminate can cost as little as $99 per square metre up to as much as $500 per square metre depending on the cut, colour, edging and texture that you’re after. Since laminate is a great choice for budget friendly and time-constrained kitchen builds, designing your kitchen with standard laminate pre-cut sizes in mind will help you to keep your prices down, because the more custom cut-outs, edging and corners you ask for, the pricier your final result will be...get more info at - Hipages.

Marble

Marble is a natural stone like granite, and suitable for a top-of-the-range kitchen if price is no concern. Keep in mind it's delicate and needs to be cared for correctly. Marble is more porous than granite, so sealing and ongoing maintenance is a must.

Tile

A tiled benchtop isn't one you'll come across often, but you can choose between lots of different styles, textures and patterns to give your benchtop a unique look. It can be quite inexpensive and if you're into doing things yourself, a tiled surface might be an interesting project for you to tackle...visit - Choice to know more.

No other part of a kitchen competes with the look, functionality and style of a perfect benchtop. Considering your preference and requirements, you can choose from these wide ranges including laminated products, granite, engineered stone and other materials for your luxurious kitchen