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Kitchen Benchtop

THE BEST KITCHEN BENCH MATERIALS

NATURAL STONE

Nothing beats real stone for looks – its natural undulations in tone and texture and the way a monolithic slab can command a space and own a zone.

ENGINEERED STONE

Engineered or composite stone is a crushed quartz aggregate (small stone) set with resins and pigments, creating characteristics that mimic the texture and tones of natural stone but with easy care and maintenance.

Should countertops be lighter or darker than cabinets?

A common question most homeowners ask is, “Should countertops be lighter or darker than cabinets?” Well, it depends on the look that you choose for your kitchen. Classically, one could use darker countertops than cabinets. Today, the trend is using lighter countertops than cabinets to improve the kitchen's appeal.
This is the most popular choice of benchtop material for kitchen renovators. Made using natural aggregates mixed with resins, it comes in a wide range of colours, from bright whites to dark greys

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What are the advantages of a marble benchtop?

Aesthetically appealing
Performs better under heat than other materials
Prestigious and luxurious
Simple to clean
Many variations of colour and patterns

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What are the disadvantages of a marble benchtop?

High maintenance
Vulnerable to stains
Porous
Expensive
Requires an expert to install due to mass and size
Prone to chipping and cracking
Unpolished needs to be sealed for durability
Can be scratched by kitchen knives

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What should I look for in a benchtop?

So how do you know what best fits your purpose and what should you be looking out for? Any of these types of benchtops will normally perform well, but there are three main aspects that will usually help you to narrow down your choices. These are:

Cost
Style
Level of maintenance required

What color countertops make kitchen look bigger?

Go with Light Colors

Light colors are more reflective than dark colors and they will make your kitchen appear bigger as well as more open and airy. Light blues, greens, or pale yellows are other great colors to make your space look larger than life.

Which stone benchtop is cheapest?

Of the various types of stone benchtops, being marble, granite, and engineered stone (or quartz), you'll find quartz/engineered stone to be the cheapest. It is marginally cheaper than granite and significantly cheaper than marble, which is by far the most expensive stone benchtop

Can I put a hot pan on a marble countertop?

But what about heat and marble? Although you can generally place hot items on a marble countertop without worrying about any major damage, it's best to play it safe. In reality, placing pots and pans directly on marble is more likely to cause scratching than cracking, discoloration or yellowing

How do I choose a kitchen benchtop?

The type of kitchen benchtop you ultimately choose depends on what your priorities are. Price, colour, durability and uniqueness all factor into making a decision on which type of kitchen bench top you should select.