When planning a kitchen renovation there are many different factors to consider. But before deciding on your appliances or cabinets you will want to consider the material for your countertop. Your countertop is a key feature that will hold the kitchen space together, being the primary space for cooking and cleaning.
Which countertop is right for you? We go through some of the best countertop materials available to choose from.
1. Marble
An elegant option, this natural stone surface will be sure to impress. Because each slab of marble is unique, it can be used as a feature material on a kitchen island or benchtop. Although it comes with a high price tag, marble can be a countertop option that gives your kitchen a distinguished classical wow look.
2. Wood
Wood can be an excellent material to use in your home design renovation for a variety of reasons. Certainly some of the appeal is the unique nature of every block of timber, different timbers give different looks and feels. Timber is strong and durable and can make your kitchen seem warm and inviting. If you are going for a charming country-style look then timber complements this look. Wood will also last a long time if properly cared for, and if damage does occur you can simply sand and reseal the surface to avoid having to replace the entire countertop.
3. Granite
Luxurious and unique, granite is a natural solid stone countertop material that can define the aesthetic of your kitchen. Granite can come in a variety of patterns and colours giving you flexibility when pairing it with other features in your kitchen renovations. With little maintenance required granite could be the countertop material for you.
4. Laminate
The most affordable material for countertops laminate can often get a bad rap as looking tacky or cheap. But laminate technology has come a long way in the last decade, making the material tougher, easier to maintain, and more convincing looking. Laminate can now look and feel amazingly like the material it’s replicating, from stone to wood, without costing a fortune.
5. Stainless Steel
Practical, hardy, and easy to clean. Stainless steel is a popular option for people looking for an industrial aesthetic in their kitchens, and it can also act as a wonderful neutral feature to pair with more eccentric kitchen design. Popular with home (and professional) cooks, stainless steel is the easiest of the all-countertop materials to clean and is extremely durable. Any marks & cuts just add to the appeal.
6. Quartz / Engineered Stone
A versatile option, quartz is an engineered stone made up of synthetic resins mixed with natural stone and minerals. The result is a stone countertop with more resiliency and less maintenance required than its other natural counterparts. If you are looking for a stone countertop with less work required then quartz could be a great option, as it is more resistant to cuts, chips, and scratches.
7. Corian
Corian is a material designed by DuPont in 1967, made of acrylic polymer and a derivative of bauxite ore. It is non-porous, stain-resistant, and flexbile when heated, allowing it to be shaped easily and seamlessly. It also comes in a range of colours and textures. It’s very heat-resistant, making it ideal as a countertop material. Finally, it’s also renewable; cuts and scratches can be buffed out quickly.
8. Concrete
Poured to fit or pre-cast concrete is a countertop material that is often overlooked. It’s a happy medium priced material, so you can get a beautiful heavy concrete countertop cast into any shape you need. Perfect for minimalist & industrial style kitchens, concrete can be a blank canvas to experiment around when choosing appliances and cabinetry.
Choose a Countertop Material with Me Today. Having a team of experts by your side when making big kitchen renovation decisions will put your mind at ease. Here at Rebecca Logan Design, we pride ourselves on our thoughtful design and expert project advice. If you need help picking a kitchen countertop for your home renovation, contact us today I will be delighted to help.