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Choose The Best Worktops for your Kitchen!

Gone are the days when one used to have conventional look in their kitchens. With advancement of technology and different treatments and finishes for natural materials, there is a wide variety of good looking and attractive kitchen surfaces and colours available which fit in with any kitchen size and budget.
Just have a look at the brief of some well-known kitchen worktops:

•Laminates: They look similar to some composites and stones. The biggest advantage they have is their low cost. But one should always buy best in quality laminated worktops as they are the ones which are virtually maintenance free, heat and scratch resistant plus, are easy to clean. They are available in smooth, textured and glossy finishes and a variety of colours.

•Granite: These are 100% natural stone, quarried directly out of the earth as a single chunk. Granite worktops are most popular choice among homeowners as they never go out of fashion and suits traditional & modern style. They are very durable in nature, water resistant and easy to clean. If maintained with care it can last for lifetime and beyond.

•Corian: A subtle blend of natural minerals and clear acrylic. It is considered perfect for seamless designs and can be moulded & formed into any shape including fully integrated sink. Always use trivet when placing a hot pan over it. It can be easily cleaned with damp cloth and mild detergent plus is an excellent impact resistant.

•Quartz: These are made up of 93% quartz mixed with 7% of acrylic resins and colour pigments. Quartz worktops are heavier than granite worktops. Thus, there are sometimes issues in its installation or transportation. They require zero maintenance and have durable quality with luxury & style.

•Glass: They work perfect for those who want contemporary look in their modern kitchens or in small kitchens to increase the feeling of space. These are available in variety of colours and create atmospheric focus when lit or placed on top of a coloured surface. Glass worktops are heat, stain and water resistant but require frequent whipping to avoid water marking.

•Hardwood: It is suited with all kinds of kitchen styles, best used at food preparation & dining areas. It is durable in nature if properly sealed using oil. Never use it as chopping board and always avoid placing hot pans over it.

Do keep above information in mind before installing any worktop.