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Countertop

Kitchen worktop usually refers to a horizontal worksurface in kitchens. It is frequently installed above and supported by cabinets. countertops are usually about 25 1/2 inches (650 mm) from front to back and are designed to slightly-overhang standard kitchen base cabinets. They may be cut away to accommodate the installation of sinks, stoves (cookers), ranges, and cooktops, or other accessories. A good worktop should last ten years or more.

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Granite

The natural stone or dimension slab is shaped using cutting and finishing equipment in the shop of the fabricator. If the stone has a highly varigated pattern, the stone is laid out in final position in the shop for the customer's inspection. Then the worktop assembly is installed on the job site by professionals.
Granite is the hardest wearing of stone countertops, available in neutral and dark colors prefab granite countertop with eased edge.
Limestone is porous and easy to scratching and stain if not sealed. Concrete countertops are made of cement, sand, stone and pigment.They must be sealed properly or waxed to resist stains and water damage.Polished concrete is tough as a paving slab very hard wearing and resistant to heat .Made to measure and bespoke units including sinks,drain-boards, and other accessories are available.

Stainless Steel

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Stainless steel is durable, stylish and very hygienic as it can be cleaned with abrasive products and buffs up to shine.These may be used "stand-alone" or integrated into larger custom assemblies.Many predesigned, prefabricated units (including sinks, drainboards, and other accessories) are available in stainless steel.Some stainless steel systems stand on their own legs and do not require the support of cabinetry.Scratched - is a part of "the look".

Natural Wood

Natural wood countertops are very popular for traditional kitchens. Wood is a porous material and is prone to burning, scratching and staining. To keep it in good order its have to be oiled approximately every 3 months and re-sanded every year. Wood countertops can easily be shaped to fit unusual unit styles. The most popular hardwood for worktop is: Oak, Walnut, Cherry, Maple, Wenge, Beech, Iroko,

prefab granite countertops with eased edge

Laminate

Post-formed plastic laminate countertop a very common style. These are factory-produced with a single thin sheet of laminate curved and glued over medium-density fiberboard or other similar base material.
The base material is shaped to provide an integrated front edge, work surface.Factory-made miter-cut pieces are also available, allowing the easy production of "inside corners".

Acrylic

Made from synthetic thermosetting plastic can be carved, moulded or work like wood. Sinks or up-stand can be integrated into seamless countertop.They come in huge range of color and have the appearance of real stone but offers better heat resistance.Non porous and hard wearing with removable scratches.




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