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For the decoration of the kitchen, it is generally impossible to avoid the choice of kitchen countertops.
However, there are still many types of kitchen countertops. For example, the more common quartz countertops, stainless steel countertops, rock slab countertops, solid wood countertops and so on.
If we can choose the right countertop, it can really bring us a lot of good experiences and make our kitchen more and more comfortable.
However, if you choose the wrong countertop in your kitchen, it can be a real frustration.
I've also experienced all sorts of problems with kitchen countertops.
If the decoration can be repeated, I must use stainless steel countertops for kitchen countertops! It's not that I'm stubborn, I'm really fed up.
In this issue, we will share the choice of kitchen countertops. The article is divided into two parts: What are the common types of kitchen countertops? If I can renovate and rebuild, why do I have to use stainless steel countertops?
What are the common types of kitchen countertops?
When we renovate, we always choose the countertop in the kitchen. So it is necessary to understand, what are the types of kitchen countertops?
Because for this stage, the change of some decoration materials is still very fast, resulting in a variety of kitchen products.
And when we choose, try to choose the more common ones.
For these more common types of kitchen countertops, I will summarize them as follows.
(1) - Quartz countertop
Quartz countertops are one of the most common kitchen countertops and the most used.
Quartz countertop is a kind of wood-based panel countertop made by artificial processing using quartz sand.
Advantages: cheap, many styles, wear-resistant, durable.
Disadvantages: Prone to bleeding. At the same time, chipping and chipping may occur. The edges are prone to mold.
(2) - Rock slab countertop
The rock slab countertop is made of large-size rock slab cutting.
Therefore, the rock slab countertop has the advantages and disadvantages of the rock slab itself.
Advantages: It appears very atmospheric, the surface is harder, and it is more wear-resistant.
Disadvantages: The edge is prone to porcelain chipping, the bottom support is not in place, and it is easy to crack. In addition, there are many fakes on the market, and it is difficult to distinguish the real from the fake.
(3) - stainless steel countertop
Stainless steel countertop is a kind of kitchen countertop made of stainless steel plate.
Now there are more and more stainless steel countertops.
Advantages: durable, abrasion resistant, slip resistant. As long as there is no friction from hard objects, the stainless steel countertop can last forever and will not become moldy.
Disadvantages: Not particularly outstanding in appearance. Scratches may also occur when rubbed against hard objects.
(4) - Marble countertops
Marble countertops, said when artificial marble and natural marble.
In fact, more people pursue high-end, so they may choose natural marble.
Natural marble, on the other hand, is generally not recommended for home improvement.
Advantages: The texture is good-looking, natural and realistic, and the decoration grade is relatively high-end.
Cons: Expensive, not durable. The heat resistance is relatively poor, it is easy to break and crack, and there are many fakes.
(5) - solid wood countertop
Solid wood countertops are made by cutting logs into boards and processing them at the end.
Therefore, the countertop of solid wood planks has relatively high requirements for wood species, otherwise various problems may occur.
Advantages: The decoration effect is good, it will not be damaged and cracked, and it is more durable.
Disadvantages: Poor hardness and wear-resistant. In addition, the edges are very prone to mold, and stains are difficult to clean.
If the decoration can be redone, why should I use "stainless steel" for the kitchen countertop?
Why do I need to use stainless steel countertops for kitchen countertops if the renovation can be done all over again?
In fact, this is also the feeling I felt from the bottom of my heart after experiencing the different countertops myself.
For a wide variety of countertops, in fact, there are advantages and disadvantages.
But for me, the following advantages of using stainless steel countertops in the kitchen are what I am after.
(a) - No worries about cracking
Stainless steel countertops, compared to all other countertops, do not have to worry about cracking.
The problem of cracking may be due to the influence of high temperatures, or the collision of external forces.
Among them, the more typical cracking problems mainly occur on slate countertops, quartz countertops and marble countertops.
If our newly renovated kitchen countertops crack, it can be very annoying.
If it is replaced, it will not only cost money, but also delay the effort.
And stainless steel countertops in this aspect, we don't have to worry about it:
Stainless steel is resistant to high temperatures. Therefore, the hot pan we burn and the hot dishes that we fry can be placed directly on it without worrying about cracking.
Not afraid of collisions. For stainless steel countertops, everyone knows that no matter how they hit, they will not crack. Therefore, when used on kitchen countertops, there will be no cracking problems.
(2) - wear-resistant
Compared with other types of countertops, stainless steel countertops also have very good performance in terms of wear resistance.
For all kinds of countertops in the home, after using it for a period of time, you will find that scratches may appear on it more or less.
The reason for this problem is actually caused by our use.
It is more common to have oil stains and stains on the countertop. Maybe you accidentally brush it with an iron blaster, and then a scratch appears.
Therefore, when we choose kitchen countertops, we really need to consider the wear resistance of kitchen countertops:
Stainless steel has strong wear resistance, mainly due to its relatively high hardness. Slight friction is almost non-scratchable.
There is also a protective film on the surface of the stainless steel, which can prevent abrasion more effectively. In fact, for stainless steel countertops, after pasting the protective film, the effect will be better and more durable.
(3) - Stain resistance
For stainless steel countertops in the kitchen, the third obvious advantage is its stain resistance.
In fact, when we choose kitchen countertops, we must consider the stain resistance.
The stain resistance is mainly reflected in whether the countertop is easy to stick to the oil, whether the sticky oil is easy to wipe, and the countertop will not absorb oil stains.
Taken together, these issues determine whether the countertop we choose is very stain-resistant.
Stain resistance, in fact, from another aspect, is whether it is particularly easy to clean.
And in this regard, stainless steel countertops are indeed very advantageous:
The surface of the stainless steel countertop is not easy to adhere to oil stains. Even if there are grease stains on the surface, we can easily wipe the grease off with a damp rag, which is very easy to clean.
Stainless steel countertops won't absorb grease stains. Because the density of stainless steel is very high, there are almost no internal pores like quartz and marble. Therefore, oil stains will not enter, no staining will appear, and it is easier to clean.
(4) - Durable
For the choice of kitchen countertops, the most important thing everyone should be concerned about is actually to see whether the countertops are durable.
Actually, you can think about it, if we install the kitchen countertop. It's high-end and beautiful, but it's not durable. After a year or two, it becomes flowery, and it is a bad countertop.
When considering the durability of kitchen countertops, it is important to consider the characteristics of the material we choose.
These characteristics include a series of problems such as whether it is wear-resistant, whether it is easy to chip, crack and so on.
And after we compare these possible problems, you will find that stainless steel countertops are indeed the first choice.
Why? Because stainless steel countertops have the following advantages:
Stainless steel countertops will not have a series of problems such as cracking and breaking. As long as we don't remove it, the stainless steel countertops we have installed in the kitchen can be used almost forever.
Long service life. In fact, it also depends on the hardness, wear resistance, and toughness of the stainless steel. Therefore, there is no problem with stainless steel countertops for a year or even more than ten years.
(5) - will not change flowers
When it comes to kitchen countertops, the last thing to focus on is whether the countertop will become flowery.
In fact, many friends don't like quartz countertops, there is a very important reason, that is, when you use them, you will find that the countertops have become flowery.
For this, it is mainly found on various countertops of man-made panels. It includes quartz countertops, slate countertops, and marble countertops.
The fundamental reason for the deformation of the countertop is that there are certain pores in the material itself, and then there are oil stains that will be immersed in it.
So, after thinking about this, you will find that stainless steel countertops are very advantageous:
The surface of the stainless steel countertop is very dense and there are hardly any porosity. So, no matter how long we use it, you will find that the surface of the stainless steel countertop will not be distorted.
The stainless steel surface will also not have the problem of mildew and blackening. Especially for the edge of the quartz stone and rock slab countertop, if you don't clean it for a long time, you will find that it will be moldy and black. The stainless steel countertop is bent and formed as a whole, so there is no such problem.
How to choose a stainless steel countertop?
In fact, there are many types of stainless steel countertops on the market.
When we distinguish stainless steel countertops, you will find that the types of stainless steel used are different, and the thickness of stainless steel countertops is also different.
These differences have resulted in the quality of stainless steel countertops and the quality of the tabletop.
For this reason, I personally recommend the following suggestions for choosing stainless steel countertops.
, look at the material
304 stainless steel is preferred. When purchasing, be sure to look at the steel label printed on the stainless steel, and also look at the test report of the product to ensure that it is 304 stainless steel.
When choosing, it is necessary to distinguish 304 stainless steel, because it is divided into food grade and industrial grade. For our household, it is recommended that you choose food grade. The way to judge is to ask the sales for a test report.
, look at the thickness
When we choose a stainless steel countertop, the first point is to look at the thickness of the stainless steel countertop. Because the thicker the thickness of the stainless steel, the stronger the stainless steel, the less easy it is to deform, and of course, the higher the **.
At present, the thickness of stainless steel on the market is mainly divided into 5 mm, 6 mm, 8 mm, 10 mm, 20 mm and so on. For most of our families, it is recommended that you choose one of about 8 mm. If you have a good budget, you can choose a 10 mm one.
, look at the surface treatment
The surface treatment of stainless steel countertops includes brushed stainless steel, pearlescent stainless steel, rhombic stainless steel, titanium stainless steel, solid stainless steel, etc.
And these all stainless steel countertops, as for how to choose, it actually depends on your own needs. Personal advice, try to choose a flat one.
Here it is recommended that you pay attention to the surface of the pearlescent stainless steel countertop and the rhombic stainless steel countertop is not very smooth, and it is not easy to clean in the later stage. So, when choosing, be sure to take this into account.
Written at the end of the article
The countertops of the home kitchen, at present, are actually mainly quartz countertops. However, you will also find that more and more people are choosing stainless steel countertops.
Of course, stainless steel countertops are also divided into many types. Among them, the cheap stainless steel countertops give people a really poor look. However, some good stainless steel countertops will indeed make you feel more comfortable the more you use them. This is also the reason to introduce stainless steel countertops to everyone.
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