Kitchen countertops are benchtops installed at standard heights from the floor. They can be a single surface or a combination of surfaces and may include an integrated backsplash (UK: upstand) to protect the base cabinets from spills, food splatters, dust and dirt. Kinsman Kitchens, House Rules’ kitchen and laundry supplier of choice, uses Cosentino’s Eternal Range for contestants’ stone benchtops and splashbacks. This includes Calacatta Gold, a loyal interpretation of elegant marble with grey and blue veining, and Statuario, a faithful interpretation of Carrara marble with grey and pink veins.
Kitchen Countertops Sydney
A common Kitchen Countertops Sydney material is being likened to the new asbestos, with more than 275,000 Aussie tradies at risk of deadly lung disease. Engineered stone countertops are riddled with silica, which when cut sends particles into the air. If breathed in, they can cause silicosis, an incurable work-related lung disease that leaves people needing oxygen tanks and seeking lung transplants. The CFMMEU is calling on the federal government to ban engineered stone by 2024. In the 2020 season of House Rules High Stakes, Smartstone joined the teams on their renovation journey as a proud national supplier of natural-looking Smartstone quartz surfaces in kitchens and laundries across Australia. Kinsman Kitchens was the supplier of choice for kitchen benchtops, using Cosentino’s Eternal Range in their kitchen and laundry zones.
Marble is a timeless natural masterpiece that adds luxury and elegance to any kitchen. At CDK Stone, we have a range of marbles from around the world. Calacatta Gold is a faithful interpretation of elegant white marble with grey, blue and golden veins while Statuario is a loyal interpretation of Carrara marble with grey and pink veins over a bluish background.
Types Of Kitchen Countertops
The kitchen is no longer just a place to cook and wash up – it’s become an important space for sharing family meals, bonding with loved ones and creating lifelong memories. As such, it deserves to be the most beautiful part of the home. Stone benchtops ooze elegance and add a sense of luxury to the space. It’s a durable, long-lasting option that comes in a wide range of colours and textures. Granite is popular, with slabs providing a sleek and sophisticated look while tiles can add an Old World or country feel to the kitchen.
Marble is also a stunning option with its elegant veining and luxury aura. Its softness and porosity makes it an ideal choice for softer styles, but must be resealed regularly to minimise the risk of stains. Recycled and repurposed materials are becoming increasingly popular, with options such as recycled glass and timber offering a greener approach. They’re also surprisingly low maintenance and can be cleaned with warm water and mild soap.
Kitchen Countertops
Countertops are a key design element in any kitchen, setting the tone for the entire room. When installing a new countertop, it is important to choose the right material to ensure long-term durability and beauty. There are many options available, from a range of natural stones like granite and marble to maintenance-free engineered materials such as quartz and solid surface. Depending on the type of countertop you choose, there are also various care and maintenance guidelines to follow. For example, some countertops require periodic re-sealing to help prevent stains. Others may need to be re-sanded to remove knife scratches and deep gouges.
A common kitchen benchtop material has been called “worse than asbestos” by CFMMEU activists, who are calling for it to be banned. Engineered stone contains silica, which can send particles into the lungs. This can lead to silicosis, a deadly work-related illness.
A popular option for contemporary kitchens is granite benchtops. CDK Stone stocks a number of popular colours including white, grey, green, red and black. This durable and beautiful stone is also suitable for bathrooms, flooring, feature walls and outdoor areas. Quartz is a hard and strong natural stone with minimal downsides, and it is available in a wide range of designs. This is a non-porous stone that does not need sealing and will resist heat, stains, scratches and dents well.
