Stainless Steel Countertop
stainless steel ideas and tips - ensuring functionality and aesthetics of your dream kitchen
Shiny stainless steel countertops have become increasingly popular over the last few years and as well as looking chic and sleek have a lot of practical benefits too. They are strong and durable, water and heat resistant and even better in the kitchen - very hygienic. Though stainless steel will show smudges and marks, a wipe-over with lightly oiled cloth should bring up the shine
Stainless steel countertop can be made to look seamless, backsplash, sink can be integrated and it is very hygienic and easy to maintain
Advantages:
Stainless steel comes in various texture and finishes, from matt brushed to polished gloss to ridged.
Available in thin sheets, it is reasonably pliable and easy to apply even to curved surfaces.
If polished it makes a highly reflective surface and enhances the light
A stainless steel countertop with integral sink and draining board makes a very streamlined kitchen and no join means no seepage into the units below.
Disadvantages
High quality stainless steel is still quite expensive although high street kitchen are starting to introduce less costly ranges.
Essentially a cold material, it won't bring warmth to the kitchen but works well when teamed with wood and paintwork
Combining metal or glass kitchen utensils with a stainless steel won't make for a quiet kitchen.
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