Marble worktop for kitchen

What is the strongest material for the kitchen countertop?

Are you thinking of reforming your kitchen and have doubts about which will be the most suitable material for your kitchen countertop? Doubts between placing the traditional marble kitchen countertop or do you prefer to opt for other newer materials? In this post we are going to solve your question by offering you the main characteristics of the different materials with which a kitchen countertop can be made.

In a kitchen, the countertop is a fundamental part since it is the place where the food is going to be handled, so it must be made of a material that is easy to clean and that accepts products for disinfection. On the other hand, it must be made of materials resistant to humidity, abrasive products and high temperatures at the same time, which aesthetically harmonize with the furniture.

At MARMOLES FORMAS & DISEÑO we have a long professional experience so we can advise you on the best countertop for your kitchen or the type of marble countertop for the bathroom depending on your personal circumstances. We carry out work with all types of marbles and natural stones, being specialized in granites, marbles, basalts, compacts, sandstones ... In addition, we also work with the best brands in the sector such as Silestone, Compac, Techlam de Levantina, Levantina Natura, TheSize ...

Characteristics of the different types of kitchen countertops

Currently, the materials with the greatest demand for the manufacture of kitchen countertops or bathroom countertops are:

• Granite
• Porcelain stoneware
• Quartz

Granite kitchen countertops

Granite is the most traditional element in the manufacture of countertops. This natural stone is characterized by its high quality and its great resistance to humidity, heat sources, cleaning products, shocks, ... It has a very elegant appearance and its natural grain makes each piece unique and unrepeatable. It is highly appreciated by the cook due to its easy cleaning and disinfection . At MARMOLES FORMAS & DISEÑO we have a wide variety of types with different colors so that you can choose the granite countertop that best matches your furniture.

Porcelain countertops for kitchens

Porcelain stoneware allows us to choose from a wide variety of plain and basic colors that are ideal for countertops. You'll also love the color palette with smoky tones that realistically mimic steel and wood. This high quality product is characterized by its hardness (it does not scratch because it is harder than a knife), its durability and its hygiene. It is not porous, so it does not absorb liquids that cause stains and it is perfectly heat resistant. It is manufactured by making a compact, moldable and baked paste that is mainly composed of quartz, glass, silica and feldspar. We only work with the best brands on the market, so we recommend Techlam porcelain countertops.

Quartz kitchen countertops

Quartz countertops offer you the widest range of colors on the market. The Silestone brand has more than 90 colors in its catalog. Natural quartz is a very decorative and resistant material. In addition, it offers you different textures . Its extreme hardness also makes it suitable for covering floors and walls. The joints are minimal, preventing the growth of bacteria . In addition, it is very resistant to difficult stains such as coffee, vinegar, oil, wine, lemon ... Quartz countertops are made with a percentage of resin, so it does not support direct heat sources and needs a support to place the hot pots .

Contact MARMOLES FORMAS & DISEÑO to choose your marble kitchen countertop

At MARMOLES FORMAS & DISEÑO we are specialized in the installation of marble kitchen countertops in the province of Alicante. We have a large number of clients in Elche, Alicante, Orihuela, Alcoy, Torrevieja, Almoradí, Crevillente, San Juan ...

If you need to install a marble bathroom countertop or a marble kitchen countertop in your home, contact us and we will help you choose the best option for your home. You just have to fill in the form that appears on our website and we will contact you.

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