worktops Tag

Worktops are the hardest-working part of your kitchen. They have to stand up to whatever your throw at them, and look good too. Below, IIO shares everything you need to know about solid-surface and engineered-stone worktops.  What is a solid-surface worktop? Solid-surface

When it comes to pure good looks, you can’t go wrong with natural stone. No two slabs are exactly the same, so you can be sure of a unique work surface. Read on to find out more about three of

Think of kitchen worktops and the materials that spring to mind are likely to be wood, marble or even laminate. But in recent years, metal worktops have grown in popularity. Read on to find out more about copper and stainless

If you love the industrial look, you can’t go far wrong with concrete worktops. A heavy-duty solution that gets tougher as it ages, concrete comes in a large range of colours, so there’s no need to stick with the classic

Seeking a sleek aesthetic for your kitchen worktops? Then rustic wood or aged copper probably isn’t for you! Take a sneak peek at super-tough ceramic and glass worktops instead. Images: ceramic worktops shown in a kitchen from Nest Kitchens (left) and

Laminate worktops tend to offer the best value when it comes to worktop materials. Laminate is usually made from a core material – commonly chipboard – with a printed decorative layer on top. And now thanks to advances in technology,

Wooden worktops are celebrated for their natural warmth. What’s more, they age beautifully over time. Find out how to look after your wooden worktops and what to avoid with our expert guide. Which wood is best? Hardwood (think oak, maple, walnut, teak

We expect a lot from our kitchen worktops: they need to be tough enough to stand up to daily use as well as create the right vibe for our homes. If you’re replacing your worktops on a budget, you may