Things to Consider When Choosing a Kitchen Worktop

If you’re updating your kitchen worktops, you may be feeling a little overwhelmed by the amount of choice on the market. From material to colour, whatever you choose will influence the overall aesthetics of your kitchen.

To help make your decision, this blog will guide you through the important factors you need to consider when choosing the best design for your kitchen space.

What look are you trying to achieve?

A good starting point for choosing the right kitchen worktops is to think about the kind of look you want to create in your kitchen. If you’re swaying towards a modern look, simple colours are great for adding a sleek and contemporary feel to your home. Alternatively, wooden countertops are brilliant for rustic country inspired kitchens.

Light or dark surfaces?

The amount of natural light that enters your kitchen can affect how your worktops look. Small kitchens with little light may look even smaller with dark surfaces, whereas spacious kitchens will suit the look more comfortably. On the other hand, light worktops will make your space feel brighter, especially in the summer. However, if you have little storage they can easily look cluttered when appliances and kitchen tools are on display.

Granite, hardwood and composite

Granite worktops are made from natural stone with a unique look to each slab- with a luxury feel this look never goes out of fashion. Hardwood such as oak or walnut is a firm favourite for its character that comes with age; however you must be careful with hot pans as placing them directly onto wood can scorch. Composite worktops are very tough and resistant to scratches and stains, they also require very little maintenance and can be kept clean simply by wiping it over with a cloth.

Will it match your flooring?

Mismatched worktops and flooring can ruin the overall look of your kitchen; ideally, the finish of both of these surfaces should match. Before you go ahead with the installation, ask for samples so you can compare how well the two will compliment each other as you don’t want to rush and regret your decision.

If you’re looking for a range of kitchen options for your home, then Bells Builders Merchants is the place to go. With over 95 years experience in kitchen and bathroom installations, we are on of South London's leading suppliers. Our family run business puts customer satisfaction at the centre of all we do, to ensure we create the best transformation of your space. For more information, get in touch today.