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	* ~~[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Countertop#Post-formed_plastic_laminate~~ '''Laminate''']		* '''[[Laminate]]'''
	** made from '''[[Manufactured Board\|Chipboard]]''' coated with a plastic ~~laminate~~ comprising a layer of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Melamine_resin melamine formaldehyde], a layer of paper containing the printed design and then a layer of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phenol_formaldehyde_resin phenol formaldehyde].		** made from '''[[Manufactured Board\|Chipboard]]''' coated with a plastic '''[[Laminate]]''' comprising a layer of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Melamine_resin melamine formaldehyde], a layer of paper containing the printed design and then a layer of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phenol_formaldehyde_resin phenol formaldehyde].
	** [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Melamine_resin Melamine] is clear and resistant to scratching : both plastics used are [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thermosetting_polymer thermosetting] and resistant to heat.		** [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Melamine_resin Melamine] is clear and resistant to scratching : both plastics used are [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thermosetting_polymer thermosetting] and resistant to heat.
	** the most popular and affordable choice of worktop;		** the most popular and affordable choice of worktop;
	** leading edges are sometimes ~~[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Countertop#Post-formed_plastic_laminate~~ '''Post-Formed'''] ''(rounded)'' to remove sharp corners;		** leading edges are sometimes '''[[Laminate\|Post-Formed]]''' ''(rounded)'' to remove sharp corners;
	** can be self-fitted and easily worked with normal tools;		** can be self-fitted and easily worked with normal tools;
	** available in a wide range of colours and patterns;		** available in a wide range of colours and patterns;

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			=====Description=====

	A wide range of materials are available from which to make [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Countertop '''Kitchen Worktops'''], each with their own advantages and disadvantages with regard to cost, ease of fitting, hygiene, durability and maintenance. Although common practice is to have the same work-surface throughout the kitchen, an interesting, cost-effective and practical alternative to to consider varying this in some areas ''(e.g. round hobs and cookers, near sinks, or on island units)''		A wide range of materials are available from which to make [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Countertop '''Kitchen Worktops'''], each with their own advantages and disadvantages with regard to cost, ease of fitting, hygiene, durability and maintenance. Although common practice is to have the same work-surface throughout the kitchen, an interesting, cost-effective and practical alternative to to consider varying this in some areas ''(e.g. round hobs and cookers, near sinks, or on island units)''


			=====Features and Applications=====

	* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Countertop#Post-formed_plastic_laminate '''Laminate''']		* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Countertop#Post-formed_plastic_laminate '''Laminate''']
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			{{Kitchen Worktops Buyers Guide}}

	[[Category:Kitchen Design]]		[[Category:Kitchen Design]]

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	** heat, acid and water resistant;		** heat, acid and water resistant;
	** easy to clean and maintain but can scratch and chip.		** easy to clean and maintain but can scratch and chip.


			In addition to those listed, other materials have been used, or are now being explored, as suitable materials for work-tops. These include: ceramic tiles, slate, recycled timber ''(e.g. scaffolding planks)'', concrete and copper - a metal which is known to have [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Antimicrobial_properties_of_copper '''antibacterial properties'''].
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			<span style="color: red">'''Safety Point!'''
			Although [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Galvanization '''Galvanised Steel'''] can be seen in use in cold storage racking, seafood counters and water pipes for example, it is best avoided in domestic food preparation. Although zinc is generally 'safe' ''(it's an essential nutrient, not a toxin)'', it's not considered 'food-safe' because it dissolves in acidic foods too readily forming salts that are readily absorbed by the body and, in excess, could cause sickness. Heating zinc sufficiently may release fumes and these could cause what welders know as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Metal_fume_fever '''Fume Fever'''].
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	[[Category:Kitchen Design]]		[[Category:Kitchen Design]]

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	** natural stone worktops are best cut by specialists with specialist tools and equipment ''(e.g. diamond saws)'';		** natural stone worktops are best cut by specialists with specialist tools and equipment ''(e.g. diamond saws)'';
	** tops are cut to a '''[[Template]]''' ''(e.g. made from paper, card or hardboard, etc.)'' which can be provided by the customer;		** tops are cut to a '''[[Template]]''' ''(e.g. made from paper, card or hardboard, etc.)'' which can be provided by the customer;
	** these worktops are very heavy ''(e.g ~~the~~ average 3m stone ~~worktops~~ needs at least 3 people to lift safely)'' so under-frames need to be strong;		** these worktops are very heavy ''(e.g an average 3 metre long stone worktop needs at least 3 people to lift it safely)'' so under-frames need to be strong;
	** very hard-wearing and easy to keep clean but can be stained by some spillages such as red wine, tea and coffee ''(dark granite less so)'';		** very hard-wearing and easy to keep clean but can be stained by some spillages such as red wine, tea and coffee ''(dark granite less so)'';
	** generally heat resistant but very hot pans should not be placed directly on to any worktop.		** generally heat resistant but very hot pans should not be placed directly on to any worktop.

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	** these worktops are very heavy ''(e.g the average 3m stone worktops needs at least 3 people to lift safely)'' so under-frames need to be strong;		** these worktops are very heavy ''(e.g the average 3m stone worktops needs at least 3 people to lift safely)'' so under-frames need to be strong;
	** very hard-wearing and easy to keep clean but can be stained by some spillages such as red wine, tea and coffee ''(dark granite less so)'';		** very hard-wearing and easy to keep clean but can be stained by some spillages such as red wine, tea and coffee ''(dark granite less so)'';
	** generally heat resistant but very hot pans should not be placed directly on any worktop.		** generally heat resistant but very hot pans should not be placed directly on to any worktop.

	* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Countertop#Other_materials '''Stainless steel''']		* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Countertop#Other_materials '''Stainless steel''']
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	** can look very striking;		** can look very striking;
	** available in rectangular lengths;		** available in rectangular lengths;
	** some simple shaping and drilling of holes possible (e.g. cut-outs for hobs and sinks);		** some simple shaping and drilling of holes possible ''(e.g. cut-outs for hobs and sinks)'';
	** can be lit from below to create dramatic effects;		** can be lit from below to create dramatic effects;
	** heat, acid and water resistant;		** heat, acid and water resistant;

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-These are usually made from plastic laminate coated '''[[Manufactured Board|Chipboard]]'''. They are bought in lengths and cut to fit over base units and spaces. The leading edges are sometimes formed (rounded) to remove sharp corners for safety reasons. If this process is completed after the laminate has been made it is known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Countertop#Post-formed_plastic_laminate '''post-forming'''].
+* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Countertop#Wood '''Hardwood''']
-The plastics laminate comprises a layer of melamine formaldehide, a layer of paper containing the printed design and then a layer of phenol formaldehyde. Melamine is clear and resistant to scratching. Both plastics used are thermosetting and resistant to heat.
+* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Countertop#Engineered_quartz_surfacing '''Composite''']
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+* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Countertop#Other_materials '''Stainless steel''']
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	These are usually made from plastic laminate coated ~~chipboard~~. They are bought in lengths and cut to fit over base units and spaces. The leading edges are sometimes formed (rounded) to remove sharp corners for safety reasons. If this process is completed after the laminate has been made it is known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Countertop#Post-formed_plastic_laminate '''post-forming'''].		These are usually made from plastic laminate coated '''[[Manufactured Board\|Chipboard]]'''. They are bought in lengths and cut to fit over base units and spaces. The leading edges are sometimes formed (rounded) to remove sharp corners for safety reasons. If this process is completed after the laminate has been made it is known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Countertop#Post-formed_plastic_laminate '''post-forming'''].

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	These are usually made from plastic laminate coated chipboard. They are bought in lengths and cut to fit over base units and spaces. The leading edges are sometimes formed (rounded) to remove sharp corners for safety reasons. If this process is completed after the laminate has been made it is known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Countertop#Post-formed_plastic_laminate '''post-forming'''].		These are usually made from plastic laminate coated chipboard. They are bought in lengths and cut to fit over base units and spaces. The leading edges are sometimes formed (rounded) to remove sharp corners for safety reasons. If this process is completed after the laminate has been made it is known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Countertop#Post-formed_plastic_laminate '''post-forming'''].
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	These are usually made from plastic laminate coated chipboard. They are bought in lengths and cut to fit over base units and spaces. The leading edges are sometimes formed (rounded) to remove sharp corners for safety reasons. If this process is completed after the laminate has been made it is known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Countertop#Post-formed_plastic_laminate '''post-forming'''].		These are usually made from plastic laminate coated chipboard. They are bought in lengths and cut to fit over base units and spaces. The leading edges are sometimes formed (rounded) to remove sharp corners for safety reasons. If this process is completed after the laminate has been made it is known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Countertop#Post-formed_plastic_laminate '''post-forming'''].
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	** available in a wide range of colours and patterns;		** available in a wide range of colours and patterns;
	** surface layer is easy to keep clean;		** surface layer is easy to keep clean;
	** soon degrades if water is allowed to be absorbed ~~in to~~ the chipboard core around joins and cut edges.		** soon degrades if water is allowed to be absorbed into the chipboard core around joins and cut edges.

	* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Countertop#Wood '''Hardwood''']		* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Countertop#Wood '''Hardwood''']
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	* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Countertop#Natural_stone '''Granite or Marble''']		* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Countertop#Natural_stone '''Granite or Marble''']
	** natural stone worktops are best cut ~~by specialists~~ with specialist tools and equipment ''(e.g. diamond saws)'';		** natural stone worktops are best cut with specialist tools and equipment ''(e.g. diamond saws)'';
	** tops are cut to a '''[[Template]]''' ''(e.g. made from paper, card or hardboard, etc.)'' which can be provided by the customer;		** tops are cut to a '''[[Template]]''' ''(e.g. made from paper, card or hardboard, etc.)'' which can be provided by the customer;
	** these worktops are very heavy ''(e.g an average 3 metre long stone worktop needs at least 3 people to lift it safely)'' so under-frames need to be strong;		** these worktops are very heavy ''(e.g an average 3 metre long stone worktop needs at least 3 people to lift it safely)'' so under-frames need to be strong;
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	* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Countertop#Other_materials '''Stainless steel''']		* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Countertop#Other_materials '''Stainless steel''']
	** bending and folding of up-stands etc. best done by specialist but minor cutting and drilling for final fitting easily achieved with normal tools;		** bending and folding of up-stands etc. is best done with specialist equipment but minor cutting and drilling for final fitting is easily achieved with normal tools;
	** virtually indestructible;		** virtually indestructible;
	** hygienic and first choice for catering kitchens;		** hygienic and first choice for catering kitchens;
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	<span style="color: red">'''Safety Point!'''		<span style="color: red">'''Safety Point!'''
	Although [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Galvanization '''Galvanised Steel'''] can be seen in use in cold storage racking, seafood counters and water pipes for example, it is best avoided in domestic food preparation. ~~Although zinc~~ is generally 'safe' ''(it's an essential nutrient, not a toxin)'', ~~it's~~ not considered 'food-safe' because it dissolves in acidic foods ~~too readily~~ forming salts that are readily absorbed by the body and, in excess, could cause sickness. Heating zinc sufficiently may release fumes and these could cause what welders know as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Metal_fume_fever '''Fume Fever'''].		Although [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Galvanization '''Galvanised Steel'''] can be seen in use in cold storage racking, seafood counters and water pipes for example, it is best avoided in domestic food preparation. [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zinc '''Zinc'''] is generally 'safe' ''(it's an essential nutrient, not a toxin)'', but the metal is not considered 'food-safe' because it dissolves in acidic foods forming salts that are readily absorbed by the body and, in excess, could cause sickness. Heating zinc sufficiently may release fumes and these could cause what welders know as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Metal_fume_fever '''Fume Fever'''].
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