A good kitchen cabinet can not only enhance the appearance of the entire kitchen, but also affect the mood of cooking. There are many materials for kitchen countertops on the market. Which one can take into account the appearance and practicality at the same time?
First, High-cold stainless steel material
advantage:
1. The biggest advantage of stainless steel counter-tops is that they are easy to clean, and the high-density counter-tops are not easy to penetrate. Therefore, the oil stains on the counter-tops are very clean with a light wipe, which is suitable for lazy people.
2. The stainless steel material is fire-resistant and high-temperature resistant, so there is no need to worry about being scalded by the hot pot.
shortcoming:
1. Stainless steel looks hard, but it is actually very easy to be scratched, and once scratches occur, it is difficult to recover, which greatly affects the appearance.
2. Because the stainless steel countertop is made of metal, it will inevitably make a “bang bang bang” noise when cutting vegetables. It is not recommended to use it if there are elderly people at home.
3. The stainless steel has a single color, and the cold gray will make the kitchen lack warmth and affect the mood of cooking.
Second, the gorgeous debut of the fire board
advantage:
1. Since it is called a fireproof board, the characteristics of fire resistance and high temperature resistance must bear the brunt, and there is no need to worry about burning the countertop.
2. The fireproof board made by special process also has the characteristics of moisture resistance and oil resistance, and it is very convenient to clean up.
shortcoming:
1. Most of the fireproof boards are flat plates, so they cannot be concave with unique shapes. If you need to create an artistic countertop, it is somewhat unsatisfactory.
2. Since the fireproof board needs a lot of glue to stick in the production, it is easy to be degummed and cracked if it is soaked in water for a long time.
Third, Textured natural stone
advantage:
1. Natural stone has good fire resistance, so there is no need to worry about daily use.
2. Natural stone has high hardness and strong wear resistance, so there is no need to worry about scratches.
shortcoming:
1. Although the countertop made of natural stone is more than hard, it is not elastic enough. Be extra careful when installing it, and it is easy to break when it collides.
2. There are many small pores invisible to the naked eye on the surface of natural stone. Once oil stains and seasonings are sprinkled, it is easy to penetrate. After a long time, not only the appearance will be reduced, but also the sanitation problem will be troublesome.
Fourth, High cost-effective artificial stone
advantage:
1. The Mohs hardness of artificial quartz stone is very high, so there is no need to worry about being scratched by sharp objects.
2. Artificial quartz stone has the characteristics of acid and alkali resistance and high temperature resistance, so there is no need to worry about direct contact with the bottom of the burned pot.
3. In the production process of artificial quartz stone, it can basically eliminate harmful substances. Its surface is fine and non-porous, so that bacteria have nowhere to hide, so it is safe and non-toxic and can be used with confidence.
4. Artificial quartz stone has many patterns, styles and colors due to artificial processing in the later stage. It can be matched with any kitchen cabinet according to the style of the home, and the cost performance is very high.
shortcoming:
Because of its high hardness, artificial quartz stone cannot achieve a complete seamless connection, and the connection will inevitably become black and moldy after a long time.
Summary: stainless steel kitchen cabinets are more suitable for young people who like industrial style, but not for the elderly; fireproof boards are suitable for literary and artistic people who pursue cost-effectiveness and visual effects of wooden countertops, but not for families with styling needs; natural stone is suitable for the pursuit of texture , and families with higher budgets, families who pursue cost-effectiveness should choose carefully; as for artificial stone, it is suitable for families who pursue a sense of style and super cost-effectiveness, and cannot be seamlessly connected.
