Many people believe that the beauty of a home is incomplete if a lot of time and money is not spent on beautifying the kitchen. Most women and men spend several hours of their lives cooking in their kitchen. It is also the central place for conversations that occur during lunch or dinner. If special emphasis is not placed on the functionality and decor of kitchen essentials like countertops and sinks, it can be assumed that the time spent in the kitchen will not be memorable.

There are some easy rules to follow when selecting kitchen countertops. Functionality should have top priority in countertop selection. The worktop must be at a suitable height. It should be tall enough to make it easy to cut vegetables without bending too much. At the same time, it cannot be too high; otherwise it will be difficult for the cook to see the food being cooked. Countertops should be made of a durable material that can withstand heat without being damaged. It should not be made of wood as wood is susceptible to fire and termite infestation. You can choose between quartz, granite, marble, plastic, laminates, etc.

Of course, the price of the material is also a key factor. Depending on your budget and overall kitchen décor, it’s best to conduct a cost-benefit analysis before selecting your countertop material. The choice of countertops also influences the choice of sink. Ideally, both should be made from the same material to maintain visual appearance. Also, the kitchen sink and countertop should have a seamless joint, to prevent infestation by cockroaches and other insects. It also prevents countertop runoff from reaching the inside of the undercounter cabinet.

Since the sealant that bonds the kitchen sink surface to the countertop tends to wear off after a few years, it’s a good practice to reseal it regularly. The countertop should also be polished at least once a year, to maintain the shine of its surface. Work surfaces must be kept clean at all times to ensure hygienic cooking. There are several brands of kitchen cleaning fluids available to clean countertops. It’s best to use a sterilized wiping cloth to wipe down countertops before cooking each day. If any sauce or soup is spilled on the countertop, it should be wiped up immediately with a damp cloth or sponge to ensure that no stains form on the surface.