White countertop in the interior of the kitchen

One of the finishing touches for the arrangement of the kitchen is the choice of the countertop. It is she who covers the floor cabinets of the kitchen set and serves as a work surface for the hostess. The worktop should not only meet all quality requirements, but also successfully complement the design of the kitchen environment. Among the variety of color solutions, everyone can choose an option to their liking. However, the most popular color for the manufacture of countertops can be safely called white.

White countertops hardly go out of style. They allow you to create a stylish space, and in the case of a small kitchen, also add space to it. They are appreciated for their versatility and relevance in almost any interior. By combining them with other elements of your kitchen, you can achieve different visual effects. In an ensemble with the usual calm colors, classic interior options are obtained, and with bright ones - more modern ones.

White countertops are available in a variety of textures. They are smooth, rough and even crumbly. The shades are also varied - snow-white, vanilla, ivory and others. White countertops may have small splashes. If it is made of marble or imitates it, then the veins give it a more interesting look, and small dirt on such a coating will not be so visible.

The disadvantage of a snow-white countertop is obvious - during operation, it can lose its original gloss. If other elements of the kitchen interior have a boiling white color, then later they will not look so harmonious together. Therefore, you can choose the countertop to match other colors used in the design of your kitchen space.

The traditional option is a combination of brown, beige or wood furniture with a white countertop. It does not "hurt the eye", it looks appropriate and relevant in most kitchens. By choosing neutral shades for the rest of the surfaces, you create a cozy environment in which to spend time with your family.

Some people like the current combination of a white countertop with a headset of the same color. When a room is decorated only in red or green, it looks too extravagant, but white can look very stylish.

Headsets, where a white countertop is adjacent to a bright facade, are often found in modern design projects. In this combination, it emphasizes the saturation of the contrasting shade and allows the kitchen to be related to other white furnishings.

There are several materials, from which white countertops can be made:

• laminated MDF and chipboard;
• natural stone (marble, granite, quartz);
• wood;
• fake diamond;
• ceramics.

Laminated countertops made of MDF and chipboard are very popular not only among Russian consumers, but all over the world. Such products belong to the budget options, among them there are the lightest shades. They have many virtues. First of all, this is a rather high practicality and an affordable price.Minus one and very insignificant - this is not the most environmentally friendly composition.

Natural white marble is a rather expensive material with a beautiful natural pattern. Despite its status, it is not that practical in the kitchen. You cannot put a hot saucepan, and even more so a frying pan on such a countertop, you cannot clean it with harsh means, and it is not recommended to fill it with water. It is especially dangerous to spill coloring liquids, such as wine, on such products.

Stones such as quartz, basalt or granite are more convenient in this respect. Products made from these minerals are particularly durable, wear-resistant, because even bar counters are made of them. They can preserve their appearance even with not very careful operation, the main task is to find really light versions of products from these breeds.

Wood is a moody material. Thanks to him, kitchens acquire an expensive and noble look. White wood cabinets and worktops create an especially warm homely atmosphere. But constant polishing and waxing make such products not the most convenient to use.

Artificial or acrylic stone is also called Corian. This is a medium-priced material available to many buyers. These cast designs are very practical. They also allow manufacturers to experiment with shape. The glossy smooth surface is not prone to moisture absorption and the appearance of fungus, which is a huge plus for any kitchen.

Ceramic models are very expensive, but they have all sorts of advantages. These are: practicality, impact resistance, high aesthetics. Such products, reminiscent of marble, are devoid of its disadvantages. In addition, there are copyright copies with photo printing, which allows you to create unique interior items that make the kitchen one of a kind.

The shapes of the countertops can vary depending on the design of the cabinets or the taste of the customer. These can be classic rectangular, rounded, wavy models. The latter look very unusual and allow you to make a truly extraordinary kitchen.

Glossy countertops surfaces are more suitable for futurism, minimalism, hi-tech styles. The shapes of such models can be the most bizarre, not fitting into traditional ideas about the appearance of a kitchen countertop.

Matte countertops - natural natural stone and wood, as well as artificial surfaces with imitation of marble and wood - never lose their relevance. Adherents of the classics will rather prefer the second option in everything.

Now let's talk about how harmoniously the kitchen elements complement each other. Of course, no one forbids you to put a white countertop in the kitchen that does not go well with anything. But nevertheless, it will fit into the interior more organically if it overlaps with other elements of the decor.

You can select a countertop for different interior items.

• Headset under the facade. The main thing is that in this way your kitchen does not turn into one white spot. To do this, you need to make bright accents. A contrasting apron or objects of other colors installed on the countertop will be very useful.

• To match the color of the cabinets. When several colors are used in the headset, and the cabinets are white, then the countertop in the same color will look quite harmonious. This is easier to do than in the case of bright colors, when it can be difficult to guess the right tone.

• Under the apron. A very simple and successful option that creates a solid angle between the countertop and the wall. This design looks great in any kitchen.

• Under the floor. Few of the housewives dare to make a light floor in the kitchen.But if you have chosen such a room design, then together with a white countertop they will look great.

• Under the windowsill. We are talking about kitchen sets installed near the window. Then the window sill becomes a logical continuation of the countertop. Both elements are executed from a single array.

• Under the table. These two horizontal surfaces (dining table and table top) complement each other well if they are made in the same range. The design will be especially beautiful if the shades match.

Popular laminated MDF or chipboard countertops are easy to clean with water and detergent. There are no particular restrictions on their choice, since the plastic coating is resistant to any components. If there is heavy dirt, an alcohol-based glass cleaner will do. The only things to avoid are various cleaning powders. They can contain active salts, scratch a smooth surface with abrasives, and with regular use, such compounds can completely render the countertop unusable.

Separately, it is worth noting the joint with the sink. If you do not wipe the water there, then the edge of the massif will swell quite quickly, perhaps even a fungus will appear there. If you have a decorative skirting board that is glued to the junction of the countertop and the wall, pay attention to it too. Due to the constant presence of moisture on it, the formation of mold is also possible.

Wooden countertops are a beautiful, solid and environmentally friendly element of the kitchen, but they require particularly careful maintenance. Unfortunately, these models most often change color over time. Even their regular rubbing with wax does not save from this. If you notice that something has spilled onto the surface, then you need to immediately remove the stain before it is absorbed. Products made of this noble but impractical material are washed with detergent and a sponge, and then dried thoroughly, otherwise the tabletop will swell.

Granite and artificial stone are unpretentious materials, but you should not put hot mugs and pots on such products - traces may remain. Try not to use detergents for as long as possible, limiting yourself to water. The main thing is to remove dirt as soon as it appears. When using detergents, they gradually penetrate the pores. Because of this, the surface loses its original purity and beauty.

Expensive ceramics are a great option. It does not swell from moisture and tolerates heavy and sharp objects well. Weakly acidic and slightly alkaline products are suitable even for daily care of such a countertop.

Many housewives are wondering whether it is worth buying a white countertop. Reviews of the owners of such elements of the headset in most cases indicate that with adequate care, this is an excellent option for the kitchen. White and its shades refresh the room, make it lighter and more spacious. Other nuances depend on the material from which a particular tabletop is made and its quality. As already mentioned, products made of artificial stone retain their appearance longer than those of marble or wood.

If you still doubt whether to opt for a more practical color, one fact is worth noting. According to hostesses, dark countertops are not the most practical. In fact, on them traces of scratches or dirt can be striking no less than on light ones.

Regardless of the color, you should not cut food directly on the countertop, it is better to use a cutting board for this. No matter how high the characteristics of this or that material, such a surface is not intended for sawing with a knife.

Thus, we can conclude that white is the source of light and cleanliness in the room. Feel free to use a light countertop made of any material, it will definitely give your kitchen a fresh and sophisticated look. The main thing is to treat it with care, not to use aggressive acidic or powder products with abrasive particles, which can sooner or later spoil the appearance of any material.

For an overview of the white countertop in the kitchen, see the video below.