Monday, 30 December 2013

Why Marble Worktops Are A Great Choice For Your Home

By Ania Stan


Marble is the more affordable option for those wanting an elegant and stylish worktop made out of natural hard wearing material. It is softer than granite and therefore not as expensive, but marble can be manufactured into a mix with granite. It is also a lot cheaper than quartz. There are many decent benefits of marble worktops to consider:

* Widely available - You will be able to get marble at most stone masons and worktop manufacturers, whereas quartz is less available and more expensive as it is considered more specialist.

* Stylish and attractive - Marble will add a touch of class to any kitchen or bathroom due to its particular aesthetic qualities. It is naturally formed so comes in a generally white or creamy shade which is appealing as it adds brightness to a room and makes it look larger. Marble has veining throughout which means each piece has a unique pattern.

* Heat resistant - Marble doesn't conduct heat - it stays cool which means a marble worktop is ideal for making dough or pastry. Its high heat resistance means you can put hot plates or pans on the surface, though ideally a mat should be placed underneath a hot pan to preserve the quality and appearance of the marble for longer.

* Low maintenance - Marble is porous which means it is vulnerable to staining from liquids, especially acidic liquids. Marble can be polished and sealed, like granite so that is more hard wearing. The only other maintenance needed is regular cleaning with warm water and mild detergent. A marble worktop will last many years with this minimum maintenance.

A marble worktop is a stylish and and chic choice that also has great practical benefits. Marble is not as expensive as quartz or granite, so it is the more economical way to get a quality worktop. For a more unified look in your bathroom or kitchen, you can get marble tiles.

A marble worktop should last for many years as long as you maintain it by resealing the surface every 6 to 12 months. Ensure that when purchasing a marble worktop, you receive expert advice so that you know exactly how your worktop will fit in your home and you have something that will suit its style.




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