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Your kitchen worktops<\/strong><\/a> make up arguably the most important aspect of your kitchen \u2013 not only are they essential for cooking and preparing meals, but their look dictates your kitchen\u2019s entire style. Of course, this all means that when the time comes to get them replaced (or newly installed), it\u2019s by no means an easy decision. So, to help that process as smooth as possible for you, our experts here at Savoy Timber have compiled five questions you absolutely have to ask before you finally commit to your new laminate kitchen worktops<\/a><\/strong>. Trust us, you\u2019re saving yourself a lot of bother in the long run!<\/p>\n

1. What\u2019s my budget?<\/h2>\n

To be honest, it\u2019s unlikely anyone\u2019s ever really going to overlook this point, but it\u2019s such a crucial stage that it wouldn\u2019t make sense for us to gloss over it ourselves. \u2018Preparing a budget\u2019 can mean different things for different people \u2013 for some, it means doing a detailed cost analysis using multiple spreadsheets, whereas for others it just means checking how much money\u2019s currently under the mattress (figuratively or literally).<\/p>\n

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Whatever works for you, but we will say that like any home project, you need to have a good idea of how much you\u2019re willing to spend. If you\u2019re renovating your entire kitchen from scratch, it can be irritating to overspend on worktops<\/strong><\/a> and then have to skimp on cabinetry.<\/p>\n

2. What sort of layout have I got available?<\/h2>\n

If you\u2019re building your kitchen from scratch, it\u2019s important not to get ahead of yourself. Having \u2018a good idea\u2019 of what goes where is a start, but we\u2019d definitely advise having your kitchen layout set in stone (so to speak) before you get started in earnest on buying new kitchen worktops<\/strong><\/a>. You can always explore looks and styles as you sort out your measurements, but we\u2019d hold off on placing your order until you\u2019ve got the finer details all ironed out.<\/p>\n

The advantage of laminate kitchen worktops is the flexibility in their installation \u2013 laminate is one of the few materials that can be cut and fitted by a DIY enthusiast, rather than a professional. Plus, when you know the measurements of your space, our we can cut it to size with our professional jointing and fabrication service<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

3. How much cleaning am I willing to do?<\/h2>\n

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Another beautiful aspect to laminate kitchen worktops<\/strong><\/a> is that they\u2019re exceptionally easy to clean \u2013 far more so than other natural materials like wood or stone. So the question is not the ease or efficiency of the cleaning itself, but simply how often you\u2019re willing to do it. Remember, if you\u2019re going for lighter options for your laminate kitchen worktops, they\u2019re going to show up marks and stains far more easily than darker options, so you\u2019ll need to be quick off the mark (pardon the pun) if you want to keep your worktops looking spotless.<\/p>\n

This can be tricky in a busy family home, or if you\u2019ve got skittish pets (like cats, for example). We\u2019re not saying anything against bright contemporary laminate kitchen worktops \u2013 we\u2019ve got a wide selection of them here at Savoy Timber, after all \u2013 but you may find they require a bit more investment of time than darker shaded worktops, depending on exactly how house-proud you are.<\/p>\n

4. What sort of edge profile should I choose?<\/h2>\n

If you\u2019re wondering \u201cwhat is an edge profile?\u201d \u2013 it\u2019s essentially the fabricated detail along the edge of your worktop. We\u2019ve provided a quick guide to a couple of different edge profiles in this previous post<\/a><\/strong>. It\u2019s often underestimated in terms of its role within your kitchen. It can have an effect on style \u2013 industrial kitchens, for example, frequently make use of ABS square edges<\/a><\/strong> to achieve that raw, powerhouse feel. But it\u2019s a practical consideration too; if you\u2019ve got a family, square edge worktops can be downright dangerous for younger children if they\u2019re known for running about at full pelt. Instead, most parents prefer to go for rounded options like the bullnose edge profile, which can quite literally take the edge off any accidents.<\/p>\n

5. What sort of style do I want?<\/h2>\n

Ah, this is the big question! If you\u2019re wondering where to start, you can think about the style or period of your home. Do you want to be faithful to that, or go for something completely different? Lots of people separate the two main styles into traditional and modern, but within that you\u2019ve also got more specific styles like contemporary, industrial or farmhouse \u2013 or any combination of the above!<\/p>\n

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Again, this is where laminate kitchen worktops really shine. If you\u2019re thinking about stone worktops<\/strong><\/a>, our stone-effect options\u00a0(like our Onyx Olympus 30mm laminate\u00a0worktop<\/a><\/strong>, above) can give your kitchen exactly the look you want, without demanding the intensive care and maintenance of the real thing. And if you can\u2019t make a decision, it\u2019s worth noting that combining worktops is very on-trend, so you might even be able to have your cake and eat it, too! (Although whoever buys a cake without eating it, we have no idea.)<\/p>\n

Here at Savoy Timber, we\u2019ve got a vast range of kitchen worktops<\/a><\/strong> for you to choose from. You can start browsing our range right here on our website, or stop by any of our superstores in Preston, Blackpool or Wigan to see our worktops in the flesh. Don\u2019t forget, our friendly members of staff are always about to lend a hand if you need it!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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