{"id":2767,"date":"2019-05-18T11:25:18","date_gmt":"2019-05-18T10:25:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/?p=2767"},"modified":"2023-05-17T15:26:54","modified_gmt":"2023-05-17T14:26:54","slug":"whens-the-best-time-to-replace-your-kitchen-worktops","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/whens-the-best-time-to-replace-your-kitchen-worktops\/","title":{"rendered":"When\u2019s the best time to replace your kitchen worktops?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Even the most durable of laminate kitchen worktops<\/strong><\/a> won\u2019t last forever, so you may well find there comes a time when you decide you have to replace them. Telling exactly when to do so, though, can be a challenge in itself! Below, we\u2019ve listed a couple of key circumstances and signs to look out for, all of which should give you a better idea of when\u2019s the most opportune time to replace your laminate kitchen worktops.<\/p>\n

1. When they start to crack<\/h2>\n

While you can expect to have your kitchen worktops<\/strong><\/a> give you years (even decades) of reliable service, there will eventually come a time when they\u2019ll start to show the signs of their age. One of these is quite dramatic, in that you may start spotting visible cracks along their surface. This is not only unappealing to look at, but poses a health risk, too. Dust, dirt, food particles and other various bits of detritus can become lodged in there, which can lead to bacteria starting to accumulate. Given that you\u2019re preparing food on there, it\u2019s far from ideal! If you start noticing cracks in your laminate worktops, it\u2019s probably time to start thinking about replacing them.<\/p>\n

2. When you notice other signs of visible damage<\/h2>\n

Let\u2019s be honest, we all spill stuff from time to time. You\u2019d have to be a superhuman not to. Happily, most of the time, this doesn\u2019t leave permanent damage on our kitchen worktops<\/strong><\/a>, especially since laminate is so easy to clean. But if it happens enough times, or the substance itself is particularly acidic or corrosive, it can start eventually leave stains that don\u2019t quite fade. Red wine, coffee and beetroot or lemon juice can all be major culprits for this!<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, laminate surfaces can be permanently marked by setting hot pans down on top of them. Sometimes, these can be smoothed over, or fade on their own, but not always! This sort of irreparable damage isn\u2019t necessarily a danger, but can be an eyesore in an otherwise perfectly maintained kitchen.<\/p>\n

3. You\u2019re considering a kitchen refresh<\/h2>\n

Of course, not all worktops<\/strong><\/a> are worn down to the proverbial bones before they have to be replaced. You might simply be considering an update of your kitchen, or at least an overhaul to its look. Your cabinets, doors and worktops are some of the biggest influences on your kitchen\u2019s overall style, but if for whatever reason you\u2019ve decided not to do the cabinets and doors (it can all be quite an expensive task in one go, after all), you might be surprised at how big of a change you can make simply by replacing your worktops!<\/p>\n

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4. You\u2019re preparing to sell your house<\/h2>\n

Spring and summer can be a very popular time of year for house sales, which makes this a particularly relevant one right now! If you\u2019re selling your home and your kitchen worktops<\/strong><\/a> are outdated or damaged, it can be a very smart move to get them replaced. True, it is another cost you\u2019ll have to deal with, but it\u2019s worth bearing in mind that the kitchen is one of the major rooms upon which buyers base their decisions. If it\u2019s looking outdated or in poor repair, that could very easily affect your chances of a sale! Replacing them could not only increase your sale chances, but could even raise the value of your house. It\u2019s worth considering!<\/p>\n

Laminate kitchen worktops make up part of our core product of offering here at Savoy Timber, and we\u2019ve got an amazing range of worktops for you to choose from. In inventory spans from the ultra-thin 12.5mm solid compact worktops<\/a><\/strong> (always a stylish option!) all the way to the impressive high-gloss kitchen worktops<\/a><\/strong>. You can browse them right here on our site, or alternatively pay a visit to one of our DIY stores in Preston, Wigan or Blackpool, where our friendly members of staff are always happy to lend a hand!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Even the most durable of laminate kitchen worktops won\u2019t last forever, so you may well find there comes a time when you decide you have to replace them. Telling exactly when to do so, though, can be a challenge in itself! Below, we\u2019ve listed a couple of key circumstances and signs to look out for, […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":14,"featured_media":188,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nWhen\u2019s the best time to replace your kitchen worktops? - Savoy Timber<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Even laminate kitchen worktops don't last forever! 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