Our hardwearing and water-resistant Laminate kitchen worktops are cost-effective, making them a practical solution for busy family kitchens. Laminate work surfaces are available in a variety of colours, and are constructed from high-quality materials that provide an excellent finish to last for many years. Laminate worktops are available in following thickness: 22mm, 28mm, 38mm, 40mm. See our matching collection of Laminate Worktop Upstands.
The Pros of Laminate Worktops
- Low Cost. They are the least expensive type of worktops on the market.
- Durable. Despite being low cost Laminate countertops are highly resistant to scratching, heat & staining.
- Low maintenance. Clean with a cloth and mild detergent.
- Easy and low cost installation. Unlike natural stone that requires costly installation by specialist fabricators, Laminate Worktops are quick and easy to fit, requiring basic DIY skills.
- Many choices of colours and finishes. Laminates have the widest range of different colours and finishes to cater for every kitchen style preference.
- Often hard to tell apart from stone and wood. Thanks to recent advances in HD printing techniques, some Laminates are so realistic at mimicking the look of natural stone (marble, granite or quartz) and wood that it’s almost impossible to tell they are Laminate
The Cons of Laminate Worktops
- Must be treated with care. Chopping boards should always be used to protect the surface from potential damage.
- Laminate worktops are not so resistant to high heat, so it is important that hot pans are not left on their surface.
- Can be damaged by water ingress. There’s always the risk that water could penetrate one of the joints causing the chipboard inside to blow.
