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19 sectionsContents
- Kitchen countertops
- Laboratory countertops
- Materials
- Natural stone
- Wood
- High-pressure laminates
- Post-formed plastic laminate
- Self edge or wood edge laminate
- Crafted glass
- Tile
- Solid surface materials
- Engineered quartz surfacing
- Concrete
- Cultured marble
- Paper composites
- Other materials
- Sink installation
- See also
- References
thumb|A stainless steel countertop
A countertop, also counter top, counter, benchtop, worktop (British English) or kitchen bench (Australian or New Zealand English), bunker (Scottish English) is a raised, firm, flat, and horizontal surface. They are built for work in kitchens or other food preparation areas, bathrooms or lavatories, and workrooms in general. The surface is frequently installed upon and supported by cabinets, positioned at an ergonomic height for the user and the particular task for which it is designed. A countertop may be constructed of various materials with different attributes of functionality, durability and aesthetics, and may have built-in appliances, or accessory items relative to the intended application.