A new affordable kitchen can still have luxury looks with laminate surfaces for 2023

Laminate is one of the most popular materials for worktops in the UK; no matter your style or kitchen design preference, laminate offers a budget-friendly alternative with the same luxury aesthetics found in higher-end products.

Easy to Maintain:

There are many benefits to investing in laminate worktops for your new kitchen, and the most appealing is how easy they are to clean and maintain, especially when compared to more premium alternatives.

Unlike expensive stone work surfaces, kitchen laminate countertops only require wiping down with a low-cost, everyday cleaner; this will ensure it stays looking fresh and clean. Also, laminated worktops don't need as much maintenance, unlike stone and wood, which require specialist premium cleaners, resealing and sanding down to ensure they continually look and perform their best, which can be costly.

Affordable:

Many favour the popular laminate kitchen surface, but arguably the most significant benefit is due to its affordability. Compared with other countertops such as granite, quartz, and wood, laminate is undoubtedly the most cost-effective solution, offering an approximate saving of 50% compared to a more superior option. Also, if you choose to update your kitchen laminate work surfaces in the future, laminate worktops will be relatively inexpensive compared to replacing them with granite, wood and quartz.

Durability:

The average person spends around three years of their life in the kitchen, and a significant proportion is cooking. Kitchen worktops are versatile zones where you can prepare breakfast, lunch and dinner, so you will need a durable surface to ensure it withstands continual daily use. Ask any kitchen planner, and they will agree; modern laminate is incredibly hardwearing and highly resistant to superficial damage, scratches, hot oil, and stains, making it perfect for the kitchen, preparation zone and dining area.

A Wide Range Of Modern Designs:

Laminate worktops are available in an extensive range of colours and finishes to suit your kitchen's theme and overall style, whether a modern kitchen or a more traditional Shaker kitchen design.

If you want to create a contemporary centrepiece or a more traditional and rustic area in your home, laminate is an excellent investment and easily affordable. Laminate can mimic wood, marble, and even stainless steel with clear, concise graphics and photo-quality finishes that are more advanced than ever. If you want an attractive yet cost-effective alternative, laminates offer limitless possibilities to suit all styles and purposes.

Hygenic:

According to a study by NSF International, 32% of kitchen worktops in the UK contain coliform bacteria, including E. coli. Countertops made with natural wood are more prone to harbouring bacteria as the wood grains are an ideal breeding ground for germs. On the other hand, laminate is more hygienic as it features a unique plastic coating that seals its MDF interior, making it difficult for bacteria to live and breed.

Spectra Square Edge Worktops are fully adaptable laminates for designing your kitchen worktops.

The edging style for your worktops, breakfast bars and central islands is imperative. Aesthetically, you want your kitchen to look exceptional from every possible angle, no matter the theme or style. Not only are the Spectra Square Edge Worktops made in Britain, but they offer a sustainable and eco-friendly product solution as standard. The countertops, breakfast bars and central islands use sustainable natural wood that is FSC approved. These are certified under the rules of the Forest Stewardship Council® and the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification.

Organic kitchen looks are in for 2023; why not explore wood effect surface laminates for a modern design?

Many people now opt for more natural, rustic and organic styles for kitchen design, but with a contemporary twist. They are choosing multi-use spaces that are modern, but that offer comfort and suit the everyday needs of a busy household, whether that's food preparation or entertainment. A natural kitchen design combines the most relevant and appealing features, making the ideal kitchen space an informal zone for everyday activities. For many, bringing a feel of the outdoors inside offers a genuinely inviting and warm ambience to relax in after a busy or stressful commute.

There are no right and wrong ways to create a natural look kitchen.

However, there are many best-selling kitchen worktop options to consider, helping you create balance and find what features and colours best suit your kitchen design's overall feel and theme. The Square Edge Spectra Cotswold Oak is an ideal natural material that works harmoniously with a broader organic kitchen design. The unmissable and alluring features of the wild Rustic Oak provide a raw and traditional aesthetic, perfect for a classic country or farmhouse-style kitchen theme where its more prominent style will further enhance and elevate the more conventional surroundings and furnishing. The modern and trendy appeal of the Grey British Oak is undeniable and widely in demand. The modern, fresh grey is incredibly versatile, popular with a contemporary kitchen design, timeless classics, and even more traditional. Also, the modern lighter hues in the Grey British Oak's aesthetics lend well to a lighter and more open plan style modern kitchen, where the worktops and not only a practical everyday kitchen necessity but also a highly visible and, at times, quite a central part of the kitchen area, dictating the overall ambience and feel.

View our stunning kitchen surfaces, samples, and Installation at our Plum Kitchen showroom.

Our professional, passionate, friendly team is always on hand and ready to discuss our attractive kitchen designs and styles to suit all budgets. Contact and schedule a consultation with one of our team members; they will guide you through the impressive range of kitchen surfaces and samples we have on display, and they'll talk you through what to expect from your Plum kitchen installation. They will also discuss our famous and widely sought-after "complete package", covering everything from kitchen design, Installation, plumbing and electrical work. On top of all this, we can remove your unwanted kitchen and appliances. All are part of the Plum service! Whatever style you choose, be it modern, classic or traditional, our team are ready and waiting to guide you around our stunning Worcestershire kitchen showroom. Our new kitchen showroom can be easily reached from the M42. In an easy distance from Solihull, Kings Heath, South Birmingham, Barnt Green, Alvechurch, Redditch and Bromsgrove.