{"id":2450,"date":"2017-02-14T20:07:31","date_gmt":"2017-02-14T12:07:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/glutenfreepleasure.com\/__proxy_domain\/www.stoneamperor.com.sg\/?p=2450"},"modified":"2024-03-26T14:13:02","modified_gmt":"2024-03-26T06:13:02","slug":"how-to-choose-countertop-thickness","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/glutenfreepleasure.com\/__proxy_domain\/www.stoneamperor.com.sg\/how-to-choose-countertop-thickness\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Choose the Right Countertop Thickness for Your Home."},"content":{"rendered":"

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Stone suppliers in Singapore<\/em> carry a wide range of kitchen tops. From natural stone like <\/span>granite<\/a><\/strong>,<\/span> marble<\/a> <\/strong>and sandstone to solid surface kitchen tops and engineered<\/span> quartz stone<\/a><\/strong>, each type of stone has its advantages and disadvantages depending on the desired aesthetic tastes and functionality. So how do you choose the right thickness for your countertop?<\/span><\/p>\n

In previous articles we\u2019ve discussed the physical characteristics of different kitchen countertop<\/em><\/strong> stones. Depending on each homeowner\u2019s individual lifestyle and expectations, different types of stone would work best. Today, we\u2019ll take a look at the different thicknesses of countertops<\/em> in production, their advantages and disadvantages.<\/span><\/p>\n

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10-13mm, or about 1\/2 inch countertops.<\/span><\/h2>\n

One of the first questions a stone supplier’ll ask you is the thickness you want. While thicker stones are preferred for their dramatic but minimalist look especially for<\/span> natural stone<\/a><\/strong> or<\/span> quartz<\/a><\/strong>, thin<\/span> countertops<\/a> <\/strong>have several advantages that any smart homeowner should consider carefully.<\/span>
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Thinner and lighter.<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

The biggest advantage that thin, 10-13mm countertops provide is lightness. Gravity does nasty things to a heavy slab that\u2019s hanging off a surface, and trying to fasten it vertically would be a technical impossibility without special support systems in place.<\/span><\/p>\n

In many applications where the slabs hang freely and unsupported, excessive weight would jeopardize the structural integrity of the piece if special load-bearing or anchoring system is not in place. They are also much easier to work with and handle and do not require eight people just to move a slab from the ground floor up to your place.<\/span><\/p>\n

Stone Italiana Quartz carries exceptional 13mm quartz kitchen tops in three types of finishes: polished, rock face, and grain.<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n

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Thinner Slabs, Such As In The Range Of 10-13 Mm, Are Ideal For Vertical Surfaces Such As The Waterfall Edge Seen Here.<\/Span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Thinner slabs, such as in the range of 10-13 mm, are ideal for vertical surfaces such as the waterfall edge seen here.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Floating Counters, Waterfall Edges and more.<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

Thin countertops are a lot lighter than thick slabs, which makes it possible to build special applications. These include vertical surfaces such as feature walls, fuller backsplashes, and waterfall edges. The sides of a kitchen island is a good example where waterfall edges have a nice touch.<\/span><\/p>\n

Thin slabs also make it possible to build floating counters that are minimally supported by a foundation. Thin and light countertop slabs are also easier to cut and shape, which lends them suitability for integration work such as installing a kitchen sink.<\/span><\/p>\n

If necessary, thin slabs can be laminated around a lightweight core material such as wood. This makes the countertop thicker without adding too much weight.<\/span><\/p>\n

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13mm to 20mm <\/span>Quartz Countertops<\/span> from Italy \u2013 \u00a0Best Stone Suppliers in Singapore.<\/span><\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n

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Thicker, 20-30 mm countertop thicknesses are best suited for the kitchen, which sees a lot of traffic and activity.<\/span><\/p>\n

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More kitchen top edge profiling options.<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

In addition, the extra material provided by thicker countertops gives homeowners more options for\u00a0kitchen top edge profiling<\/em>\u00a0and fashions. You cannot cut deep curves into thin laminated countertops without biting into the laminated core.<\/span><\/p>\n

Edge profiles aren\u2019t just for aesthetic purposes. For safety reasons, many interior designers and homeowners opt for the<\/span> bullnose<\/a> <\/strong>edge profile, which is not something you want to accidentally hit.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\n3)<\/span> 10 KITCHEN TIPS AND TRICKS TO MAKE YOUR LIFE 10 X EASIER <\/strong><\/span><\/a>
\n4)\u00a0 Daily Kitchen Cleaning Routine – by Clean My Space<\/span><\/p>\n

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