Here are some of the outdoor kitchen countertop materials you could think about using.
Are you getting a new outdoor kitchen built for your home? This can be a fantastic investment, as outdoor kitchens give more usability to your outdoor landscape, while also providing you a space to cook your favorite meals without being cramped inside. One part of an outdoor kitchen you’ll have to consider is the countertop. It’s where you’ll be preparing/serving your food, so the type of countertop you get is of great importance. Here are some of the outdoor kitchen countertop materials you could think about using.
Granite
Granite is one of the more common materials you could choose for your outdoor kitchen countertop. It has a nice aesthetic appeal to it, and also comes with very few maintenance requirements. There’s also the perk of its durability, as granite countertops are known to be quite strong, so they won’t get damaged very easily.
The durability of granite allows it to endure weather conditions rather well. On top of that, it can resist staining, scratching, and damage from high temperatures. The one notable downside is the upfront cost these types of countertops will often have, but you’ll get your money’s worth in the long term if you’re willing to put the money forward.
Soapstone
Soapstone is a non-porous material to use for an outdoor kitchen countertop. Since it’s non-porous, that means it fares well in outdoor climates. Soapstone is a material that doesn’t need to be sealed, though the surface can become darkened by liquids if you don’t clean your countertop properly.
Something to consider if you commit to a soapstone countertop is that soapstone is dark-colored by nature, meaning your color options will all be darker colors. If this harms the aesthetic of your outdoor kitchen, you may want to lean towards a different outdoor kitchen countertop material. Darker colors also absorb more heat, so soapstone countertops are better to install in shaded areas where the sun won’t make them too hot to use.
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