Acrylic benchtops
Acrylic benchtops are increasingly popular choice thanks to the creative freedom they offer, and thanks to the fact that they require very little in...
Timber benchtops
Timber has a uniquely 'warm' feel to it, is light, and can be shaped to suit any taste. Timber bench tops are prone to...
Engineered stone/quartz benchtops
Engineered stone (or composite stone, or quartz) benchtops are a type of man-made composite material. These types of benchtops are an affordable and greener...
Granite benchtops
Granite's not cheap and it does have its shortcomings (including a fair bit of maintenance), but it's highly prized for its looks, longevity and...
Laminate benches
Laminate is incredibly popular - and not just because it's so affordable. Laminate is long-lasting, easy to maintain, and can be made in all...
How to clean kitchen benches
Taking proper care of your kitchen bench will help to ensure it maintains its looks and stays in shape - but different bench materials...
Benchtop costs and prices
The materials you choose for your kitchen benchtop will affect the price both in terms of the cost of the bench itself, and in...
Bench size, height and weight
Find out more about how thick and wide kitchen benches should normally be - and how much overhang is normally incorporated. Learn more about...
Kitchen bench regulations
There are some fairly well-defined rules when it comes to how kitchen benchtops should be installed. Read more about what these are.
Kitchen benches need...
How to choose a kitchen bench
Once your kitchen layout's been established, it’s time to choose a suitable benchtop; one that fits in with the aesthetic of the design, but...