Cabinet materials and veneers
These days, cabinets can be made from all kinds of materials - either as veneers or as solid materials. Find out more about the...
Kitchen cabinets or carcasses
Find out what kitchen cabinets are made of, how they're put together, what parts they involve, and what sorts of options you have when...
Marble benchtops
Marble looks amazing, is durable, and is highly prized in high-end kitchens. Having said that, it also requires a considerable amount of care, and...
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...