If you’ve got a baker in the family then we may have solved the question of which countertops are going to be right for your kitchen. Many people forget countertops are as much about function as they are about aesthetic. Granite isn’t just pretty, it’s sturdy. Quartz isn’t just a wonder to look at, it provides a necessary function.
When it comes to a baker’s dream kitchen, few countertop options shine quite as bright as quartz.
It’s not just about how sturdy and hard of a material it is, it’s also about the longevity of the material, how it interacts with ingredients you’re using, and a whole lot more. If you’ve been on the fence about which countertops to spring for, we’ve got you covered.
Below are some of the reasons quartz is the ideal countertop for the at-home baker in the kitchen.
Cooler Temperatures
One of the first things you’ll notice about quartz besides its smooth finish is how cool it is to the touch. It holds a naturally cooler temperature which makes it ideal for being used with low melt point ingredients like butter. It also makes dough easier to work with and cut into. It covers a lot of functional needs simply by just being.
Poreless
One big issue that comes with working with dough and other foods directly on the counter is the danger of staining or the danger of bacteria living inside the pores of counters getting into food. You don’t have that issue with quartz which is poreless and therefore pretty hard to stain with spilled ingredients. Further it doesn’t have all the nooks and crannies that bacteria love to hide in.
Easy Care
Quartz countertops never require chemical sealing and are generally a day-to-day breeze to maintain. A dampened microfiber cloth is all you need to keep them fresh and clean each day while dish soap can be used for some heartier cleaning projects. Ultimately, it’s incredibly easy to clean up after use and keep it looking pristine between uses. Baking is messy, but the clean-up is a real breeze.
Related Questions
Are quartz countertops real stone?
Quartz is a countertop material that mimics the look of a full real stone counter by being a combination of real stone and resin fused at a high temperature and high amount of pressure. It mimics the colors and patterns of countertops like marble and granite.
How durable is quartz?
Quartz is among the harder countertop materials you can purchase. You can cut dough directly on the counter no problem and it can even handle some dropped rolling pins. It can even take the heat of hot plates and sharp knives.
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