The main object of attention in the kitchen is a kitchen set. An equally important role in this subject of furniture is played by the countertop. This working area must meet all the necessary standards and requirements in addition to this, the countertop should have an aesthetic appearance. The price of stone countertops is quite impressive, but you can not spend extra money and make it with your own hands.
What material can you make a countertop from:
Concrete
Artificial stone or acrylic
Ceramic tiles
Froze and a tabletop project
After the material for the countertop is selected, it is necessary to determine the size and configuration of the product. If the countertop is rectangular, then there will be no difficulties. And if the form is non -standard, you will have to tinker. The main thing is to measure everything exactly so that the work is not in vain. If the old headset changes, then you can remove the size from the existing countertop. If a new one is mounted, then you need to take measurements from the base and take into account all the standards accepted for kitchen furniture. The depth of the countertop should not be less than 600 mm. To begin with, it is worth drawing a project on paper, and then make a cardboard layout in order to clearly see how the finished product will look, evaluate the loyalty of calculations.
Concrete countertop
Before you start manufacturing from concrete, it is necessary to make a frame. It is recommended to take a strong base for this, the surface should be glossy. You can take plywood or laminated chipboard. From this, the material, relying on the layout, is applied to the layout, we must not forget to take into account the holes that may be necessary. But, they can be done after manufacturing. Concrete is poured into the frame, for which it can be previously tinted with a tint to add a certain shade. It is not necessary to strengthen the product, but if desired, you can reinforce it. Upon completion of work, you need to leave concrete 2-3 days until it dries completely. After that, the frame is removed, and the countertop is cleaned, wiped, polished and can be installed.
Acrylic countertops
The manufacture of artificial stone countertops is not difficult. First you need to purchase a workpiece. It is very easy to care for such a surface, but still you need to follow some care rules. For installation, it will be necessary to make a frame, since the thickness of the acrylic will be not enough and the countertop will bend. You can take plywood as a basis. The base and acrylic workpiece must be fastened using special glue. After the countertop dries, the ends need to be decorated with strips of acrylic, prepared in advance.
Ceramic countertop
This surface is more suitable for the bathroom, but in the kitchen it can be mounted. To do this, you need to make the basis, the material must be taken as a moisture -resistant. Particular attention should be paid to the end of the countertops, the width should be at least 5 cm., So it will be easier to decorate. For decor, you can use tiles or metal edging, laminated stripes, etc. D. The basis must be well primed, and then lay the tile using special glue. For the manufacture of countertops, it is recommended to take flat tiles, without any bulges and decor. Gaps also do not need to be done, the surface should be visually solid. After drying, the seams must be wiped and treated with a special tool. Ultimately, a fairly durable working surface will turn out, but you will have to get used to its irregularities.