countertops
Where you chop
Countertops are the flat work surfaces in kitchens and bathrooms, typically mounted on cabinets at waist height.
Materials range from laminate to granite to quartz: We're replacing the old countertops with butcher block.
The singular countertop can describe the surface itself or function as an adjective: a countertop appliance.
Igneous rock, quartz-rich
- quartzCrystalline silicon dioxide
- marbleRecrystallized limestone rock
- laminateBond thin layers together
- butcherblockThick laminated wood surface
concrete · soapstone · stainless · porcelain · terrazzo · slate · travertine · quartzite
Water-bounded land mass
- peninsulaLand almost encircled by water
- cabinetryFine woodwork furniture craft
- sinkBasin with drain
- faucetValve controlling water flow
cooktop · workspace · appliances · backsplash · drop-in · trivets
Boundary or sharpness
- profileSide-facing outline
- backsplashKitchen wall covering
- seamJoined fabric edge
- cutoutShape removed from material
overhang · finish · bullnose · beveled · ogee · waterfall · undermount · apron
Preset pattern for reproduction
- measureUnit of quantity
- levelHorizontal or uniform position
- siliconeFlexible synthetic polymer
- adhesiveMaterial that bonds objects
sealant · caulk · epoxy · shims · brackets · cutout · seam · fabricator
Making impermeable
- cleaningRemoving dirt and mess
- polishingSmoothing by friction
- buffingFriction-based shine work
- resealingClosing something once more
disinfecting · conditioning · waxing · honing · resurfacing · refinishing
Unaffected by high temperatures
- scratch-resistantImpervious to abrasion
- stain-resistantRepels marks and discoloration
- nonporousLacking absorbent openings
- waterproofImpervious to moisture
hardness · longevity · wear-resistant · impact-resistant · UV-resistant · low-maintenance · antibacterial · hygienic
granite
Igneous rock, quartz-rich
- quartzCrystalline silicon dioxide
- marbleRecrystallized limestone rock
- laminateBond thin layers together
butcherblock · concrete · soapstone · stainless · porcelain · terrazzo · slate · travertine · quartzite · bamboo
island
Water-bounded land mass
faucet · cooktop · workspace · appliances · backsplash · drop-in · trivets
edge
Boundary or sharpness
- profileSide-facing outline
- backsplashKitchen wall covering
- seamJoined fabric edge
cutout · overhang · finish · bullnose · beveled · ogee · waterfall · undermount · apron · radius
template
Preset pattern for reproduction
adhesive · sealant · caulk · epoxy · shims · brackets · cutout · seam · fabricator · fitting
sealing
Making impermeable
resealing · disinfecting · conditioning · waxing · honing · resurfacing · refinishing
heat-resistant
Unaffected by high temperatures
- scratch-resistantImpervious to abrasion
- stain-resistantRepels marks and discoloration
- nonporousLacking absorbent openings
waterproof · hardness · longevity · wear-resistant · impact-resistant · UV-resistant · low-maintenance · antibacterial · hygienic
- Home improvementpainting, flooring, tiling, fence building, shelving
- kitchen componentsworktops, cabinet doors, lazy susans, mixer taps, open shelving
- marble usesCarrara, flooring, tiles, sculptures, columns
- housekitchen, bathroom, bedroom, living room, dining room
- interior designdecor, furniture, color schemes, color scheme, floor plans
- hardware storeslumber, plywood, nails, screws, bolts
- countertop ovenPortable cooking box
- marble countertop
- concrete countertopsSolid poured kitchen surfaces
- countertop gadgetSmall cooking area device
- countertop applianceCooking device for surfaces
- countertop blenderAppliance for pureeing ingredients