Snow-Colored Concrete Countertops Are Just Up to the Season

Let’s take it in general first

If you are a white color junkie, and you want to observe clean lines in your kitchen, which will create illusion of visually bigger room than it really is. White color makes an ordinary and traditional kitchen look more contemporary.

We have already learned from articles about concrete countertops: their pros, types of countertops, materials for countertops, rules to choose the right countertops and even the experts’ sayings about concrete countertops.

But let’s look deeper and find out what the potential drawbacks of white kitchen concrete countertops are.

For instance, white concrete countertops are stains resistant, and, therefore, it is very important to clean spills immediately after their appearance on the surface of a concrete counter. You should be very proactive and wipe stains and spills at once, especially when it is about wine and acids.

By the reason of light & bright countertops quality, white concrete countertops are very hurtable to scratches. Many homeowners are sure that patina and character effect is achieved by appearing of scratches. But if we ask perfectionists the same question, the may beg for difference.

As a rule, white countertops often astonish us with luxurious feel, but you don’t have to use only marble or granite to achieve such effect. Such materials like quartz or acrylic composites also make surfaces attractive and very durable, and provide wide range of white color shades, but they are not as cheap as concrete countertops are. Bright colors, like green, blue and red, are a rage when it is to make accents in the ordinary kitchen, but homeowners might be searching for something more ageless.

If you want something more classic-looking that will survive the test of time and appeal to the potential future homeowners but won’t be repulsive, think about not bold but more natural shades of colors, like soft green or bright white. The first will make a complementary effect, and the last one will bring a dramatic look to the interior.

Though quantity of kitchen concrete countertops colors, available on Concrete Countertop Solutions website, often creates a difficult process of selection for those homeowners who are remodeling, the good news is that you’ve got a color palette that is ideal for your interior. Just remember to consider something more before investing, meaning other surfaces: cabinets, floors, backsplashes, and etc.

White concrete countertops are in-high-demand option for those who look for a clean, ageless look that has a modern and stunning effect; white countertops visually enlarge space and that is an awesome option for kitchens. A fresh and eco-friendly way to bring some more color to kitchen is adding recycled glass. After this decorative remnant is added to cement mix in DIY concrete countertops, it makes the colors more reflective, texture becomes a stone-like; in one word such countertop is getting more and more interesting for homeowners.

So, we may say, that white concrete countertops have very affordable price, but at the same time they has durable and elegant characteristics in equal measures comparing to marble.

Concrete countertops bring a great patina effect to any home. But when one decides on a color of the kitchen, that patina might seem a little too much for the kitchen interior. For those customers who like luxury, clean lines of marble, we’d like to say that white concrete countertops cost less, but require less maintenance.

Granite composition makes it almost impossible to achieve a pure white color. The beauty of granite countertops (especially white granite) is in all those variations, dark and light flecks and striations, as they add some "personal" traits and interest to the surface of the countertop. At the same time, white concrete countertops nature is also interrelated and complementary. White suits to a wide range of colors and no matter what effect you want to achieve – a black-and-white contrast or a slow-flow from white to neutral beige – you will have a good result for sure. On top of that, white color never goes out of style, and its look is always sophisticated and clean.

Because of being made of concrete, it can be cleaned with soap solution and soft cloth that will not scrub the surface. Products that contain ammonia should not be used at all; such products are to be used only for laminated surfaces. Abrasive cleaners are also not good, as they may leave undesirable scratches. The same cuts and scratches may be left after knife, for example. Thus, don’t ever cut food directly on the surface of DIY concrete countertops: you should use a cutting board instead to avoid damage of the countertop. Replacing a cutting board is much easier than replacing the entire concrete counter.

Keep in mind that dark spots may appear in case you put a hot pan or a pot directly on the concrete countertop surface. There are lots of devices in the shops to be used instead, like thermos-insulated stands that will provide your surface with tidiness and unspoiled appearance.

As for the daily care, you may be sure those white concrete countertops are absolutely unpretentious. Use a paper towel (or soft cloth, but dry) or a soft sponge to take everyday care of the surface.

Clean water, if remains for a long time on the white countertop, can make a stain on the surface of white stone. Therefore, these seemingly insignificant drops should be removed immediately. In addition, moisture and its accumulation is too harmful for joints on the countertops, for the edges of the surface. For laminated worktops of particleboard moisture is almost the most terrible enemy, which can cause swelling and damage to the appearance of the countertop. If products taken from the freezer are regularly left on the white countertop, damage is caused to the surface. It is caused with a sharp drop of temperatures affecting the countertop.

Adhering to the above recommendations for correct care and work with variety of white countertops, you will save your new furniture in perfect condition for long time, which will give you joy and pleasure in cooking and just during family tea drinking. As one of the most important premises in every apartment, kitchen should be clean and tidy, and this cannot but depend in the appearance of the kitchen furniture.

Cleanliness is not only a guarantee of beauty, but also of health because it is on the countertops where cooking takes place. And getting harmful microorganisms and bacteria is completely unacceptable. Cleanliness and order in the kitchen will emphasize the woman’s solicitude, and the well-chosen furniture and white countertop will emphasize the good taste and sophistication of the owners.

I'm from Concrete Countertop Solutions team. Our company was founded in 2009 from a simple idea:"There must be an easier way to build beautiful concrete countertops."It was a growing interest from customers that lead us into the world of countertops.