We can also provide full worktops cut and shaped to your exact requirements. CARING FOR YOUR COPPER WORKTOP For an even more premium alternative, browse our slim solid laminate worktop rangewhich features a variety of surface decors combined with an ultra-slim edge profile and solid core construction. If you have a more country style kitchen, on the other hand, you might want to choose a worktop with satin or lustre finish – like concrete or granite effect – to keep the space bright and fresh. To keep a brass worktop clean, all you need is dish soap and a soft cloth or sponge. Any other cleaning agent runs the risk of staining and helping the patina to develop faster. For busy kitchens, this is a low-maintenance dream. You won’t often see them elsewhere One of the many benefits of having copper worktops in your kitchen is that copper is one of the most eco-friendly metal worktops you could choose for your kitchen. It’s a sustainable material and if it ever needs to be replaced due to changing tastes, it’s completely recyclable. What are the cons of having a copper worktop in my kitchen?

If your project requires multiple copper sheets , we will age them together to create the closest possible match between them. A slight variation may be visible but we will do our best to minimise it. INSTALLING BESPOKE COPPER WORKTOPS Like copper worktops, a patina will develop on a brass worktop over time. For this very reason, natural materials reign supreme in design philosophies all over the world (particularly in Japanese zen philosophy); though a changing surface isn’t necessarily to everyone’s taste. Our designers would be happy to talk to you about choosing your Sustainable Kitchens worktop. Its sealant can nullify the antimicrobial properties Never place hot pans that have come off the hob/stove directly onto the worktop as this has the potential of breaking the bond between the worktop and the substrate. Always place hot objects onto a board or trivet to protect the work surface. We’ve not witnessed this ourselves, but some people do say that copper kitchen worktops are more susceptible to scratches and dents. Again, this is down to personal preference: would your dream kitchen be pristine or weathered? Brass What are the pros of having a brass worktop in my kitchen? We recommend that the plastic coating protecting the Copper must be left intact until installation is completed.

What kind of kitchen design should I go for?

Items should only be fitted in areas that experience normal household ranges of temperature and humidity. Overall, there are quite a few worktop styles, colours, and textures that compliment copper fixtures, fixings, and elements in the kitchen. Copper worktop production begins with timber panels, these would normally be either MRMDF or high quality birch ply. Our woodworking department cut to size on CNC controlled equipment for accuracy.

Each copper worktop can be designed and created to your specific requirements. Aged copper sheets can also be cut to almost any size or shape. Choosing the right material will enable you to meet your budget requirements. What Type of Metal Worktop or Bartop? Pewter worktops As a colour, we have no shortage of grey laminate worktops here at Savoy Timber. The hardest part might be choosing which texture and finish of grey worktop will look the best in your kitchen. There’s something to be said for the way these two natural materials complement each other – the wood with its rough matt texture and the copper for its smooth shiny appearance – creating a perfect balance.When it comes to cleanliness, copper kitchen units and copper worktops win out. It’s even been used in hospitals to prevent the spread of microbes. When you’ve got messy recipes and creative kids making a whirlwind in the kitchen, having a copper kitchen worktop that is better protected from germs is a comfort. They have a beautiful, warm colour Although the sheets come directly from the mill, copper by its very nature is a relatively soft material and may have some minor marks, scratches and dents in it from new. Where a welding process has taken place, there could be some minor pitting. This is quite normal and a natural by-product of the welding process and will blend in over time. Our clients come to us when they want a bespoke kitchen that won’t be copied and pasted in other homes on their street. One of the reasons brass is popular is exactly that: it’s a real conversation starter. As a living surface, the appearance will change drastically so you’ll never see an identikit copy. What are the cons of having a brass worktop in my kitchen? That lacquer protects the worktop but also stops the ageing process. Keeping the lacquer in good condition is paramount. Therefore, we recommend only using warm soapy water and a soft cloth to clean it. Natural Satin Copper and Typical Aged Copper are typically waxed after patina, we use a bees wax or Renaissance wax to clean the finish and moderate further patina development. These finishes will continue to develop over time and with use to give a lived in rustic look.