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Wood countertops are growing in popularity because:
- Wood offers a feeling of warmth and coziness to the atmosphere in the room.
- Wood fits in with any decor and offers a nice counterpoint to the metal and stone surfaces present in the kitchen.
- Like stone, it is a natural substance and since no two pieces are the same, every countertop is unique.
- Since working with wood is easy, wood countertops are available in a large variety of finishes, shapes and designs. Because of this they fit in with any kitchen theme from the traditional to the most modern.
- Minor damage to the countertops is easily repaired by sanding.
- Because it is not as hard as stone and metal, breakables dropped on it may not shatter.
Types of wood countertops
It is important that the type of wood used matches what the countertop will be used for. Hard woods like maple, oak, beech and teak are best for functional countertops used as butcher blocks or any kind of food preparation or…
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