Pros and cons of wood countertops

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The kitchen should be a quiet and pleasant place in the house where you can perfectly prepare the different cooking recipes. That is why it is important to choose a type or class of countertop that helps create such an environment. Then I will talk about the pros and cons of wooden countertops for your kitchen.

Wood is a widely used material for interiors thanks to the feeling of warmth it brings to the space in question. Besides that, It is a natural and ecological material so it protects the environment and can be recycled.

When choosing the type of wood, It is advisable to opt for oak or walnut as they are a type of high quality wood that can easily withstand excess humidity and high temperatures. As for the thickness of the wood, the ideal is to choose between about 5 or 0 cm more or less.

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Wooden countertops need some maintenance and a series of care to keep them in good condition. That is why it is advisable to sand and varnish it a couple of times a year. This type of maintenance will allow you to keep the countertop in the best possible condition despite the passage of time.

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Another disadvantage of this type of countertop is that you must be very careful with the accumulation of water in it. In the event that it gets wet, it is essential that you dry the surface quickly to avoid damaging it excessively.

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As you can see, it is a material that needs a series of care when showing off it. However, it is a material that is perfect when decorating an area of ​​the house such as the kitchen. 


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