Faye and Ross continue their chat about how textures and profiles can elevate kitchen worktops. They discuss stylish options like leathered finishes that add a touch of luxury, and how the right texture is key for minimalist and Scandinavian designs. The duo also talk about natural stones, covering the ins and outs of pricing and selection.

Accompanying blog: Incorporating Texture into Your Kitchen Worktop

Key Takeaways

When it comes to worktop textures, don’t just settle for a polished finish. Think about options like leather effect, honed or matte surfaces, and textured finishes. These can really ramp up both the visual appeal and practicality of your kitchen.

Why not play around with the worktop profile too? Instead of sticking with the standard square edge, consider profiles like Bull Nose, OG, or even double-layered edges. These choices can beautifully enhance both traditional and contemporary designs.

Here’s a fun idea: mix and match materials! Inlaying brass into wood, for example, can create a striking design statement while also fulfilling different functional needs. It’s all about letting your creativity shine and making your kitchen uniquely yours.

Best Moments

“It's the exciting thing about marbles. The exciting thing about all natural stone is that element of chaos. If you look at any of the best kitchen designs, you can have, muted is a great word. You can have muted doors. You can have a muted floor. You can have so on. But you need something that has life.”

“…porcelain worktops have been quite clever in the idea that they do different textures. They'll do a polished, a honed, and then they'll do a more textured finish…”

“I've even got one that's becoming very popular, actually, as a fantastic display was done down south, lovely. It's called black lava, but it actually looks like black leather.”

About the Guest

Ross Williamson is the Sales Director of a company called The Surface Collection, which is a well-known worktop distributor based in Manchester.

The Surface Collection was founded after World War II when the grandfather of the company's directors found blocks of Carrara marble on the beaches of Carrara and started importing them to make vases and other products.

About the Host

Faye Newman is a freelance Kitchen Designer with eight years of experience in the industry. With a background in furniture design and a passion for creating spaces that reflect the essence of the home, Faye brings a unique perspective to kitchen design. Her dedication to client satisfaction and love for her craft shines through in every project she undertakes.

Connect with Faye Newman Design:

Visit the website at www.fayenewmandesign.com for more kitchen design inspiration, resources, and services.

Join our vibrant email community to receive exclusive updates, tips, and special offers by clicking here.

Follow us on Instagram @fayenewmandesign for daily doses of kitchen design inspiration and behind-the-scenes glimpses.

Whether you're renovating your kitchen, looking for organisation hacks, or seeking culinary inspiration, Love Your Kitchen is your go-to resource for all things kitchen-related.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.