10/12/2021
It’s rare to see a kitchen with wood countertops, which can make it a beautiful addition to your home! Before you start installing wood in your kitchen, though, here are some pros and cons you want to consider:
PROS:
🪵 Their appearance – they give any room a certain warmth that can’t be achieved by many countertop materials.
🪵 Variety – there are many types of wood AND patterns to choose from! From cherry to birch to maple to grain planks to panels, you can choose one that best fits the vibe of your home.
🪵 Warmth – not only does wood give off a warm and inviting look to your home, but it is also literally warmer to the touch than most other materials.
🪵 Recyclable – wood countertops are slowly transitioning to be made out of reclaimed wood. Plus, most are recyclable. So if you’re an environmentalist, this can be an eco-friendly way to go!
CONS:
🪵 They need extra care, especially when sealing – if a wood countertop isn’t sealed, germs can hide and multiply.
🪵 Water damage – though you can prevent water damage from happening with mineral oil or some other similar protectant, it can still happen and damage your countertops.
🪵 Scratch and denting issues – wood is a soft material, so it can easily get damaged.
Sometimes distress can give it character, but not always. Always use cutting boards on wood countertops to prevent this.
Now that you know some of the pros and cons, what do you think about wood countertops in your home? Is it something you’d consider or is it a hard pass for you?