Materials

Countertops

The material, pattern and construction of the work surface

Compare the main countertop types by thickness, appearance and sink installation method. Decors and exact specifications are gathered on separate pages.

Quick comparison

How the materials differ

The table compares the thickness, sink installation and key feature of each construction.

Material Thickness Sink installation Key feature
Melamine-faced chipboard 38 mm On top of the countertop A wide choice of wood and stone decors
Quartz and pressed stone 20 / 30 mm On top of the countertop / under the countertop A uniform pattern and a wide choice of shades
Ceramics 20 / 30 mm On top of the countertop / under the countertop A thin surface and a bold, large-scale pattern
Granite and quartzite 20 / 30 mm On top of the countertop / under the countertop The unique pattern of natural stone
HPL compact laminate EGGER 12 mm · Fundermax 4–16 mm On top of the countertop / under the countertop A slim countertop profile
Solid wood Depends on the billet On top of the countertop A natural pattern and bespoke finishing

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