I&#;ve had countertops on my brain with our recent basement renovation design plan and to-do list spinning in my mind. I arrived home from vacation nearly forgetting about our newly installed viola marble countertops. They&#;re stunning and I&#;m really pleased with how they turned out (sneak peek attached). I did receive some questions in regards to the edge profile and how it was achieved. I knew a blog post was in order. Countertops, natural stone, and designing kitchens & baths is what I&#;d consider my design specialty. As an interior designer, those are always the spaces I enjoy tackling the most. Click through for a diagram of countertop edge profiles, how to choose the best one for your renovation, and to see how each can vary in price. This informative blog post is one everyone should save or pin for future renovations!
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I&#;ve created an easy diagram for you below. Save it, pin it, print it&#; wherever you decide to tuck it away, I hope it comes in handy for future renovations. Do keep in mind that each fabricator or stone retailer may change these names slightly. It&#;s always best to provide a confirmation sketch in case their name for something doesn&#;t quite align. Some shops also brand their own edge profiles (which further complicates things). These are the basics:
When defining an edge profile, you should definitely consider form versus function. A sharp square edge profile may not be the best choice for a softer stone such as marble, as it is easily chipped. A curved ogee edge would be more forgiving. Save the delicate or super defined edge profile for a space that is used less frequently- like a guest bath&#; as opposed to the main kitchen.
When chatting with my fabricator about this, he said the biggest issue people face when choosing a functional edge profile is intricacy, which is correlated with cleanability. Cove profiles are more difficult to clean, so that profile may not be best suited for a home with children.
Edge cost usually boils down to how labor intensive it is to fabricate, if the fabricator has the correct bit on hand for routing the edge, the stone type (easy versus difficult to work with, stone hardness, etc), and the amount of sanding required. Thickness also comes into play (standard slab, laminated slab, etc). Basically, a lot goes into creating a professional or designerly looking countertop edge, and as you might expect- that comes at a cost.
The type of material will dictate what type of edge profile you can achieve. For example, a laminate countertop only has two edge profile options: a square edge or a bullnose edge. This is because the material is not solid throughout&#; just the surface contains the color & pattern, while the center is comprised of particleboard. On the contrary, a natural stone slab or piece of solid surface can be profiled to a variety of edges because the center material matches the exterior- it&#;s solid throughout. Therefore, material can be limiting in regards to the profile you&#;re able to specify.
If you&#;re wondering what edge profiles I&#;m currently gravitating toward, I think we&#;ve been seeing traditional edges uptick in the design world. Eased, beveled, bullnose, and square edges feel more modern and minimal&#; while cove, ogee, and waterfall styles have been gaining popularity with their intricate traditional details. If you&#;re going for a modern look, eased feels classic to me. If your aesthetic skews more traditional, you can&#;t go wrong with a timeless ogee profile. The more complex an edge profile becomes, the more likely it is to go out of style. That&#;s my personal opinion!
A square or eased edge profile is typically less expensive because it requires less work. Therefore, straightforward profiles are less expensive.
Is marble an easy stone to fabricate with an intricate edge profile?Since marble is a softer stone, it can be easier to fabricate. However, it&#;s an expensive material and depending on how much a slab costs, some fabricators may shy away from working with it&#; or increase the price because mistakes can be costly. Check out this post on how to choose a marble slab for your renovation!
How do you find a good fabricator?If you&#;ve already secured your slab or countertop material, ask the retailer for fabrication recommendations&#; they may even have an in-house source. Otherwise, check out this blog post with tips for finding, hiring, & managing reliable contractors. It includes my best tips and is a must-read!
Do edge profile names vary?They do! The basics are typically the same (eased, square, bullnose, etc), but the more intricate profiles are often given more descriptive names or are branded by the shop. When in doubt, ask your fabricator for a diagram or sketch before signing off on the edge.
How do you achieve the thick looking countertop?If it&#;s not a thicker slab to begin with (more than 3cm, which is standard)&#; the countertop will have to be mitered or glued up to achieve a stacked or laminated edge for a thick look. They basically glue the countertop slabs together to create the effect of a thicker slab, then fabricate the edge profile. Do you see the subtle line on the lower edge of my countertop below? The bottom section was laminated to achieve the thicker look&#;
3 cm is standard. Anything less is considered thin and anything more is considered thick&#; which means you&#;ll end up paying a little more in fabrication.
If you&#;re looking for related stone & countertop selection posts, you may find some of these helpful:
I&#;ll be catching up on replying to comments today! Being away for almost three weeks was no joke- I&#;m feeling so glad to be back, but a bit behind. Thanks for being patient with me while I&#;m playing catch up.
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Countertop edges are an integral part of kitchen countertop design. However, given different colors, designs and varying sizes of kitchens, homeowners should make the right decisions when shopping for the best laminate countertop edges. Let&#;s also emphasize that while many people have a strong liking for laminate, quartz edges are the most preferable. The latter is scratch-resistant and durable.
Another dilemma that homeowners face when shopping for countertop edges is the type of edge. You have thought your search ended with settling on a befitting color, material or pattern but there is more. Before we dig deeper into this subject, it is also noteworthy that learning how to finish a countertop edge is crucial, especially if you are a DIYer who always to saves money. Now, onto countertop edges for laminate to consider, there are many options from which you can choose one that meets your needs and within budget. After researching far and wide to help you make the right decision, including laminate countertop trim, here is what we found:
You may have read about Bullnose as one of the best countertop edges but how about fixing it on your laminate countertop? The truth is that Bullnose is one of the most popular laminate countertop edge options. If it fits the bill as your top choice edge, take note that Bullnose breathes a soft and warm countertop treatment. The rounded corners, bottom and top sections of your counter inform decisions by most homeowners who settle for Bullnose edge.
With Bullnose also comes another question. Why should you choose Bullnose as one of the best laminate countertop edge styles? Well, while there are fewer variations for laminate than quartz, the contemporary appeal is particularly appealing to homeowners. You can also opt for a full Bullnose or half Bullnose. While full Bullnose has a smooth curve and angle at the bottom, the top edge in half Bullnose is round.
Another countertop option that suits laminate countertops is beveled edges. For a modern interior, using beveled edge on laminate may seem a little flattering. However, the classical look that single beveled edges bring into your kitchen makes them a top choice for most homeowners. That is not to mention a 45-degree angle that defines that top edge cut-off.
If you go for double bevel, take note both the bottom and top edges are cut off at some angle, which is the main difference from the single bevel. The good news is that if beveled edge sounds like you preferred countertop edges for laminate, you can always customize it to an angle that suits your needs. You can also check out these countertop edges options available at Caesarstone before making the final purchase decision.
Apart from single and double bevel, the option of an extreme beveled edge may sound inviting. It is especially true if you are looking for laminate countertop edges options that have a smaller edge angle than the usual 45 degrees.
A professional kitchen designer will tell you that square tops are the go-to for people who have no idea about laminate countertop edge options. The catch is that they fit on nearly every countertop design and material. If you do not want to draw a lot of attention to your kitchen&#;s countertop, then go for square edges. They do not make the whole place look detailed yet provide a fine finish.
There are many square edge variations from which a homeowner can choose the best. Eased edge is particularly popular among people who love smooth edges. The flat round edge at the edge and a flat appeal on the surface of these edges make them popular. You can also opt for a square waterfall edge. The catch with the latter is that they do not only rank high among laminate countertop edge styles but are also very appealing.
The third option for laminate countertop edge trim is the eased edge. With this treatment, the sharp edges reminiscent with laminate countertops get replaced by a smooth and soft edge. With eased edge also come notable features. First off, identical curves at the bottom and the top edges make ease edges widely acceptable, especially for homeowners looking to create a flattering appeal on awkwardly shaped countertops. It is also noteworthy that instead of a sharp angle noticeable on beveled edges, eased options create a smooth feel around your laminate countertop.
When it comes to choosing the best laminate countertop edge styles, you should factor in the size of your kitchen, countertop color, and material. Quartz goes with most edges. Most importantly, you always consult an interior décor professional to help you make the right decision. It is because apart from one&#;s preference, every kitchen is unique in some way and it takes a professional to notice the differences.
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