Design Ideas for Cook-Friendly Countertops

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Put in some curves.
Concrete countertops with curved edges can improve traffic flow in a small kitchen while accommodating seating for onlookers as they gather to watch the cook whip up a feast. Read more about how this kitchen was created.

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Add grooves for easy drainage.
Cutting grooves into the countertop that channel into an undermount sink helps to keep spills in check and simplify cleanup.

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Make it seamless.
This concrete countertop was precast as one single piece, sink and all. The no-seam construction won't trap food crumbs, grease or grime, improving sanitation and making cleanup a breeze.

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Install a drop-in cooktop.
Concrete countertops can be cast to accommodate almost any cooktop style or size. Cooking islands are especially convenient and can serve as a supplemental cooking station.

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Give it a trivet.
Even concrete countertops are vulnerable to hot pans right off the stove, which can degrade the sealer. Cast-in-place trivets are a handy solution, and they also add decorative interest.Learn more about built-in trivets and drainboards.

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Integrate a trough-style sink.
When creating a big feast, a cook needs a super-sized sink to accommodate all the pots, pans and cooking utensils. This large trough-style sink is cast integrally with the concrete countertop. See more concrete sink styles.

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Add a snazzy towel hanger.
What dish washer wouldn't love this nifty feature? This towel hanger, cast right into the countertop, is functional as well as stylish.