Concrete Countertop Drainboards and TrivetsAdding drainboards and trivets can add style and function to a concrete countertop. Drainboards are designed to be a place to set fruits or vegetables after washing. They allow for water to run off the countertop and directly into the sink. Trivets are designed to be a place to set hot pots and pans without damaging the counter. This countertop was cast to include slats that slope down toward the sink and serve as a drainboard. Art & Maison in Miami, FL Drainboards can simply be slats that were cast into the counter, or they can have stainless steel rods included. Other options also include making the drainboard a different color from the rest of the concrete. Drainboards can be made of wood, or concrete made to look like wood. Molds are available from a variety of manufacturers for making drainboards. Visit these companies' websites for more options: Tsunami Countertops, Cheng Concrete.
Trivets are raised metal rods, typically stainless steel, that can withstand heat from pots and pans. The typical choice for inlayed trivets is simple rods; however, the possibilities are endless, as long as the material withstands heat and use. Return to Countertop Design Options Find a Concrete Contractor 24 Services in 221 Metros -- U.S. and Canada 
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