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A countertop, also counter top, counter, benchtop, worktop (British English) or kitchen bench (Australian or New Zealand English), is the firm, flat, horizontal surface of a counter. They are built for work in kitchens or other food preparation areas, bathrooms or lavatories, and workrooms in general. The surface is frequently installed upon and supported by cabinets, positioned at an ergonomic height for the user and the particular task for which it is designed. A countertop may be constructed of various materials with different attributes of functionality, durability and aesthetics, and may have built-in appliances, or accessory items relative to the intended application.
In Australian and British English, the term counter is generally reserved for a surface of this type that forms a boundary between a space for public access and a space for workers to carry out service tasks. In other contexts, the term bench or benchtop is used.

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  1. T

    Tap shanks too short for worktop

    Trying to put new taps in for an old lady but her utility worktop is too deep. Anyone know a reliable way to extend the tap shanks please? Cheers all.
  2. Bogart

    Mixer tap fastening into worktop

    Trying to fit a mixer tap with this sort of fastening. Bit that goes up inside the tap is like a threaded running nipple but when fully screwed in only 40mm produdes and worktop is 40mm thick so no thread to screw nut onto. I am not even sure of the thread size. Across the flats on the nut...
  3. Bogart

    Belfast sink worktop cutting.

    Have to fit a Belfast sink to an oak worktop. Have a jig on the way. Reading all the blurb about using the jig all the makes seem the same. Namely they state the worktop should overhang the sink by 10mm, both sides and rear. Also that the worktop should be level with a datum line drawn through...
  4. hammers4spanner

    Drill through granite worktop

    Need to go through with a condensate pipe. It' granite transformation so about 5 mm thick. What do you guys suggest to use ?
  5. Bogart

    Worktop width and waste pipe

    Probably been asked before but will ask again. Am fitting out the utility room and having a quandry, if one can have such a thing, as to width of worktop. How do people get away with worktops 600mm deep if they have any sort of pipework going behind without appliances ie washer and dryer...
  6. M

    Floor standing boiler to fit within cupboard under worktop

    I currently have a Gloworm Hideaway Boiler (37KW) under the Kitchen worktop. I think it is now 30 years old. This boiler is 855mm (H) x 480mm (W) x 510mm (D). The cupboard is 600mm wide, 895mm from floor to underside worktop and the depth is 580mm from back (external) wall to nearer face of...
  7. M

    Stainless steel sink install?

    Hi all. I don't normally fit these sinks but recently been doing them on a council job. The sinks are supplied with the rubber strip that goes underneath the edges. Do you lot bother using the rubber/sponge strip or just silicone? What do you treat the edges of the work top with on the cut out...
  8. S

    can I extend or replace Bristan "Renaissance Bridge Deck Sink Mixer" tap legs?

    I purchase a Bristan "Renaissance Bridge Deck Sink Mixer" but need to extend or replace the included tap legs as it is being installed behind a belfast sink that is going to be placed on top of a 40mm thick timber benchtop. At the moment the back of the sink will block the porcelain levers. Can...
  9. M

    kiychen jig routing video

    Hey fellers, I am installing a kitchen and need to rout the work top in. I have never done this before but I remember someone posting a demonstration video for the jig. Anyone remember what thread it was?
  10. Meady

    Cost to fit a gas hob and kitchen sink

    Just wondering what you lot would charge to fit a gas hob, kitchen sink and connect the washing machine and dishwasher. The hob is fitted into the worktop and the gas is allready there so it just needs the gas valve and connecting. The sink will need making up and fitting to the worktop but...
  11. T

    Combi boiler Size

    Hi I'm doing up my house and I'm looking for a combi boiler, the space i want it to go in will only allow for a boiler 630mm in height if this is possible. Also I would like to know, do I need to leave 200mm clearance top and bottom. Thank you.
  12. C

    gas cooker clearances, cabinets above 400mm from worktop

    Just in the process of planning a kitchen, but I am confused about the clearances required for a gas hob. Electric is going in now, but might as well make sure that space is left to allow a gas hob. If wall cabinets are fitted adjacent to this the hob area is an additional 50mm each size...
  13. S

    Taps for 54mm worktops

    Morning all, I'm struggling to find a pair of pillar taps which will be long enough to fit through a 54mm worktop. All of the ones I have looked at are the standard 50mm thread which is uselss. I can't even recess the tap holes in the worktop due to access restrictions. HELP !!!!!
  14. D

    Integrated basin and worktop

    Hi - Does anyone know of any alternatives to the Bathstore polymarble basin and integrated worktop? MyRoom slimline 1500 polymarble basin and integrated top I'm also looking for the furniture to go with it. I'm tempted to get the Bathstore stuff but unsure. Could do with some advice. Many...
  15. 3

    Installing a POWERDOCK or Power Dock into a GRANITE kitchen worktop. *********

    Power Docks are now the must have space saving device for kitchen worktops. Whether fitted as an aftermarket item or as part of a new kitchen install a Power-dock or Power dock can add useful plug socket space and versatility to a work top area. Power Docks can add plug sockets to a...
  16. Dan

    ContractorForum: Black grout needed for tiled worktop: Hi, can anyone suggest what gr

    ContractorForum: Black grout needed for tiled worktop: Hi, can anyone suggest what grout to use for my kitchen worktops. i tiled.. http://bit.ly/8oelXc More... Follow us on Twitter.
  17. P

    fitting New Glass bathroom basin on worktop

    Hi guys Im new so be gentle:). Im attempting to re furbish our bathroom. the wife wants a glass bowl basin which she has seen. Im wondering how does the glass basin secure to the worktop. I have boxed in all the pipes and waste ,although I have left the front panel off for access for fitting...
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