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Faiza Saqib

This Underutilized Countertop Looks Great, but "It's Not the Material for Everyone" — The Pros and Cons of Concrete, Explained by a Specialist

A kitchen in a peach/orange color with a white colored polished concrete worktop. There is also an island with four bar stools beside it. On one side of the kitchen there is also an open shelf with a plant and art work on top.

Concrete kitchen countertops have been making the rounds lately throughout design-forward kitchens this year, but is this material really worth it? Known for its versatility, durability, and aesthetic, concrete worktops bring a more industrial style feel into a space and look good while doing so.

However, as with many kitchen countertop materials, there are a few downsides to take note of when adding this to your home. As beautiful, elegant, and sleek as it might look, can concrete worktops really stand the test of time?

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