skip to main content

Zenith worktop. Pros and cons

6 years ago

last modified: 6 years ago

Any thoughts on this ?

Sort by:Oldest

Comments (4)

Julie R
6 years ago
We were thinking of going for zenith worktops but the negative reviews seemed to outweigh the positive ones - I would be interested to hear anyone's else views or personal experience though as we still really like the look and feel of it. The main issues I read about were from kitchen fitters with regards to getting good joins and difficulties in cutting it (getting a good finish on the edges, and cutting out for sinks).
PRO
SUN STUDIO.London - Glassworks and Prints
6 years ago
Well, we can actually print the zenith pattern on a glass worktop using our UV printer so it will look like 1:1. This way you can eliminate all of the zenith disadvantages.

Btw: we can print any pattern on that worktop, whatever theme or texture you need :).
Related Discussions
Concrete Worktops, advice/recommend suppliers
Q
Comments (3)
Hi Phil, we are concrete worktops manufacturers , feel free to contact us with any questions. Cast in sinks and grooves are no problem. With good sealer concrete is comparable to stone or wood. It give good protections but need to be cleaned daily. Spills which are left for days could stain concrete. Best, Vlad.
...See More
Corian or Quartz worktops, discuss
Q
Comments (12)
Hi there - no one is better than the the other, each have their own strengths and weaknesses... here are a few that spring to mind: Corian pros: It can be moulded, meaning that you can actually make sinks out of it and seamlessly clad the end, say a kitchen Island It doesn't crack - If you're unlucky and the installer lays a less than totally level base for granite / quartz I have seen it crack (only once though). It is lighter than quartz It is warmer to touch... though personally I prefer the cooler touch of the quartz Corian cons: It does actually stain over time.. wine tea bags etc, though they can usually be polished out. Make sure to follow manufacturers instructions with regards to maintenance. Can feel plasticky to touch There is no movement or texture Quartz pros: It is cool to the touch so great for pastry making It can have fabulous texture and colour variations - wonderful to balance a contemporary finish and give it some energy many now have antimicrobial properties built into them It comes in many finishes - honed, matt, high gloss Quartz cons: Heavy and tricky to install limited to fixed length pieces which can mean more junctions Can also stain if manufacturers instructions are not followed gloss finishes need to be maintained - i.e. polished, to look well I hope this is of some help to you. Enjoy our new kitchen! Deirdre.
...See More
stainless steel worktops
Q
Comments (10)
Hi Gj Dee! Quartz is the more practical of the two options in the long run. Manufacturers such as Caesarstone or Silestone produce great options in a variety of colours and finishes. The material is highly durable and resistant to stains and scratching therefore it should look like it did on day one in a few years after installation. If your husband is looking for something that looks industrial you could maybe look at their concrete-like options. However with all this in mind we have used stainless steel worktops for clients in the past and have included it in our showroom displays. It does have unparalleled heat resistance etc but the issue with it is that it isn't impervious to small nicks and scratches in everyday wear and tear. If you are happy and embrace that it will not look scratch free then go for it - it does add character to the top! Overtime these scratches will build up and blend in with one another creating a unique patina. It might be an idea to use both depending on the style of your kitchen. We decided to do this with one of our recent displays. Good luck with your choice!
...See More
Hob in island pros and cons
Q
Comments (14)
We ummed & ahhhed over this a few months ago - especially after reading all the opposing views in various Houzz discussions. I was desperate to get rid of our horrid noisy fan hanging down above a peninsula, so didn’t want to end up replacing it with something similar! I went in to the kitchen designer adamant the hob would be around the edge of the kitchen... then I saw the Neff induction hob with the integrated down-draft extractor in action at the showroom! (I’m such a sucker!) So after some cheeky negotiations (husband and kitchen company!) we are going with that. I figured a fan much closer to source can’t be a bad thing, the noise is far less ‘in your face’ as it’s not at height, the induction hob blends into the flat worktop plus you can chuck all the filter parts in the dishwasher - winner. I was mindful of some of the safety advice given on here re splashes whilst cooking if people are sat at the island; so it’s wide enough that you are very much away from the hob if you’re directly opposite the cook. But the main thing we did was offset the hob at one end of the island and are having the seating around the opposite corner at the other end. Hope that helps! :-)
...See More
Daisy England
6 years ago
last modified: 6 years ago
There are a couple of ranges called Zenith. One of them is 12mm high. Do you mean this one?

A new thin range worktop that is just about to flood the market is Infiniti by Formica. Perhaps Google this and see if you like any of this range. It is alleged to not show fingerprints. We have not received our sample top yet from Formica as it is so new but saw them at the KBB show and were impressed.
HU-966677414
3 months ago
i have got aI have got a zenith worktop anand no not hap happy with the way it discolours in a couple of years it looks licke its going yellow

Sponsored

More Discussions

Skylight over kitchen island??

23

panelling advice!

7

Above garage extension to create primary suite

25

Existing canopy in garden - how to enclose?

3

Designing 2 walls with different sizes

1

United Kingdom

Tailor my experience with cookies

Houzz uses cookies and similar technologies to personalise my experience, serve me relevant content, and improve Houzz products and services. By clicking ‘Accept’ I agree to this, as further described in the Houzz Cookie Policy. I can reject non-essential cookies by clicking ‘Manage Preferences’.