For heavy kitchen use, a thickness of 30 to 40mm offers excellent strength and better impact resistance. Thinner worktops between 18 to 25mm are ideal for occasional work areas or desks.
Key factors to consider:
- Mechanical strength: the thicker it is, the more solid it becomes
- Aesthetics: thicker tops create a premium, solid appearance
- Free span: longer surfaces require more thickness to avoid bending
- Budget: thickness has a direct impact on final cost
For a custom-made worktop, 30mm is the best compromise between strength, aesthetics and cost.
