Using Marble-Effect Worktops to Make Your Space Appear Larger

While not all homes are perfect, they each have their unique charm. You might be wishing for additional bedrooms for your growing family or dreaming of a spacious outdoor area. One challenge many homeowners face is limited kitchen space, but there are creative solutions to make the most of it. There are several ways to make a small kitchen appear larger.

Bright whites are the number-one way to make a small space feel larger. And one of the best ways to welcome neutral whites into your space is through marble-effect worktops. These white or grey worktops reflect lots of natural light, making the space feel airy and roomy. While this small kitchen design idea doesn’t literally add more square footage, marble-effect worktops can certainly create that illusion!

At Prestige Granite & Marble, we meet with customers every day who need tips on kitchen design for a small space. Marble-effect worktops and tables are our go-to product for these customers, but creating a spacious feel isn’t the only reason we love this material. Not only do they reflect light, make the room brighter, and create the illusion of more space, but they also:

• Introduce a sleek, elegant aesthetic
• Come in a spectrum of colours
• Resist stains
• Cost less than natural marble
• Require little maintenance or special cleaning processes

Marble-effect worktops come in many varieties, and any type makes a great small kitchen design idea. Many homeowners love the prestige of natural marble, but others prefer the durability and affordability of engineered marble and marble-effect worktops. At our showroom, you’ll find numerous slabs of Itastone that evoke the feel of marble without the added cost or complex maintenance. We recommend these products to get the luxurious appearance of marble:

• Calacatta
• Carrara
• Empire White
• Gold Mist
• Mountain White
• Opal White
• Silver Cloud
• Statuario Ice
• White Mirror

Kitchen design for a small space doesn’t have to be stressful! In fact, we believe the design process should be enjoyable. If you’re feeling stuck, don’t hesitate to look to us for some inspiration. Our kitchen design experts would be glad to help you pair marble-effect worktops with other elements to expand your space. Here are a few of our best design tips:

Because marble-effect worktops tend to be white or very neutral in colour, most paint shades will mesh well within your space. However, we do have some recommendations for making your worktops pop while making your kitchen feel bigger. Try these colours:

• Soft green
• Grey
• Wood tones
• Stark white
• Black
• Beige
• Dark blue
• Aubergine

Place some of your favourite decorative elements throughout the kitchen. This could be vases of flowers, bowls of fruit, or hanging art pieces. However, don’t get carried away with adding décor, as it could make the space appear cluttered.

Beyond marble-effect worktops, there are many ways you can create a kitchen design that feels bigger than it is. Try some of these tips for maximising your space:

• Choose thin cabinets
• Install additional reflective surfaces
• Stick to one or two colours
• Use vertical space to install additional cabinetry or storage
• Integrate appliances into your design
• Come up with creative storage solutions

Marble is famously each to scratch, but marble-effect worktops can bring you the same appearance without the tedious maintenance. Keeping your worktops in top shape is simple; just follow this easy process:

• Wipe them down frequently—and immediately after spills
• Don’t use harsh cleaning chemicals—hot water and a soft cloth will work fine
• Always use chopping boards and coasters to avoid scratches and stains
• Address stains right away with a small bit of dish soap and warm water

Furnishing a small kitchen may not be as straightforward as you’d like, but it’s certainly possible with good design advice. The team at Prestige Granite & Marble is proud to help homeowners across the Lancashire, Cheshire, Manchester and North Wales providing exceptional kitchen design ideas for small spaces. You can also browse some of our successful projects to find inspiration for your project. Contact us today to learn more about our products and installation process.