Stone worktops have grown in popularity in recent years. One of the reasons is how cool they stay throughout the hottest months of the year. Stone worktops are fantastic all year round; but in summer they are particularly great for those who love to cook. We’re huge fans of quartz, granite and marble worktops but when it comes to their ability to stay cool in warm weather there’s no better material.
Why would you want a cold stone worktop?
It’s a personal preference when it comes to material for worktops; today we find many people are moving away from wood worktops and laminate worktops. Due to the affordability of quartz and its longevity, it’s a great alternative for those looking to revamp or build a new kitchen in a modern style.
When you enjoy baking and cooking there’s no better tool in the kitchen than a cool worktop. Kitchens can get very warm when the oven or hob is on; a cold work surface can become invaluable when rolling out pastry, tempering chocolate and kneading dough.
In a warm kitchen, a wooden worktop is usually room temperature, so it can begin to warm the dough as you work it. Wood is a dry material and therefore can begin to absorb the moisture from the dough if the seal or oil surface has aged. This can mean it sticks to the surface making more mess. When it comes to pastry, any patisserie chef would tell you how important it is to keep the pastry and butter in it cold.
On a stone worktop, the surface remains cold to the touch, it’s also sealed, so it won’t absorb any moisture. With a little flour on the surface, you will be able to knead the dough as much as required without having trouble with it sticking, getting too warm and ultimately spoiling the end result.
An added bonus on a hot day is walking into your kitchen and laying your hands and wrist on the surface. A great way to cool down.