- measurements come in many different forms
- lightning in the kitchen plays important role
- laminated worktops last longer compared to normal ones
- there are differences between tempered glass and clear glass
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1. Did you know about these measurements conversion? Measurements come in many form from inches, centimeters to feet and yards. Although the standard unit for length is cm, you still might come across these measurements on your measuring tape. One inch is equivalent to 2.54 cm. One foot is about 0.3 meters. A yard is equivalent to 0.9 meters. Sounds complicated like Matrix, actually it doesn’t.
2. Did you know that lighting in the kitchen is important? Installing lights in the kitchen makes it much safer, pleasant and brighter. Nobody likes a dark kitchen. A dim pendant bulb in your worktop will lighten up the kitchen atmosphere. Wall lamps or chandeliers are suitable to at your dining table or social place. If you’re having glass cabinets, install a spotlight in it.
3. Did you know that laminated worktops last longer compared to normal ones? Laminated worktops are covered with a layer of lamination that is usually made from high quality plastic. Normal worktops or conventional ones are finished with a layer of foil or just lacquered. Although conventional worktops looks nicer, they might not be able withstand pan heat or any form of chemical spill. It is easy to spot differences between both laminated ones and conventional ones. Laminated worktops are usually smoother and plainer compared to conventional ones.
4. Do you know the differences between tempered glass and clear glass? The word tempered and clear actually tells you the different between both glasses. In case you’re still wondering over it, tempered glass are usually comes in various colors and aren’t transparent like clear glass. The major difference in both glass is their surface. Tempered glasses could withstand heavy load because of it’s rough surface. Perhaps you might thing they do look ugly. Tempered glass works best as a partition in cabinets whereas clear glass is more suitable for cabinet doors.