Stunning alternatives to stone for Hampton kitchen design.
This is a harmonious white surface with delicate charcoal veining that perfectly captures the Hamptons light-focused aesthetic whilst giving a nod to the grey undertones often found in this style.
If the kitchen is the heart of the home, the benchtop is the life of the kitchen. This is a space to gather around, to prepare food for those you love and in a Hamptons kitchen, where island benches are signature elements, they can serve as a space for dining too.
One of our favourite benchtop solutions would have to be Staron. A zerosilica product, Staron has been available within Australia for many years, well before engineered stone became a popular benchtop option. Used in both commercial and residential projects, Staron Solid Surfaces are an excellent alternative to engineered and natural stone products.
The Staron Story
Developed in 1992, Staron is manufactured from refined bauxite, a safe silica-free mineral, and blended with pure acrylic resin. This combination results in a high-performing and safe solid surface. Thanks to its non-porous nature, Staron is both stain-resistant and easy to clean. It offers a durable, hygienic surface with high strength and UV stability. Plus, its inconspicuous joining method eliminates dirt-trapping crevices. Staron can also be easily thermoformed into graceful curves and routed to customise vertical applications. A value-adding product, Staron is a renewable and repairable surface. After years of use, it can be easily sanded and restored to its original condition.
Material Matters
Staron is an ideal option for benchtops and many other areas of a Hamptons kitchen project. Staron can also be paired with laminate benchtops for those with a more budget-friendly criteria. As it is able to withstand the ill effects of water, prioritising Staron in key areas will maximise the longevity of the kitchen.
Timber is another material that teams beautifully with Staron. Together they provide a warmth and quieter work surface, and both look amazing together when sanded to a matt finish. Additionally, both Staron and timber are easily renewable, providing usability for the long term.
Although natural stone has often been favoured in a Hamptons kitchen design, it requires sealing around food preparation areas due to its porous nature. Take the stress out of your benchtop with Staron. Compared to natural stone, Staron is silky and warmer to touch, nonporous, seamless, lightweight and hygienic, and it provides a quieter work space.
Staron In The Hamptons
When it comes to colour options, Staron doesn’t disappoint. With a large offering to choose from, the Staron Supreme and recently launched Premiere range offer plenty of different designs to personalise a Hamptons-inspired project.
For this kitchen, Supreme Morning Sky offers a harmonious white surface with delicate charcoal veining that perfectly captures the Hamptons light-focused style. The white base with its satin finish also reflects the light, making the room feel brighter and creating a relaxed aesthetic that suits country and coastal homes alike. Additionally, the ease of customising edge profiles makes incorporating specific design detail even more versatile for capturing that timeless Hamptons style.
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