Think Glass for Kitchen Counters
It’s day 4 of Kitchen Week! I’m starting off the day with a really unique idea for kitchen counters – glass. Think Glass offers a wide variety of glass counters for kitchens, baths and bars. It might not be for everyone. But for kitcheneers who are tired of granite, this could be just the thing.
Glass has some practical use. It’s non-porous, so it’s safe for all kinds of cleansers. But you can clean the counters with vinegar and water, or window cleaner. The downside? It’s not heat resistant. So you have to use trivets and hot pads.
[ Jennifer's Update: I called Doris, from Think Glass to inquire about the average cost per square foot. She told me two things. First, the price is $200 - $300 per sq. ft., in dollars, for 1-1/2" thickness. Also, Think Glass products are heat resistant, but they still recommend that you use a hot pad. Just thought I'd clarify that.]
I’d be interested to know your opinion of this idea. Would you ever consider this for your working kitchen space, or would you save it for a bar area? Maybe you’d skip it altogether. Share your opinion!
3 Responses to “Think Glass for Kitchen Counters”
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Posted by Bacchus on January 18th, 2008 at 7:33 am
I think glass is beautiful as a countertop. We have pictures of a couple as ideas for when we remodel. Our first choice right now is the black material used for science labs. We’re also considering glass, stainless steel and wood.
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Posted by Jennifer at Design Hole on January 18th, 2008 at 3:31 pm
I don’t know the square foot price for the glass. But check back. I’ve put a call into a rep. I’ll post the answer when I get the answer. Or, you could go to their site, find a rep in your area and ask them. Sorry I don’t have precise info.
As one who is completely over granite, this looks like a good option. Any idea on the price per square foot?