If you’re on the hunt for some inspiration for your new farmhouse kitchen countertop, you’ve come to the right place. While the team at Euro Marble are certainly well-renowned experts in all things natural stone, we’re also quite the source of knowledge for all sorts of interior design tips and ideas.

Whether you’re designing a rustic or modern farmhouse kitchen, the aim is undoubtedly to create a charming and inviting feel. Farmhouses are known for incorporating large amounts of wood, stone and brick to help create both a timeless aesthetic and a grounded, earthy-atmosphere. 

As we have mentioned in some of our other articles, the kitchen is the central space of most homes and the kitchen countertop is often the centrepiece of the kitchen. To help you find the perfect kitchen countertop for your farmhouse, let’s dive into the interior design styles you may be choosing between.

Interior Design Styles that Suit a Farmhouse

The farmhouse style is one that’s commonly rooted in simplicity, homeliness and practicality. So called due to the inspiration in design and construction from traditional, rural farmhouses, this style of home is often intended to evoke the same warmth and comfort of a farmhouse actually located on a farm.

Interior designers will therefore likely use natural materials, such as wood and stone, though other materials available in earthy tones are also suitable. While vintage or antique furniture, artwork and accessories are certainly popular in farmhouses, the particular style you choose will more than likely influence your decor. 

Rustic Style

Rustic interior design focuses on comfort and simplicity to create a cozy and functional environment. Colour schemes include browns, greens, and greys, with most designs highlighting wood, stone and brickwork.

Country Style

Country designs are inspired by the English country-side, so muted and soft colours are key here. Also focused on comfort and simplicity, country style homes may feature a greater variety of textiles such as plaid, floral or gingham patterns.

Cottage Style

Cottage style farmhouses are similar to country style in that they draw inspiration from traditional rural English homes but the colour scheme is more often than not dominated by pastel colours such as light blues, pinks and greens. Vintage-style decor is also a feature of the cottage style approach to interior design.

Top Kitchen Countertop Ideas for a Farmhouse

While the right farmhouse kitchen countertop will largely depend on your chosen design style and personal preferences, here are some of the top ideas to help get you started.

Stone

Stone is one of the best options for a kitchen countertop, whether in a farmhouse or elsewhere! There are several options of natural stone to consider and each brings with it unique benefits and features. Marble and granite, however, are two of the most popular and commonly chosen stones for use in kitchen countertops and for good reason. Sophisticated in looks and durable in use, it ticks all the right boxes.

With a supplier like Euro Marble, you can even find a wide range of colours, designs and patterns of your chosen stone so just about any interior design style can be achieved. 

Having said all of that, here are our recommendations for using stone in your farmhouse kitchen:

Solid Stonework

Nothing is as visually impressive as a custom-created piece of solid stonework for your farmhouse kitchen benchtop. Highlighting the natural stone itself in all of its glamorous glory, solid stonework provides ample aesthetic splendor while also perfectly suiting the down-to-Earth nature of a farmhouse’s interior design. 

Rustic Granite 

We love granite here at Euro Marble and a carefully chosen slab of rustic granite can add the perfect finishing touch to your farmhouse kitchen. Thanks to the rough, textured finish, rustic granite maintains all of the earthy-feel you want in a farmhouse while offering ample opportunity to mix and match with a variety of cabinetry material, lighting fixtures and tapware in your farmhouse kitchen sink to help achieve something unique and special. 

Marble with Veining

Just because your farmhouse’s look is all about simplicity and functionality doesn’t mean you can’t add a bit of elegance. Classic white marble stone countertops with the iconic grey veining looks a treat in and of itself and is easy to pair with just about any other interior design choices. Marble injects a true sense of sophistication without ruining any grounded aesthetic you’re going for.

Reclaimed Wood 

Moving away from stone, reclaimed wood countertops can add warmth and texture to any farmhouse kitchen. Practical, aesthetically pleasing and easy to match, reclaimed wood is making a resurgence in interior design popularity. Bear in mind, however, that wood will need to be sanded and refinished to maintain its practical functionality and visual appearance. 

Concrete

Concrete may not be a traditional material for use in a farmhouse kitchen countertop but its durability and practical nature makes it more than suitable. Of course, nowadays, concrete can be provided for in a variety of colours, finishes and styles so it is easier than ever to match with your chosen design aesthetic. 

Terrazzo 

Terrazzo is a composite material made up of bits of marble, granite, glass and/or other natural materials. Bonded with an epoxy base of cement, it is commonly used in flooring but can also make for a good option for kitchen countertops. While it is yet another ‘unconventional’ option of material for a farmhouse, the colour customisation opportunities can be appealing for many home-owners and designers.  

Quartz with a Textured Finish 

Quartz (not to be confused with quartzite, the natural stone) is an engineered form of stone that boasts high levels of durability and non-porousness. Made from a composite of different materials, quartz is available in a variety of colours and styles. For use in a farmhouse kitchen, we highly recommend opting for a textured finish if you’re choosing quartz as it will enhance the overall styling beloved and typical of a farmhouse. 

Let Us Help You Find the Perfect Kitchen Countertop

If you’d like a hand from the experts in finding the perfect modern farmhouse kitchen countertop for you, make sure to reach out to our team today. Whether you opt for natural stone or other materials, we can help you bring your dream farmhouse to life!

Can you mix metals in the kitchen? Should you use mixed metal finishes in the kitchen? How can you best utilise the unique style of different metals to best effect in your home?

Mixing metals is a fantastic way to infuse captivating aesthetics and real-life practicality into your kitchen. But if you’re not sure whether it’s a style for you or how exactly to incorporate this trend in your home, this is the blog for you!

Mixing Metals – why do it?

Interior designers are increasingly using a mix of different metal finishes, such as brass, gold, copper, stainless steel, and even black metal, to create a bit of character, depth and complexity in the home. 

There are a lot of different ways metal can be used and juxtaposed both with a complementary metallic surface and with other materials in the house. Ultimately, however you choose to use mixed metals, you’ll want to create an aesthetically appealing design.

Using Metals in the Kitchen

The kitchen is one of the most common and best applications for using mixed metals in design. Apart from the texture and visuals of metallic finishes perfectly complementing the general layout and aesthetic of the kitchen area, there are many benefits and practical considerations to take into account.

The Benefits of Mixing Metal Finishes in the Kitchen

Durability

High quality metal is a highly durable material and when it comes to your kitchen that’s exactly what you need. Kitchens are classically places where there is a lot of activity every day and a lot of foot traffic. Whether it’s your sink, your countertop or even your cabinetry, a highly durable kitchen is a must.

Hygienic 

From moisture and water to food and spilled drinks, your kitchen is going to be exposed to a lot! Being able to keep it clean and hygienic is critical. Mixed metals offer the benefits of being easy to clean, simple to keep clean and very hygienic.

Heat Resistant

Mixed metals, considerately chosen, offers a heat-resistant material for using in a space in the home exposed to unusually hot temperatures and unusually heated items. There are plenty of materials used in construction that look great but can’t quite take the heat of the kitchen. Metal finishes are not one of them!

Appliance Matching

There are many appliances on the market that are not just made of metal but are made to look metallic. (We’ll dive into this a little more later.) This means that if you’re considering what sort of material to incorporate throughout the rest of the kitchen, mixed metals offer plenty of opportunity to match your general kitchen finishes with your appliances.

Sleek and Appealing

Last but not least, mixed metals look great! While metal is inherently sleek and modern in its aesthetic, there’s no reason why you can’t achieve your chosen interior design style while using these practical materials. Whether you want to achieve an industrial, country, Scandinavian or traditional decor style, there’s a mixed metals option for you!

How can you mix metals in a kitchen?

Choose the Right Appliances

As we mentioned above, metal is a popular material for use in a variety of kitchen appliances, such as dishwashers, ovens, stoves, refrigerators and smaller items like toasters or kettles. What does this mean for you? It allows you to achieve a ‘mixed metals look’ by pairing a chosen material finish with your already purchased appliances! This practical application is easy, affordable and can produce a really stunning visual for your kitchen.

Think About the Faucets

Every kitchen is going to have faucets, and these humble little parts offer a lot of opportunity to add a touch of elegance to an oft neglected section of the kitchen. You can choose anything from brushed nickel or brass to chrome or stainless steel for your faucets. The key here is to remember that you’re mixing metals, so take the opportunity presented by your faucets to add something a little bolder, complementary and stunning to match with your other chosen metal elsewhere in the room.

Cabinet Hardware Looks Great!

Metal cabinet hardware can prove to be not just effective decoratively but equally beneficial functionally. Your knobs, handles, and drawer pulls are all popular and effective opportunities to add in a bit of mixed metal design. You’ll be surprised at just how impactful these little additions can be. Think about what sort of style you want to achieve: Is a black finish going to work best? Maybe some brass? Or simple stainless steel hardware?

Remember the Range Hood

Range hoods are excellent opportunities for using mixed metals. These very practical additions to a home may primarily provide ventilation and remove the odours of cooking, but they can be visual features in and of themselves. Using copper or stainless steel, you can turn your range hood into a focal point aesthetically and add an elegant, subtle yet impactful touch to the kitchen.

Light Up Your Lighting Fixtures

Light is important in a kitchen, especially considering what you’re doing in there. But lighting also offers an opportunity to incorporate metallic finishes. You might prefer track lighting fixtures, pendant lights or even a chandelier. All of these options can look stylish and be functional when made from mixed metals. 

Use the Backsplash

Metal tiles, sheets or finishes for your kitchen backsplash is a practical, functional and stylish way of using mixed metals in the kitchen. The reflective surface will add light and spaciousness to the sink area, and your choice of metallic finish gives you plenty of scope to exercise a bit of creativity and infuse your own personality into the design of the kitchen.

Utilise Your Utensils

Like appliances, utensils and cookware are commonly made from metal, such as stainless steel. Highlighting your mixed metals design style through metallic cookware and utensils is an easy way to achieve aesthetic appeal. This can be especially effective if your kitchen has areas where utensils and cookware are stored in an open display. Additionally, as you replace or update your utensils, you have the opportunity to simultaneously update and play around with your style too. 

Ready to Mix Metals in Your Kitchen? We’re here to help!

The Euro Marble team loves mixed metal finishes in a kitchen and we love to find gorgeous natural stone materials that perfectly complement such a design choice as well!
If you’d like to find out more about how you can mix metals to great effect in your kitchen, or just want to explore some new ideas for your home, make sure to contact us today. We’re the experts in home renovation, design and construction, and we’d be delighted to help you too.