In a growing market of metal, granite and composite countertops, one’s left to wonder...what countertop is right for me? If you want longevity, cleanliness and overall aesthetics, then stainless steel might be the right choice for you.

Stainless steel counter tops are by no means the newest product to arrive on the kitchen front. In fact, stainless steel sinks and countertops were first introduced to consumers in 1933. Since the introduction of stainless steel to the kitchen, commercial restaurants have decided to use stainless steel as their primary choice for a number of reasons: it's the only counter that is safe to bleach, easy to clean, doesn't chip and will not crack. In fact, when stainless steel is scratched, the natural protective layer will reform, therefore, reducing the potential harboring of bacteria.

Cleanliness isn't the only factor steering homeowners towards stainless steel. Stainless steel provides a look like no other. By its intrinsic nature, stainless steel has the ability to blend well with all decors. Whether you live in a downtown loft or a turn of the century classic, stainless steel will enhance the look of your home.

Once you make the decision to put stainless steel into your home, you need to contact a reputable custom sheet metal fabricator. Your metal fabricator will help you with all of your decisions down to the proper substrate.


There's a plethora of different grades of stainless steel to choose from and you want to make sure you're choosing the right product. Typically, residential countertops are made from 16 gauge #304 Stainless Steel. This gauge allows for a high stain resistance coupled with added durability.

The initial cost of a stainless steel countertops are comparable with other high-end counters, but the benefit of stainless is added value and longevity. Your new stainless steel countertop very well might be the last countertop you ever purchase.

If you're interested in a stainless steel countertop, feel free to contact your local sheet metal fabricator.