Countertops "IKEA": reviews, types, photos

The IKEA company is very popular among Russian consumers. The ratio of reasonable price and excellent quality attracts buyers to the trading pavilions of the company. A wide range, unique to the Russian furniture market, surprises with originality, brightness and ergonomics. Such quality indicators put IKEA at a high level in the hierarchy of furniture corporations of the Russian Federation.

One of the features of this company is the ability to select parts for various types of furniture. For example, for a couch, you can choose the type of mattress, covers and pillows in accordance with preferences, and there can be several dozen variations on a theme.

A separate category of goods refers to the "Kitchens" section. Here, the buyer has hundreds of layout options, ranging from the configuration of drawers and shelves to the choice of material for each surface. The same applies to countertops.

There are several groups of countertops depending on their purpose.

• kitchen
• for dining rooms;
• for desks.

They differ in materials, the principle of assembly and the presence of additional accessories.

Kitchen worktops

Kitchen sets from "IKEA" have established themselves in the furniture market for a long time. But the company does not stand still, and designers come up with more and more options for comfortable furniture. The company assigns an important role in the design of the kitchen to countertops, highlighting this product as a separate group of products. IKEA produces twelve main series of kitchen worktops. They differ in the material from which they are produced, the transformation functions and the presence of additional parts. Reviews of IKEA worktops for the kitchen indicate the demand for this product in various parts of the country.

"Selyan"

Reviews about IKEA worktops for the kitchen are only positive. Buyers point to the ratio of low price and high quality product. The countertop "Selyan" is made of the following materials:

• Chipboard;
• high pressure laminate;
• unbleached paper;
• polypropylene.

The countertops of the Selyan series are made of a strong and durable laminate. This is a material that is formed from many layers of paper. Under pressure and using special technology, paper laminate is converted into panels that are used in various fields. Despite its strength, it is worth observing simple ways to care for it: do not put hot without a stand, do not rub with rough metal brushes. Subject to simple care measures, IKEA Selyan countertops, according to customer reviews, last a very long time.

Karlby

The composition of the Karlby countertop contains the following materials: particleboard, a thin layer of wood, acrylic impregnation and a special film.

Unique countertops are made according to modern standards of the furniture industry using layers of natural oak, walnut, birch or beech. These types of countertops are very durable. They comply with high environmental standards. Due to the fact that the furniture consists only of layers of wood, the company, without reducing the quality of the product, takes care of preserving the environment.

On the countertop “Karlby” from “IKEA” reviews are most often neutral. Some consumers point to the impracticality of this type of coating in the kitchen because of its absorbent abilities. If you do not have time to remove food stains within a few minutes, the woody top will absorb pollution.

Hellestad

Hellestad countertops consist of:

• Chipboard;
• laminate flooring;
• reinforced polypropylene.

The original and stylish double-sided countertop of the Hellestad series, is made using unique technology from simple and picky materials. Laminated countertops are edged with metal sides, which serves as an additional barrier to the passage of moisture. In addition, these elements give the product a stylish and sophisticated appearance.

Ekbakken

The composition of the materials countertops "Ekbakken":

• polypropylene;
• laminate (melamine).

Reviews on the countertop "Ekbakken" from "IKEA" contain only positive points. This is due to its strength and durability. The moisture-resistant structure of melamine from which the countertop is made allows its use in the immediate vicinity of the sink. And the product options in different colors allow you to use it in kitchen compositions in any interior.

"Mellecula"

The materials used in the worktops of this type: solid oak with oil-acrylic impregnation (product edge), paper (the inside of the worktop) and chipboard (the main elements of the furniture plate).

"Mellekula" is a unique wooden countertops created by the IKEA plant using environmentally friendly technologies. The upper part of the product consists of solid wood. Inside is a chipboard. This design saves natural resources. Positive feedback on the IKEA wooden countertop is most often associated with the beauty and uniqueness of the wood pattern on its outer side.

Gottsher

Countertop Materials:

• main parts: moisture resistant MDF;
• external and internal side: high pressure laminate;
• edge: polypropylene.

The main part of the Gottsher product is a moisture-resistant material consisting of fine wood fibers. MDF panels form the basis of a double-sided worktop. Resistance to moisture is noted in reviews of IKEA worktops in the Gottsher series.

"Kasker"

The material of the Kasker series is a quartz composite.

The highest-priced IKEA worktop is a product made from special quartz stone. The peculiarity of this material lies in the properties of the material. Firstly, the main advantage of the composite is its strength. It was she who attracted manufacturers of kitchen furniture. Secondly, the absence of pores makes this material almost 100% moisture resistant, which is its advantage among other materials used in the manufacture of kitchen worktops.

Countertops for the dining room

An important component of any dining room is, of course, the table. He flaunts in the middle of the room, and behind him are all the most important holidays. Therefore, the choice of countertops for this piece of furniture will be important. The IKEA company offers 5 series of tabletops for dining rooms.

Worktops for desks

The difference between IKEA desks and this type of furniture from other companies lies in the possibility of choosing a countertop separately from the tabletop, legs and other accessories intended for them. The furniture factory offers consumers several series of tabletops for desks.

Gertron

The Gertron series is represented by products from solid beech wood coated with oil. This type of product belongs to ecological products.

Reviews on the IKEA worktops of the Gertron series are mostly with a plus sign. Most often, the product is environmentally friendly, as well as its durability. Some consumers talk about the possibility of restoring a damaged surface through light manipulations - sanding the surface and then impregnating it with wood oil.

Climpen

Klimpen worktops are made of fiberboard, covered with acrylic paint and film. This is the easiest product option. Therefore, the price is quite low.

Lynmon

The materials from which the products of the Lynmon series are made:

• upper part: fiberboard, acrylic paint;
• frame: chipboard, ABS plastic;
• filler: paper;
• bottom: fiberboard.

Ginmon countertops are very light, but quite durable. The plastic frame allows you to make a countertop of any shape. Original ideas and customer requests are embodied by the company's specialists to order.

Hilver

The upper and lower parts of the countertops of the "Silver" series are made of bamboo coated with transparent acrylic varnish. The frame of the product is bamboo. Countertop fillers are unique, patented honeycomb panels made from recycled paper.

Such furniture elements are durable, easy to operate and give a noble look to any interior.