We must always keep the countertop free of bacteria
The countertop is the flat segment found in the upper section of a base cabinet . In some countries , the countertop is known as a countertop .
Kitchen or bathroom furniture
It is common to find countertops in kitchen and bathroom furniture. This complement is very useful as it supports various types of products and utensils and enables the development of different actions.
It is essential that the countertop be resistant so that it can fulfill its functions. In the case of the kitchen countertop , it must be able to tolerate the high temperatures reached by pans, pots and other implements once the food has been cooked.
Generally, the kitchen countertop is also expected to resist cuts and knocks . Another important aspect is that it is not affected by water and that it can be easily cleaned because, due to its characteristics, it tends to get dirty frequently.
As for the bathroom counter , it is usually used to support toiletries such as soap, deodorant, etc. Moisture resistance is very important in this type of countertop.
Materials
It should be noted that the materials used to manufacture the countertops are varied. It is possible to find steel countertops , stone countertops , wooden countertops , and laminate countertops , among others. Each material offers different characteristics based on its properties, in addition to having a differential aesthetic.
Marble countertops (a limestone) and beech countertops (a tree in the Fagaceae family group), for example, are often chosen for their decorative value. Laminate countertops , on the other hand, provide advantages especially when it comes to cleaning.
Cleaning the countertop
Returning to hygiene , we cannot fail to highlight its importance in both kitchen and bathroom countertops. In the first case, the main reason is that we support food, dishes, glasses, plates and cutlery, among other utensils that we use when cooking, on it. Disinfectant cleaning never hurts in the place in the house where we prepare food.
The bathroom has another use, but it is similar to the kitchen in terms of our vulnerability when we use it: in this room we wash our hands and teeth, in addition to cleaning our bodies without any protection against the bacteria that live on the floor, the walls and furniture. While it is impossible to eliminate them completely and forever, good cleaning habits can greatly reduce the risks of infection.
We place the soap and toothbrushes on the bathroom counter.
In both cases, choosing the most appropriate cleaning product for our situation and needs is the fundamental point for a healthier life. One of the factors that we must take into account to resolve this first decision is the age of the family members: if there are small children, we must choose the least harmful ones in case of accidental ingestion. The same applies to pets, such as dogs and cats, who often lick surfaces to pick up food scraps and other objects that catch their attention.
There is a wide variety of commercial products that do a good job in all types of homes , but we must also consider homemade mixtures that we can make with vinegar, baking soda, table salt and other products that do not pose any danger to children and the animals. After preparing food or the whole family has taken a bath, disinfecting the countertops and other furniture in each room is a good practice that takes a couple of minutes but offers invaluable peace of mind.