Glass Countertop Maintenance Tips

Maintaining your glass countertop is a simple and essential way to ensure that it will stay looking as new as the day you installed it. Glass has become increasingly popular throughout the home because of the vast range of options for use, design possibilities, and durability. At CGD Glass we offer an assortment of glass countertop options as well as a variety of methods used to maintain them. Below we want to share with you the best way to keep your CGD Glass countertops looking new.

Not only do glass countertops bring beauty and a modern look to your home, they are also very easy to maintain. The key to keeping your countertops looking new is to clean any mess as soon as possible. Because glass is non-porous it makes even stuck on stains very easy to wipe down with a washcloth and warm water.

1) Wipe the countertop after any spills, this will ensure that no oils stay stuck to the glass. For some more stubborn stains, a regular glass cleaner should do the trick. You do not want to use any harsh chemicals or rough materials to wipe down the countertops.

2) Make sure you are placing any heavy items down softly. Our glass countertops are almost impossible to crack but being mindful will avoid that all together. Using a small foam mat or even a towel can help create a safe barrier between the item and your countertop

3) Don’t place anything on the countertop with a rough surface that could potentially scratch the glass. Investing in a cutting board is another great idea!

As you see glass countertops require very little maintenance but keeping some of these simple tips in mind is a good way to keep them for a lifetime. Our countertops have the ability to withstand extremely high temperatures as well as substantial weight. We infuse different chemical properties into our glass as well as added thickness to ensure its longevity.

At CGD countertops we use the newest technologies to bring the beauty and elegance of glass into your home. Whether as a countertop, backsplash, or sink we have the ability to fully customize any home project to your fitting.

4 Reasons why you Deserve a Glass Countertop

You’ve reached a point in your life where you won’t settle for mediocre, you only want the best in life and your kitchen is no different.  Glass countertops are the ultimate in high-end countertops for your any home and here are just a few reasons you deserve to own a glass countertop in your home:

1 – Subtle Elegance

The elegant beauty of a glass surface is undeniable, take a look the below picture a client sent us from a recent installation:

2 – Modern Design

Nothing says modern like a gorgeous textured glass countertop in your kitchen, combine it with our unique selection of textures, colors, finishes, & edge work and you can have a modern masterpiece that is also functional.  Check out this picture of another recent installation:

3 – Unique Lighting

The lighting option with traditional countertops are either overhead over directly above the surface, glass countertops are unique in that we can accomplish under-lit­ lighting using HQ LED lights.  We offer both cool white LED and color changing RGB lights depending on your preference:

4 – Because you deserve it!

You deserve the best in life and coming home to a gorgeous set of glass countertops will remind you and your guests every time you step into your kitchen.  Contact CGD today to get your custom glass kitchen countertop order started.

Kitchen Countertop Decor Ideas

Decorating your countertop correctly can mean the difference between a kitchen that looks absolutely gorgeous and one that is totally lackluster.  Here are a few suggestions to make your countertop stand out:

1. Plants!

Plants are a beautiful and fresh way to not only decorate your kitchen countertop, but also make it functional!  Easily grow herbs like cilantro, basil, & rosemary right on your countertop, just be sure to keep them near sunlight and water them regularly.

2. Cookie & Bread Jars

Cookie and bread jars are a great way to keep you and yours kids favorite carb snacks fresh while also adding a quaint piece of décor to your countertop.  There are a variety of different styles to match any kitchen countertop.

3. Organize Your Spices and Sauces in a Rack

Your average kitchen countertop will have a variety of different spices, dried herbs, oils, and sauces.  Solve the clutter and give your countertop a creative infusion by placing them in decorative spice rack.

4. Fruit and Vegetable Baskets

The classic fruit and vegetable basket is always in style and can liven up any countertop.  Wooden baskets are the most traditional route but there are a plethora of different options to be sure they match your countertop.

If you’re interested in doing more than just a facelift to your countertop, contact CGD today to see how we can transform your countertop into a glass countertop masterpiece.

Stainless Steel vs Glass Countertops

Today we will be doing a comparison of two countertop materials Stainless Steel & Glass.  This overview will focus on the pros and cons of both materials to help compare the two options as a kitchen countertop material.

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Stainless Steel Countertops Pros & Cons

 

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Stainless Steel is a steel alloy that contains a minimum of 10.5% chromium.  This type of steel does not corrode quickly and has many commercial and residential uses based on the different types of finishes.

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Pros:

• Durable
• Heat Resistant
• Stain Resistant
• Non Porous
• Hygienic & Easy to Clean

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Cons:

• Scratches will happen
• Can dent if not careful
• Cold look and feel
• These counters are Noisy
• Will leave Fingerprints and Smudges
• Very Expensive (More than glass and granite)

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 Glass Countertop Pros and Cons

 

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Glass comes from sand, silica being the main ingredient in sand and is melted at 1700 Degrees Celsius. Some other materials or minerals may be used to add or change the color and trans-lucidity. Our thermoforming process allows us to then form the glass into a variety of different types of countertops. Glass countertops can also be customized with various textures, edge styles, surface treatments, & LED lighting.

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Pros:

• Versatile, easy to form shapes with
• Can create unique layers to add lighting, space, or artwork
• Non-Porous
• Heat Resistant
• Low Maintenance and Easy to Clean
• Various textures to choose from
• Highly Customizable

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Cons:

• Finding High quality glass manufactures may be difficult
• Expensive
• Repairs may be difficult
• Sharp objects may scratch surface

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If you’d like more info on glass countertops and how they compare to other materials contact us today!

Glass Countertops for Outdoor Kitchens

CGD Glass specializes in creating some of the most gorgeous glass countertops in the world.  We have created glass countertops for all types of homes, kitchen, bathrooms, spaces, and personalities.  But one glass countertop use that is largely overlooked by many is creating a custom glass bar top for outdoor kitchens.  Glass lends itself very well as an outdoor construction element and custom glass bar tops for outdoor kitchens are a great way to impress your friends and family.   Make your next backyard event stand out with a custom glass countertop by CGD Glass!

Check out some of the recent glass countertops for outdoor kitchens CGD Glass has produced:

#1 – The below installation was created for one of our clients to enjoy with their outdoor kitchen area as a bar top, it features our white onyx glass and has a 1 ½” thickness.  It also has some beautiful cool white LED under lighting for a beautiful night time effect.

#2 – The below outdoor kitchen was designed with 1 ½” thick aqua clear glass and our melting ice texture.  It also has some beautiful cool white LED under lighting as well.

#3 – The below glass bar top is one of our favorite countertops that we have built for any of our clients.  It has some gorgeous under lit LED lighting with our 1 ½” thick aqua clear glass and melting ice texture.

The LED lighting looks spectacular during the evening.

As you can see glass countertops lend themselves perfectly to outdoor kitchen bar tops and can truly transform your outdoor experience!  Call us today and speak with one of our glass experts to see how we can design a new glass countertop for your outdoor kitchen.