How to choose the right kitchen apron? Tiles or panels?

During the repair, many different questions arise. Wall color, floor finish, ceiling type - everything becomes important. Because you want the house to be beautiful, comfortable and practical. In the kitchen, one of these questions was the choice of an apron - tile or wall panel? Maybe glass or brick? How to choose the right apron?

1. The standard apron height is 60 cm. Many make it lower - 45-55 cm, and someone lifts it above the hood.
2. The apron should harmoniously fit into the interior of the kitchen and be combined with the furniture.
3. You need to give preference to a moderate shade that does not tire the eyes.
4. If you need to expand your kitchen space, choose an apron with a glossy or reflective surface.

Apron - This is the part of the kitchen that is most often exposed to dirt. Therefore, the material from which the apron will be made must be practical, resistant to moisture, chemicals, high temperatures.

Tile apron

In my opinion, ceramic tiles or mosaics are the most suitable material. They are hardwearing, durable, washable and look great. For a kitchen with a gas stove, this is ideal. Other solutions can be considered with electric cookers.

The variety of ceramic tiles will allow you to create an apron of any kind, any pattern. Modern technology allows you to apply photo printing to tiles, you can make an apron with any print. When laying tiles and mosaics, joints remain - seams that must be wiped with a special waterproof mixture.

The disadvantages of a tile and mosaic apron are the high cost of accompanying work, the complexity and duration of the masonry.

Apron made of plastic panels and MDF panels

The main advantage of the panels is that they are installed quickly enough, does not leave dirt and is inexpensive. Installation can even be done on your own.

Plastic panels - This is the cheapest option for finishing the apron. They look good and are easy to clean. MDF panels are very popular now. Often they are matched to the color of the countertop, which looks very harmonious. In furniture stores, when buying kitchen furniture and panels, installation is often done free of charge. It is very comfortable.

The panels have several disadvantages: fire hazard, the possibility of deformation from high temperatures, some chemicals and mechanical stress.

Compared to tiles and mosaics, the panels look too simple. Fans of expensive interiors are unlikely to appreciate paneling. In general, you need to choose an apron based on personal preferences and the allocated budget.

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