FreeKitchen Worktops: Sizes and Thicknesses
Kitchen worktops come in long lengths (3000–4100 mm) and standard depths of 600–650 mm, with thicknesses from 12 mm (compact) to 40 mm (solid wood and laminate).
Worktops sold for furniture
| Board | Thicknesses | Common sheet sizes |
|---|---|---|
| Laminate worktop (wood grain) | 28 mm, 38 mm | 3000 × 600, 4100 × 600, 4100 × 900 |
| Solid oak worktop (wood grain) | 27 mm, 40 mm | 3000 × 620, 4000 × 620 |
| Compact worktop | 12 mm | 4200 × 650 |
Worktops thicknesses
Worktops is sold in 12 mm (1/2"), 27 mm (1 1/16"), 28 mm (1 1/8"), 38 mm (1 1/2"), 40 mm (1 9/16"). For furniture carcasses and doors, 16–19 mm is standard; thin sheets are for backs and drawer bottoms.
Worktops sheet sizes
- 3000 × 600 mm (118 1/8" × 23 5/8")
- 4100 × 600 mm (161 7/16" × 23 5/8")
- 4100 × 900 mm (161 7/16" × 35 7/16")
- 3000 × 620 mm (118 1/8" × 24 7/16")
- 4000 × 620 mm (157 1/2" × 24 7/16")
- 4200 × 650 mm (165 3/8" × 25 9/16")
Weight of a 2440 × 1220 mm sheet
At a typical density of 650–1350 kg/m³:
| Thickness | Weight per sheet |
|---|---|
| 12 mm | 23–48 kg (51–106 lb) |
| 27 mm | 52–109 kg (115–240 lb) |
| 28 mm | 54–113 kg (119–249 lb) |
| 38 mm | 74–153 kg (163–337 lb) |
| 40 mm | 77–161 kg (170–355 lb) |
Advantages
- Long lengths cover most runs without joints
Drawbacks
- Heavy and awkward to cut
- Cut-outs for sinks and hobs need care
What it is used for
- Kitchen and utility worktops
- Desks and workbenches
Tips for working with Worktops
- Plan joints away from the sink.
- Seal every cut edge, especially sink cut-outs.
Frequently asked questions
What depth is a kitchen worktop?
Usually 600 mm over 560–580 mm deep base cabinets, giving a small overhang.
