Grade: 304 is the standard
304 grade is the widely accepted food-grade standard for kitchen surfaces, resistant to normal food acids and cleaning chemicals. Higher-volume commercial kitchens with heavier chemical exposure sometimes step up to 316, but 304 covers the large majority of residential and standard commercial needs.
Finish for a working surface
Brushed/hairline finish is the practical default for counters — it hides scratches and fingerprints far better than mirror, which matters enormously on a surface that gets used and cleaned daily.
Thickness and edge finishing
A counter surface needs enough gauge/thickness to resist flexing and denting under normal kitchen use — thinner decorative-grade sheet isn't appropriate here. Edges should be finished smooth (rolled or bullnose) both for safety and to avoid sharp raw edges.
Getting a quote
Share your counter dimensions and whether it's residential or commercial-volume use, and we'll recommend the right gauge and finish. See our sheets & plates page for current stock.