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Countertops, or counters, are a type of surface primarily used for food preparation. Small appliances, such as microwaves and toaster ovens, can be placed on counters. Non-freestanding or wall-mounted sinks need to be placed on a counter. Meals will also typically be placed on a counter when they are finished. There are three types of counters: kitchen counters that are usable from one side; island counters that are freestanding and can double as a dining surface; and general purpose counters typically used for cash registers and certain display racks.

Counters, like chairs, are automatically hand-tool selected; starting with The Sims 2, players no longer needed to hold the ⇧ Shift key to place multiple counters down at a time. Counters can be placed around corners; if a counter is placed perpendicular to an existing row of counters, a corner-piece counter will be created where the two ends intersect. In The Sims 4, the "Automatic Counter Placement" feature needs to be disabled for this to work; when enabled, left and right end pieces, along with outer pieces for regular and island counters, are provided. Corner-piece counters can have objects placed on them, but Sims could not use said counters or any appliances placed on them until The Sims 3. Island counters can also be built around corners, though they will not automatically produce corner pieces in The Sims 4.

In The Sims 2 and The Sims 4, dishwashers and trash compactors^[TS2] must be placed under a tile island counter^[TS4] or a regular counter.^{[n 1]} This is not a requirement in The Sims 3. In The Sims, dishwashers and trash compactors cannot be placed under a counter and are always standalone appliances, although objects, including plates, can be placed on top of them. A counter that has a dishwasher or trash compactor underneath cannot have sinks placed on them, as there is no room for the basin and the pipes.

Counters used for food preparation will eventually get dirty and will need to be cleaned. In The Sims 3, using a kitchen appliance placed on the counter will dirty it too.

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The Sims 2

Object name	Price	Description	Available colors	Motive rating	Notes	Content pack
Krampft Industries Value Counter	§140	A renowned kitchen critic has been quoted as saying, "When deciding between Krampft Industries cabinetry and wooden lawn ornaments, invariably one must choose Krampft." High praise for a highly economical kitchen surface.				&BG

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The Sims 3

Pack	Image	Name	Description	Price	Environment
&BG		Country Fried Counter	We're committed to bringing your favorite sights and smells to your home in every way. It's time for home furnishings to be fried - country fried. What looks like paint to the untrained eye is really a decorative batter. It's delicious and reasonably priced.	§140	1
&BG		Country Fried Counter Island	We're committed to bringing your favorite sights and smells to your home in every way. It's time for home furnishings to be fried - country fried. What looks like paint to the untrained eye is really a decorative batter. It's delicious and reasonably priced.	§145	1
&BG		Counter Culture Counter	Locally owned and operated, Counter Culture counters are the trendiest thing in kitchen surfaces. But buyer beware. Their customer service leaves much to be desired, mainly because of this one support guy, Chip. He can be real jerk on the phone.	§215	1
&BG		Counter Culture Counter Island	Locally owned and operated, Counter Culture counters are the trendiest thing in kitchen surfaces. But buyer beware. Their customer service leaves much to be desired, mainly because of this one support guy, Chip. He can be real jerk on the phone.	§220	1
&BG		The Impossible Mission Counter	Your counter, if you choose to accept it, is made of the finest material. Created to withstand intense chopping, it is also pleasing when spied from the corner of your eye. This counter will not self-destruct in three minutes... or three lifetimes.	§475	1
&BG		The Impossible Mission Counter Island	Your counter, if you choose to accept it, is made of the finest material. Created to withstand intense chopping, it is also pleasing when spied from the corner of your eye. This counter will not self-destruct in three minutes... or three lifetimes.	§480	1
&BG		Immemorial Counter	In this ever-changing, ever-growing, fast-faced world, isn't it nice to just sit back and enjoy some good old dependable traditions? Bring that feeling home with this fantastic counter that's hand-crafted from solid values and comfortable certainties.	§625	2
&BG		Immemorial Counter Island	In this ever-changing, ever-growing, fast-faced world, isn't it nice to just sit back and enjoy some good old dependable traditions? Bring that feeling home with this fantastic counter that's hand-crafted from solid values and comfortable certainties.	§630	2
&BG		Real Flat Counter	Contrary to popular opinion, the Real Flat Counter Company did not get its name from making the flattest counters in the business. Actually, the company was named after its founders, Jack Real and Jill Flat.	§800	2
&BG		Real Flat Counter Island	Contrary to popular opinion, the Real Flat Counter Company did not get its name from making the flattest counters in the business. Actually, the company was named after its founders, Jack Real and Jill Flat.	§805	2

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The Sims 4

Pack	Image	Name	Description	Price	Environment	Size
&EP03		BlandCo Contemporary Counter (Used)	A modern kitchen cabinet constructed from the finest particleboard and topped with the finest laminate, but weathered from multiple years of use.	§100	-	1x1
&EP03		BlandCo Contemporary Counter Island (Used)	Feel bad buying things new? Save the environment by purchasing used! You'll get the same handle-free doors that aren't any harder to open. Perfect for any starter home or apartment.	§100	-	1x1
&BG		BlandCo Contemporary Counter	A modern kitchen cabinet constructed from the finest vineered particleboard, topped with the finest laminate money can buy.	§150	-	1x1
&BG		BlandCo Contemporary Counter Island	Save money and hassle! Handle-free doors can help prevent food theft by dumb robbers and/or hungry teenagers. *Results may vary	§150	-	1x1
&EP11		Whittler's Pride Kitchen Counter	The entire line of Whittler's Pride kitchen furniture came to be after a century old whittling competition held in Old New Henford over a century ago between Oliver Jenkins and Jack Whittler. Of course. Jack Whittler won. teaching everyone that sometimes you really can judge a book by its cover... or in this case by its last name. Everyone later learned that Jack Whittler had earned his last name in a previous whittling competition, which is how folk used to get last names back in those days. Jack went on to whittle plenty of other notable items around Henford-on-Bagley. but these kitchen counters were some of his finest work.	§175	1	1x1
&EP11		Whittler's Pride Kitchen Island	This hand-whittled well-loved kitchen island will be there for you every time you need to roll dough. chop vegetables. sneak frosting off the side of a cake. or rest your tea cup. Sure. its sustained some wear and tear over the years. but you know what they say: never trust any food that comes out of a pristine kitchen.	§175	1	1x1
&GP05		BroHill Wood Counter Solution	Perfect for large families, BroHill only uses easy-to-clean, hard-to-stain materials that are guaranteed to last a lifetime. High quality - easy maintenance: that's the BroHill way.	§200	-	1x1
&GP05		BroHill Kitchen Island	This modern kitchen counter can be added as a standalone island or as part of a modular counter top design. It comes in a range of bold color choices. Remember: when you want quality at a reasonable price, go BroHill.	§200	-	1x1
&GP06		Selvadoradian Counter	Simple and straightforward, this counter puts function first and is incredibly efficient in its design. Solid counter top materials, industrial handles, and a sturdy frame that holds it all together make this the counter of choice for many Selvadoradian culinary experts.	§200	-	1x1
&GP06		Forgotten Island of Omisca	Legend tells of an ancient island counter from the jungle, but no one believed it until now! Recently discovered deep in the Omiscan ruins of Selvadorada this island is no longer a myth.	§200	-	1x1
&BG		Corporate Chic Counter Island	Addicted to your job? Can't leave work at the office? Furnish your kitchen with stuff that looks like it belongs in the workplace!	§205	2	1x1
&BG		Corporate Chic Countertop	For those who like to work hard, play hard, and cook hard. This counter is for sharp knives and cutting-edge food for those who deserve it.	§205	2	1x1
&GP10		Modern Countertop by Mikulino	Mikulino's philosophy is of Kitchen, meet counters and cabinets. This marries the perfect balance of industrial and modern, and let's appliances get introduced to their surfaces effortlessly.	§225	-	1x1
&GP10		Modern Kitchen Island by Mikulino	Who doesn't like a good overhang? Your roof has'em, now you can have a Kitchen Island with that look too! Just don't hit your head when picking up stuff that rolled under this modern looking kitchen island. Ouch!	§225	-	1x1
&GP10		Drawerized Counter by Ililnserra	In the kitchen. you need room and storage space to make sure your tools are safe. Young designer Ililnserra had inspiration from her cat as it found things over a drawerless counter to knock over them to the floor. “Drawers, are more than just a place for things to be forgotten, they are a safe space for things to not get lost”	§225	-	1x1
&GP10		Ressessed not Recess! Kitchen Island by MilaMila	Its all about the feet! Our designer MilaMila. got inspired by the way cat feet looks when they are picked up from surfaces. “Feet, they need room sometimes.” she says. These classic styled kitchen island has enough room for some fancy footwork.	§225	-	1x1
&BG		The Harbinger Counter	Come. Set down your things. Shhh! Put them away. Unburden yourself. Trust that what you've been carrying will be held. The Harbinger is not just an extension of a kitchen counter. It's the extension of the human condition.	§235	-	1x1
&BG		The Harbinger Island	Nothing exists in isolation, but only in relationship to everything. Is this a shelf? A cabinet? A counter? Can it not be a shelf-net-er? At Reclamation Homeware, we believe in unity and releasing the concept of “the other.” (Keep an eye out for our fall collection's new fridge-ster-wave.)	§235	-	1x1
&EP10		Mountain Romance Kitchen Counter	Taking your sweetheart on a romantic mountaintop getaway but not super sure how long your relationship will last once you get back “to reality”? Have we got the kitchen counter for you! Perfect for couples who may or may not be on the rocks, this modular kitchen set up is designed to look good no matter how many pieces there are. So whether you and your honey are headed toward marital bliss or splitsville, you can have the peace of mind that if your sweetie runs off with half your kitchen furniture, it won't be something to cry about.	§250	-	1x1
&EP10		Mountain Romance Kitchen Island	Taking your sweetheart on a romantic mountaintop getaway but not super sure how long your relationship will last once you get back “to reality”? Have we got the kitchen island for you! No relationship is an island since there’s always at least two people involved, but in the case that yours is on the rocks, you'll want a kitchen solution to match! The Mountain Romance kitchen island was designed to be flexible, modular, and ready for the perils of everyday life such as counter space, toast crumbs, and heart wrenching break ups. Choose modular. Choose mountain romance!	§250	2	1x1
&GP02		Joose Series Island Style Counter 5B	Expand your Joose collection with these sleek and chic designer island counters. These counters come complete with 2 handles each, strategically placed for maximum Joose reaching capability! (Disclaimer: There's no juice inside, sorry.)	§260	-	1x1
&GP02		Joose Series Tileable Countertop 7A	Start your very own Joose collection with these modern, polished counter-tops. Don’t leave people asking “Where’s the Joose?” These babies will let them know just by looking at them, it’s RIGHT here.	§260	2	1x1
&KP02		Country Charm Kitchen Island	Bring your kitchen back to basics in the best way! Whether you’re baking a pie, several pies, a pie baked inside of a cake or several pies baked inside a tower of cakes, this kitchen island is here for you. It is also suitable for non-pie endeavours if you’re into that kind of thing.	§265	-	1x1
&KP02		Country Charm Counter	This vintage wooden counter has lots of tall tales to tell, gossip to gab about and several secret recipes whispered to it over the years, but unfortunately, it’s just a kitchen counter that was never given the gift of speech. While it can’t talk, it can serve as a great, flat surface to rest stuff on and prep delicious foods.	§275	1	1x1
&BG		S. Cargeaux Counter	A counter so elegant, so wildly upscale, it makes even a meal of humble hot dogs and canned soup taste almost inspired.	§290	-	1x1
&BG		S. Cargeaux Counter Island	Classy folks know that fancy décor is all about patterns. This elegant tile design says, “I only serve my casseroles on fine brand-name paper plates.”	§290	-	1x1
&EP07		Bewitching Wicker Counter	On a wicker kick? We’ve got you! These wicker accented cabinets add a breezy boho feel to any space. It’ll have any houseguest exclaim “Wow! Slick wicker!”	§290	2	1x1
&EP07		Bewitching Wicker Counter Island	That wicker kick of yours can continue kicking right on out into the center of your kitchen! But before we move on, the Bewitching Wicker Counter Island will have to politely question your exuberant houseguests: how can wicker be slick, when it’s actually quite bumpy?	§290	2	1x1
&EP01		Front Desk Extension Mechanism	This is totally not a counter. It is a sophisticated desk extension apparatus. It may be relatively cube-shaped like a counter, seamlessly connects to form larger sections…but definitely not a counter! It does sort of look like one though. Okay maybe it’s a counter.	§305	-	1x1
&SP03		Alpha Beta Phong Counter	Another innovation from the bright young minds of Alpha Beta Phong Sorority! These sleek walnut counters come stained in a variety of colors to match your kitchen’s aesthetic. The true beauty though shines through – quite literally – via the backlit frosted glass panes.	§310	-	1x1
&SP03		Alpha Beta Phong Island	Another innovation from the bright young minds of Alpha Beta Phong Sorority! These sleek walnut counter islands come stained in a variety of colors to match your kitchen’s aesthetic. The true beauty though shines through – quite literally – via the backlit frosted glass panes.	§310	-	1x1
&BG		VAULT Modular Island	Blessed with the same good looks as its namesake, this island provides extra prep space as well as space for dining in a pinch.	§315	-	1x1
&BG		VAULT Modular Counter	Brushed metal and grating doll up the framing and drawers of these modular cabinets with a durable butcher block top.	§315	-	1x1
&GP04		Modern Victorian Counter Isle	A beautiful design; this counter features dramatic wood inlay and beautiful carved patterns throughout.	§320	-	1x1
&GP04		Modern Victorian Counter	It’s the details that really sell this cabinet. From beautiful columned patterns to solid metal fixture, this cabinet has a little something for everyone. What’s your favorite element?	§320	2	1x1
&SP02		Islands By The Aughts	Welcome to the aughts. Take a (small) step back in time to deck out your backyard with these elegant island counter pieces. Some may try and convince you that quartz is the wave of the future, but these granite tops will always be de rigueur.	§330	-	1x1
&SP02		Counters By The Aughts	Welcome to the aughts. When choosing outdoor countertops, your priority should always be looks first, and durability second. Thankfully, a decade of design backs these granite counters, so buy with confidence!	§330	-	1x1
&GP08		The Iron Counter	Made of iron from the thrones of kings and queens of old. This unit comes pre-enchanted for all your cooking and storing needs. We are not responsible for anything odd happening to anything that gets placed on it though, specially if made with fire and plasma.	§340	2	1x1
&GP08		The Iron Counter Island	Like all Kingdoms, they all wish to expand. Made of iron from the thrones of kings and queens of old — as its counterpart The Iron Counter, this unit offers significant space gain, without needing to plan a siege to get it.	§340	2	1x1
&BG		Tall Order Vintage Counter	When you prepare meals on this shining, sanitary countertop, your family will know just how hard you work for them. Earn their love and respect.	§345	2	1x1
&BG		Tall Order Vintage Counter Island	Yessirree, that’s one fine piece of craftsmanship right there. 90-degree angles, flat surfaces, and everything. They just don’t make ‘em like this anymore!	§345	-	1x1

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Cabinets appear in The Sims 3 and The Sims 4 and are styled after their respective counter set. Regular cabinets are hung on the wall and are meant to appear above kitchen counters, while double-sided cabinets must be placed under a ceiling or inside a room. Counters are purely decorative and serve no additional purpose.

The Sims 3

Pack	Image	Name	Description	Price	Environment
&BG		Country Fried Overhead Cabinet	We're committed to bringing your favorite sights and smells to your home in every way. It's time for home furnishings to be fried - country fried. What looks like paint to the untrained eye is really a decorative batter. It's delicious and reasonably priced.	§100	1
&BG		Country Fried Overhead China Cabinet	We're committed to bringing your favorite sights and smells to your home in every way. It's time for home furnishings to be fried - country fried. What looks like paint to the untrained eye is really a decorative batter. It's delicious and reasonably priced.	§105	1
&BG		Counter Culture Overhead Cabinet	Locally owned and operated, Counter Culture is the trendiest name in kitchen cabinetry. But buyer beware. Their customer service leaves much to be desired, mainly because of this one support guy, Chip. He can be real jerk on the phone.	§130	1
&BG		Counter Culture Overhead Cabinet (Double-Sided)	Locally owned and operated, Counter Culture is the trendiest name in kitchen cabinetry. But buyer beware. Their customer service leaves much to be desired, mainly because of this one support guy, Chip. He can be real jerk on the phone.	§135	1
&BG		Hanging Pot Rack	Without sufficient hanging capacity, most kitchens are quickly overrun with stacks of pots, pans and other cooking miscellanea.	§150	1
&BG		Immermorial Overhead Cabinet	In this ever-changing, ever-growing, fast-faced world, isn't it nice to just sit back and enjoy some good old dependable traditions? Bring that feeling home with this fantastic cabinet that's hand-crafted from solid values and comfortable certainties.	§165	2
&BG		Immermorial Overhead Cabinet (Double-Sided)	In this ever-changing, ever-growing, fast-faced world, isn't it nice to just sit back and enjoy some good old dependable traditions? Bring that feeling home with this fantastic cabinet that's hand-crafted from solid values and comfortable certainties.	§170	2
&BG		The Impossible Mission Overhead Cabinet	Your cabinet, if you choose to accept it, is made of the finest material. Created to withstand intense chopping, it is also pleasing when spied from the corner of your eye. This cabinet will not self-destruct in three minutes... or three lifetimes.	§230	1
&BG		The Impossible Mission Overhead Cabinet (Double-Sided)	Never a double-agent, this double-sided cabinet, if you choose to accept it, is made of the finest material. Created to withstand intense chopping, it is also pleasing when spied from the corner of your eye. This cabinet will not self-destruct in three minutes... or three lifetimes.	§235	1
&BG		Real Flat Overhead Cabinet	Made from the miracle mock-marble material called "marckle," Real Flat Counters' cabinetry offers a fraction of the style and durability of real marble, at a slightly greater fraction of the price.	§310	2
&BG		Real Flat Overhead Cabinet (Double-Sided)	Made from the miracle mock-marble material called "marckle," Real Flat Counters' cabinetry offers a fraction of the style and durability of real marble, at a slightly greater fraction of the price.	§315	2

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The Sims 4

Pack	Image	Name	Description	Price	Environment	Size
&EP03		BlandCo Contemporary Cabinet (Used)	This compact unit has just enough room for the basic essentials, is low in height, shallow in depth, and no handles anywhere. There’s lots of history in this cabinet, which may or may not have housed plates, bowls, and the occasional mouse trap.	§95	-	1x1
&BG		BlandCo Contemporary Cabinet (Used)	Give your kitchen an edge with this sleek modular cabinet. With just enough room for your basic essentials, this compact unit is ideal for kitchenettes and intimate modern spaces. Low in height, shallow in depth, with no exterior handles whatsoever, the BlandCo Contemporary Cabinet is functional design at its purest.	§135	1	1x1
&BG		VAULT Wall Cabinets	These modular cabinets deck your walls in industrial good looks, utility with distressed wood finishes, and raw metal trim and framing.	§150	1	1x1
&BG		S. Cargeaux Counter Cabinet	Keep your clutter on the down low, concealed between stately paneled cabinet doors. Such style, such luxury.	§165	-	1x1
&GP02		Joose Series Modular Cabinet 4C	Round out your Joose collection with these exclusive new cabinets! Tired of reaching down low for your Joose? Well now reach up high! To the side! To the other side! Good workout, now go get some Joose.	§175	-	1x1
&KP02		Country Charm Cabinet	This well-loved open-style cabinet's got nothing to hide! Bring a bright, airy look to your space that says "Here I am, world, and I've got baskets!"	§175	-	1x1
&EP11		Whittler's Pride Kitchen Cabinet	Another outstanding piece by Jack Whittler - master whittler of Old New Henford and all the neighboring villages. According to county records, Jack whittled these cabinets in a record time of one hour and twenty-two minutes. For his prize, Jack took home one of the village's finest hen whom he named Jenkins, after his whittling competition rival.	§180	-	1x1
&SP03		Alpha Beta Phong Cabinet	Another innovation from the bright young minds of Alpha Beta Phong Sorority! These sleek walnut cabinets come stained in a variety of colors to match your kitchen's aesthetic. The true beauty though shines through - quite literally - via the backlit frosted glass panes.	§185	1	1x1
&GP10		Be There Or Be Squared Cabinet by Mikulino	Nothing beats a good old square cabinet - except a paper cabinet! Wait, no, I don't think that's how that works... Is that how it goes? reads script frantically OK, let me start again... This cabinet will be a perfect match for your other items from the Mikulino line down to the squareness of it all.	§190	-	1x1
&BG		The Harbinger Cabinet	Clutter is the albatross around the neck of your soul. Yet, the Harbinger cabinet allows you to walk the clear path, unencumbered. Stylish and sleek, it is the perfect fashionable possession to hold all your other fashionable possessions, making it seem, to the mind of the soul, as if you only have one fashionable possession. Sweet freedom!	§200	-	1x1
&GP05		Modern Wooden Under-Mount Cabinet	A life saver for the space spacer! These great looking cabinets hang down from the ceiling and offer fantastically efficient storage.	§200	-	1x1
&GP06		Selvadoradian Cabinet	Perfect to keep kitchens clean and clutter-free, this cabinet hangs over its countertop counterpart to maximize space and reduce wasted motion.	§200	-	1x1
&GP04		Modern Victorian Cabinet	This cabinet attaches to the wall or ceiling to really maximize space and allow for the most efficient layout possible. It's also a great place to hide things from short sims.	§220	1	1x1
&GP10		Reticulated Rectangles by Ililnserra	Quite the modern cabinet by IliInserra. The two tiered reticulated rectangular design allows you to store things out of sight as well as in plain view... are they there? Are they not there? You decide!	§225	-	1x1
&BG		Tall Order Vintage Cabinet	Modern convenience meets vintage style in this kitchen cabinet set that’s as tall on class as it is in height. Designed to impersonate an all-wood cabinet, this remarkable piece is constructed of rehabilitated recycled particle board and contains three interior shelves for maximum storage.	§250	-	1x1

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Trivia

• The internal name for the GeneriCounter in The Sims: Bustin' Out (console) is called "counter_c_kitchen_ikea". Funnily enough, an IKEA-themed expansion would be released for The Sims 2 as The Sims 2: IKEA Home Stuff.

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