Counterbacks Worksurface counterbacks are designed into worksurfaces to provide space for cooking utensils and foodstuffs, so that they are easy at hand when you are cooking, but kept far away from the working area. Counterbacks units are available in all 3 of the Second Nature materials: Steel, Timber and Granite. Materials can be used to co-ordinate with the worksurface or striking effects can be achieved by combining the different materials.