We know the choices you have for selecting your kitchen countertop can be overwhelming. Apart from deciding what color kitchen tops you prefer, you first have to choose what type of kitchen counter material works for you and your family. What are the advantages of quartz kitchen countertops? How do solid surface counters compare with quartz?
Quartz Countertops (Engineered Stone)
1. Man-made non-porous material, made from a mixture of 93% quartz and 7% resin binders and pigments. It has the strength of granite, but is more flexible - making it somewhat easier to handle.
2. Needs no sealing.
3. Mold & mildew resistant. Extremely hygienic, making it a food-safe choice.
4. Uniform appearance. It has the general appearance of natural stone, but with a consistent pattern and color.
5. Seams are visible. As is the case with natural stone, seams are visible; however the darker colors tend to minimize the seam.
6. Durable but not indestructible. It is resistant to stains caused by wine, fruit juices, liquid food coloring, tea, nail polish and remover, and felt-tip markers. It can be damaged by high heat and prolonged exposure to heat. As with any other stone or surface material, strong chemicals and solvent such as Drano?, Liquid Plumr?, oven cleaners and floor strippers will damage the surface. Continuous long-term exposure to direct sunlight (UV rays) may result in slight discoloration of quartz kitchen countertops. Most indoor applications will not apply.
7. Must be professionally installed. Is much heavier than granite.
Solid Surface Countertops
1. Solid surface is a 100% acrylic material which is colored by resins.
2. Uniform appearance, consistent pattern and color. The final product should be very similar to what you see in the showroom.
3. Seams are inconspicuous to invisible.
4. Durable but not indestructible. It is mold and mildew resistant. It is susceptible to heat damage and burns. Avoid exposing the surface to harsh chemicals such as paint removers/thinners, acetone based cleaners, stove/drain cleaners, etc. If these come in contact with the surface, quickly wash off with water, using the appropriate safety measures to avoid injury.
5. Virtually maintenance free. Needs no sealing.
6. Must be professionally installed.
www.china-quartzstone.com. As China's leading supplier of quartz tiles, Foshan Yixin Stone Co., Ltd. is specialized in production of all kinds of quartz stone products, including quartz slabs, quartz tiles and quartz countertops, etc.
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