Engineered stone is made up of approximately 93% crushed natural stone along with acrylic, plastic, and polyester resins. It is one of the best composites for making countertops. Countertops made of engineered stone are designed to resist stains, chips, cracks, and even heat. They are non-porous, maintenance-free, and do not require any sealing. Engineered stone […]
Category Archives: Stone Countertops
The use of engineered stone as a material for kitchen countertops has become popular not just in the United States, but in other parts of the world as well. The many advantages of engineered stone countertops over other types of countertops make them more appealing to many kitchen designers and home owners. If you want […]
Engineered stone countertops are made from a combination of quartz crystals, resin binders, and pigments. Quartz is one of the hardest natural substances on earth, and it makes engineered stone countertops very resistant to cutting, scratching, chipping, and breaking. The nonporous property of quartz makes them extremely durable and easy to maintain. Engineered stone countertops […]
13
Sep
Sep
In spite of being quite expensive when compared to other kitchen countertops, slate countertops do add style and elegance to any kitchen space. Another reason for their increasing popularity is the fact that they require just a low maintenance and care provided that all the necessary initial precautions where taken when installing the slate countertop. […]
Engineered stone countertops are made of 99.9% solid material, leaving very little space for harmful bacteria and other microorganisms to live and develop. They are resistant to heat, cracks, chipping, stains, and harmful chemicals. They generally require low maintenance, and do not require a lot of cleaning time. These features make engineered stone countertops appealing […]
13
Sep
Sep
One of the most important things that you can do to keep your stone countertop looking new is to care for it properly. Some types of stone countertops require detailed maintenance at regular intervals in order to keep the stone of the countertop in the best shape and if this regular maintenance is ignored, then […]
The casting of engineered stone countertops can either be done in the shop or at the site where it will be installed. Where the countertop is cast is actually your choice because companies and shops that manufacture and install engineered stone countertops can cast either way. While most retailers of engineered stone countertops prefer to […]