Product information
The past ten years have seen great strides forward in technology
which has meant a wider choice of materials and techniques
in kitchen design.
Worktops need no longer be laminated lengths of compressed
wood as there is now the choice of granite, Corian and other
attractive materials.
Corian
Corian
is an original solid surface made from a subtle mix of natural
minerals and clear acrylic. It provides a tactile, seamless
and hygienic surface suitable for today’s demanding
consumer. Along with granite, corian is becoming more and
more popular for use as an efficient and attractive worktop.
The unique properties of Corian mean that sinks, individual
curves, inlays, upstands and a variety of other shapes can
be created.
Corian is available in a large range of colours and patterns
including matching or contrasting sinks and in modern or traditional,
simple or complex styles.
Corian is non-porous and highly resistant to stains. Corian
only requires a regular wash with hot soapy water to remove
surface grime but if necessary a gentle abrasive can be used
for more stubborn materials. Red wine, oils and vinegar will
not permanently stain Corian but it is best to wipe up spillage
as it occurs.
Corian can be damaged by excessive heat and scratched if
used frequently as a cutting surface. The use of a heat protection
pad and a cutting board are recommended.
Granite
Granite
is one of the oldest and hardest rock types mostly found in
mountainous areas. Granite has properties which make it suitable
for use in the kitchen and over the past five years granite
worktops have become more and more popular. The very nature
of the product ensures that subtle variations are expected
and are indeed desired, adding to the originality that is
singular and personal.
Granite has the following properties :-
- Ability to withstand extreme pressure loading
- Pleasing to the eye
- Attractive polished finish
- Variety of options in colour and pattern
- Ideal for architectural use – vanity units, cladding,
worktops
- Extremely hard
Although Granite is very stable and very heavy and its molecular
structure renders it rigid. It will not bend or flex in worktop
situations and is therefore not suitable for long span applications.
Chris Jones – “It is very much a matter of choice
for the individual whether to choose granite or plump for
another material for worktops. Granite is a material that
is never regular in its make up and can therefore look attractive
because of its lack of regular pattern.”
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