What is a quartz stone countertop?
Quartz stone countertop refers to the cabinet countertop made of quartz stone, mostly made of broken glass and quartz sand. The advantage of quartz stone countertop is that it is wear-resistant and not afraid of scratches, and has good heat resistance. It can be laid on a large area and pasted on the wall, with seamless splicing and durability
Characteristics of quartz stone countertop products
1) Not easily scratched:
Quartz stone plate is formed by vacuum vibration compression extrusion, and the hardness of quartz has reached Mohs 6~7.5 (Austrian mineralogist Frederich Mohs created a hardness table, which is an internationally recognized hardness test method. Level 10 is the highest hardness, and diamond is level 10 ）
2) Extremely resistant to high temperature, without burning:
Reason: Quartz is resistant to high temperatures, while resin is not.
3) True stone feel:
Reason: Because quartz contains 93% of quartz crystals, it feels very similar to stone, and quartz combines the advantages of natural stone and artificial acrylic. So, from a color perspective, it is more colorful than real stone, and there is almost no color difference.
4) Strong resistance to pollution and difficulty in penetrating stains:
Reason: Due to dozens of complex surface treatment methods, its surface structure is extremely tight, and the product is fine and porous, with almost zero water absorption rate; Oils, sauces, tea, juice, coffee, acids, alkalis, and other substances used in general kitchens cannot penetrate, so they have strong anti fouling properties.
5) Antibacterial:
Cause: Because the surface layer and the inside of the material are also dense and uniform, free of pores and gaps, and some antibiotic are built in, the bacteria that are eliminated are safe and clean, can directly contact with food and skin, and is beneficial to food hygiene and human health.
Quartz stone countertop application:
High quality green and environmentally friendly materials with soft and elegant colors and affordable prices are the best choice for green buildings. They are used for kitchen countertops, dining tables, bathroom countertops, window sills, bar counters, interior and exterior walls, floors, etc. They are suitable for a wide range of requirements in different fields such as apartments, office buildings, shopping malls, hotels, subway stations, airports, hospitals, libraries, etc
Basic knowledge of quartz stone countertop maintenance:
1. Do not place high temperatures or hot pans directly or for a long time on the countertop
Hot pots, kettles, or other excessively hot utensils that are directly removed from the stove, oven, or microwave can cause damage to the countertop.
2. Try to avoid using sharp objects to scratch the tabletop during operation
No matter what type of countertop you choose, you should cut vegetables and prepare food on the cutting board. In addition to avoiding knife marks and damaging the blade, it can also achieve better cleanliness and hygiene.
3. Keep the countertop as dry as possible
Keep the countertop clean, try not to soak or accumulate water for a long time, and keep the countertop clean and dry.
4. Strictly prevent corrosive chemicals from coming into contact with the tabletop
Try to avoid touching the countertop with corrosive chemicals in daily life. If they come into contact, immediately rinse the surface with a large amount of soap and water or consult relevant professionals.