Common cabinet countertop material-artificial stone

Artificial stone is recognized by the market as the most suitable cabinet panel material for modern kitchens. Compared with other materials, artificial stone combines beauty and practicality. It has the richest colors and can be formed as a whole. At the same time, it can be seamlessly bonded at any length, and there are no traces at the seams, which can create a variety of tabletops. . At the same time, it has strong functions such as wear resistance, acid resistance, high temperature resistance, impact resistance, compression resistance, flexural resistance, and penetration resistance. There are no pores on the surface and it is not easy to hide bacteria.

Advantages: refers to acrylic countertops, which have the advantages of seamless splicing, variable shapes, diverse colors, easy polishing and repairing.

Disadvantages: The artificial stone countertop has a slightly lower hardness. If you do not pay attention when placing the tableware, or drag the pot directly on the countertop, scratches will be left after a long time. Long-term overheating of pots and utensils will also cause the countertop to lose its luster. If a dark liquid (such as soy sauce, vinegar, etc.) is spilled on the countertop and it is not cleaned in time, the stain will seep into the countertop and it will be difficult to wipe off. When placing heavy objects on the countertop, if the force is uneven, it may cause cracks on the countertop. When cutting vegetables, especially meat, if the cutting board is too small, it will also cause local stress. In addition, if the countertop pad is made of wood, you should also pay attention to moisture prevention. One side of the wooden strip absorbs water and expands, which will also cause uneven force on the countertop, leading to cracks.

Maintenance: Artificial stone countertops are easy to repair. After scratches or stains have penetrated, you can ask dedicated maintenance personnel to polish and polish, or you can use special water sandpaper to polish. When there is a crack, it is generally glued with stone first, and then sanded.

In order to avoid the trouble of repairing, always pay attention to maintenance. When placing the tableware, handle it gently, without dragging, and put the heat insulation pad; keep the countertop clean at all times, wipe off the dirt with a damp cloth in time, and then dry the countertop with a dry cloth In order to prevent stains from penetrating into the countertop, it is best to place a gasket under the liquid seasoning bottle to prevent the remaining liquid on the bottle from corroding the countertop; place heavy objects evenly, do not cut vegetables directly on the countertop, and use a suitable chopping board. Moisture-proof and regular polishing and waxing.

Tips: It is recommended that consumers use artificial stone countertops for two to three months, first wipe the surface clean with a rag, and then wipe the countertop with a sponge dipped in floor wax, let it dry for five to ten minutes, and then wax it again. Make the countertop as bright as new.