Countertop Material Comparison€¦ · 02/12/2017 · -Brands include - Cambria, Caesarstone,...
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2G HABITATS COUNTERTOP COMPARISONNATURAL STONE VS. QUARTZ VS. SOLID SURFACE
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Which Material is Best?
-There is no perfect surface
-Choose which is best for you
-Consider the following:-Budget-Color and Pattern-Tactile sensation-Material strengths & Weaknesses
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NATURAL STONEBY 2G HABITATS
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Natural Stone-Appearance Not Uniform - Movement throughout stone
-Stone may have visible natural fissures and pitting depending on design
-Actual color will vary from sample
-Seams are visible
-Must be sealed - recommend once per year
-Durable but not indestructible
-Do not cut or put hot pots on granite
-Natural Stone is porous and can stain
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NATURAL QUARTZBY 2G HABITATS
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Quartz-Generally composition consists of 93% quartz, binders (polyester) and pigments
-Appearance ranges from uniform to varied
-Actual color is generally very close to that of sample
-Seams are visible
-Nonporous - never needs sealing
-Durable but not indestructible
-Resistant to scratches and cuts
-Do not put hot pans on quartz
-Brands include - Cambria, Caesarstone, Viatera, MSI, Zodiaq
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SOLID SURFACEBY 2G HABITATS
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Solid Surface-Made from Acrylic, Polyester or a Polyester blend
-Appearance is Uniform - consistent pattern
-Actual color is very close to that of sample
-Seams are inconspicuous - monolithic look
-Nonporous - never needs sealing
-Durable but not indestructible
-Can scratch, but is easily refinished
-Do not cut or put hot pans on solid surface
-Brands include - Corian, Hi-Macs, Avonite, Livingstone, Staron
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Material OverviewNatural Stone
Quartz Solid Surface
Uniform Pattern N Y/N YRequires Sealing Y N NScratch Resistant Y Y NMold/Mildew Resistant N Y YHeat Resistant Y Y Y/NChemical Resistant N Y NVisible Seams Y Y NCan be stained Y N NEasily Repairable N N YManufacturer Warranty N Y Y