CERAMICS & SINTERED STONE
Ceramics and Sintered Stone are engineered surfaces produced by combining ceramic clays and mineral colourings. They are pressed to create the shape, then printed on and fired to create a large slab.
They have extremely practical properties and the manufacturing process enables patterns to be placed on these surfaces through digital imagery. This allows a quick response to the growing demands of new trends within the market.
Ceramics and sintered stone come in a large selection of colours and patterns from plain surfaces, granite and marble look-alikes, to bright bold colours. Since it is formed through an engineering process, it is much easier to keep up with industry trends.
Colours and patterns are always evolving to fit the demands of the market. If consistency and durability are key in your search, then Ceramic and Sintered Stone worktops should be at the top of your list, along with Engineered Quartz.
CONSISTENCY..
This material will have high levels of consistency when it comes to colours and patterns. As the appearance is created through digital imagery it can imitate Marble, Quartz, Granite - even Concrete, Wood and Metal.
VERSATILITY..
This versatile material can be used for outdoor spaces, indoor worktops, flooring, walls and cladding. The slabs arrive in varying thicknesses allowing a sleek look to be created. A deeper work surface appearance can be created by mitring and cladding. Slabs of 6mm can also be supplied for cladding and flooring.
non-porous..
The ceramic and sintered surface is non-porous and would not require sealing. With some ceramics & sintered stones, once cut, the exposed edges are porous and would need to be treated, some masonry wax colouring may need to be applied too.
design features..
When planning design features, such as draining grooves and mitred edges, we would recommend asking your Worktop Fabricators Federation(WFF) fabricator to see a sample of the finished result, so you can be satisfied with the finished look.
Highly scratch resistant..
In comparison to other surfaces, ceramic and sintered stone surfaces have excellent heat and scratch resistance; you can safely put hot pans on the work surface or cut directly without a chopping board. However, we would always advise caution - Knives, although may not scratch, could leave a metal transfer instead.
WEIGHT & SUPPORT..
Ceramic and sintered stone surfaces are strong, but as a worktop, it is only supported at the edges by the kitchen carcass. Joins and cut-outs can be weaker points and the surface is not designed to support the weight of a person. Do not stand or sit on your surface or place very heavy objects on weaker points.
care & maintenance..
Ceramic and sintered stone surfaces are possibly the most hardwearing of all stone options when it comes to staining/acid etching/scratching in a home environment.
Always refer to the manufacturers guidelines or contact the approved WFF worktop installer as to what cleaning substances can be used for specific stains but realistically your surfaces should not stain with standard daily use.
For daily care of your surface wipe with a moist, soft cloth with either a dilute, mild soapy solution - such as liquid dish soap. Rinse cloth, wring out & then wipe over the surface again to clear any traces of soap. Buff with a clean, dry microfibre cloth. Never use highly abrasive cloth or scouring pads.
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