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Q: What are some of the benefits of Staron®?
A: Staron is one of the few surfaces certified safe for direct contact with food. Staron surfaces are installed with imperceptible seams, meaning you can smoothly connect countertops, backsplashes and sinks into a one-piece kitchen system with this design advantage.
Q: Why is HI-MACS® considered Natural Acrylic Stone™?
A: HI-MACS is made of mineral material that consists of approximately one third acrylic resin (polymethyl methacryelate or PMMA) and 5% natural pigments, at 70% its main constituent is natural mineral aluminium hydroxide (ATH) obtained from bauxite (aluminium ore) made by LG Hausys Surfaces.
Q: How long has Corian® been on the market?
A: Dupont™ introduced Corian solid surface in 1967. The formula for the synthetic blend of natural mineral and high performance acrylic has remained since 1968.
Q: What products does Avonite Surfaces offer?
A: Avonite Surfaces is in the unique position of offering both polyester and acrylic solid surfaces. These products share common characteristics but are unique in their applications and fabrication techniques.
Q: What is Marlique™?
A: Marlique Marble by Cosentino® is an enhanced marble made up of 93 percent marble and seven percent polyester resin and pigments. Because it is more durable, consistent, and dependable than quarried or cultured marble it can be used for virtually any bathroom surface.
Q: Why do consumers choose Wilsonart Gibraltar®?
A: Wilsonart Gibraltar countertops and integral sinks resist bacteria growth and staining, and the seamless design means no dirt in groutlines. This product is also repairable and stain resistant.
Q: What is Formica®?
A: Formica Solid Surfacing is a seamless non-porous surface by FORMICA GROUP. This product looks perfectly finished from all angles and offers endless design options, including edgings, accents and inlays for countertops, vanities, sinks or custom applications. Formica Solid Surfacing compliments natural or manufactured products and goes well with Formica® surfacing products, simplifying specification and unifying your design statement.
