Top 5 quartz countertops installed by Stone Countertops company. This are the most requested colours and are from from different brands.
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Calacatta Slim – Enduro Quartz
This is from enduro quartz and its the most popular stone when we talk about dark veins on a stone
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Whisper
Whisper is supplied by eezi quartz and it is more popular with pure white porcelain marble tiles, white painted walls, grey cabinets. Whisper is a mid range priced quartz stone.
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Sparkle – Eezi quartz
Sparkle is a white colour quartz stone with a bit of sparkle in the stone. The sparkle in the stone is more settled and can count the bit of glitter in the stone.
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Vanilla
Vanilla is a Sigma Quartz Range and it is the most affordable white colour stone. The vanilla name might make you feel like it’s a Vanilla colour but its an off white stone.
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Sea Shimmer – Enduro Quartz
Sea shimmer is supplied by Enduro Quartz and it is the most popular stone in the market as it blends with more colours in the kitchen eg electronics, grey & beige cabinets
Warm water is best used to wet dried food residue on the stone.
Dish washer
Dish washer can easily remove not only dirt but also protect your stone. Any dishwasher liquid can soak and remove easy stains such as coffee, spices, wines etc,.
Cloth
Fiber cloth is a smooth cloth that can hold water because more water is needed when cleaning a stone.
Heavy duty Razor blade
Heavy duty blade is the best remover for Scrubs on the countertop. You can easily hold it in an angle and push it back and forth to remove hard food residue.
Scrapping off dirt
Protect your stone
Window cleaner can be used to protect granite as is does not contain any oil and has alcohol for a better cleaning and creating a slippery layer.
The�?cutout�?dimensions are the length and width of the opening in the countertop needed for installation of the stove.
Drop-in sink cut out
The distinguishing feature of a drop-in sink is its surrounding rim, slightly wider than the sink opening in the countertop. When installed, that rim rests on top of the counter.
Below the counter, additional mounts screw tight against the underside. The slight lip where the rim meets the counter is then sealed with silicon to provide a barrier to water and dirt.
Pop Out Plug
This is an electrical outlet refers to an outlet that is concealed underneTath the surface of your countertops or kitchen islands for adding convenient power sources to your kitchen
Pop up plugs can be made in squares but the common ones are round and a diameter of 80 to 100 mm can be cut to size.
Bin Led
This is a built-in countertop trash bin with stay open lid is perfect for disposal of organic waste right on your kitchen countertop.
Sink Grooves
This are simple drainage grooves that allow water to drain from your worktop into your under-mount sink.
Prep Bowl
This Round Single Bowl Preparation Sink is perfect for front-kitchen cooking or entertainment areas.
Under Mount or underslung sink cut
An under mount sink attaches to the underside of the counter rather than resting on a rim. Mounted from below, under mount sinks are held tight to the underside with a combination of silicone adhesive or brackets.
Waterfall
Waterfall is a counter going of a stone placed on the down side, this feature is mostly done on kitchen islands, countertops that are exposed on the entrance.
There are lots of countertop options IN the market for kitchens AND bathrooms
This includes granite, marble, quartz, and more. Other materials can cost more than the other and some material has its positive and negative aspects, for instance, some are very strong while others can be stained or scratched.
1.Graniteshow they differ from the other countertops.
Granite usually has a coarse texture individual minerals are visible without magnification.
WHY SHOULD IT BE CONSIDERED
It has been the countertop material of choice when there were no cost issues to consider.
HOW TO CLEAN THE COUNTERTOP use a microfiber cloth to dust off the surface, using a specially formulated natural stone and granite cleaner Supreme is recommended to keep your countertops in the best condition while also protecting the sealer.
DOES GRANITE GET SCRATCHED
Although it’s difficult to scratch granite, it can happen. Another rough piece of granite could scratch a granite counter. Granite does not burn easily. Most pots and pans that you could place on granite would not be hot enough to scorch or damage the stone.
Pro’s
Con’s
Almost impervious to heat
Very expensive material
Very strong and durable
Not suitable for DIY installation
Adds real estate value to home
Slabs may have imperfections
Nearly 3,000 different colors and types available
Can crack if stressed or improperly installed
Knives are quickly dulled by cutting on granite
Stone is porous and requires sealing to avoid stains
2.Another natural stone commonly used in kitchen countertops is Marble .
Because of its extremely high price tag,�?MARBLE�?is not often seen on the entire expense of countertops of most kitchens. More often its luxurious look is limited to use on an island or section of countertop reserved as a nook or a breakfast bar.
WHY YOU SHOULD CONSIDER IT Although it is highly prized, marble may not be the best choice for kitchens due to its penchant for staining and scratching. Newer sealers can reduce the upkeep on marble, but this is a considerably more temperamental stone than granite.
Sauna Room
Floors / Stair cases
Back Splash / Wall Gladding
Pro’s
Con’s
Waterproof and heatproof
Expensive to maintain
Adds to real estate value of a home
DIY installation not possible
Exceptionally beautiful stone, with unique veining
Can be scratched, repairs are difficult as stone may be in 100 of pieces
Stone is porous and stains easily unless sealed
Needs to be sealed every 6 months
3. The engineered stone also known as quartz
This countertop stone that contains as much as 93 percent quartz particles and other minerals, shaped into slabs, and bound with resins. The consist of particles of recycled glass blended with resins and shaped into countertop slabs.
WHY YOU SHOULD CONSIDER IT is available in a larger range of colors than granite and marble and has a non-porous surface that resists both scratching and staining. Some types are convincing copies of natural marble, with similar veining. Unlike natural stone, engineered quartz requires no annual sealing.
Pro’s
Con’s
DIY installation possible
Sensitive to the sun
Easy to maintain, no sealing required
Slabs are uniform, with no imperfections
Can be custom fabricated in any size and shape
Resists stains and is impervious to heat and acid
More convincing, natural appearance than solid surface material
Granite and Stone Complete care kit polish and Sealer
The Weiman granite and marble sealer complete care kit, this is one of the most affordable granite care kit in South Africa for natural stone and DIY instructions on sealing and removing stains are written.
Whats included in the care kit:
Granite and Stone Cleaner
The weiman cleaner keeps the stone looking silky smooth and free from stains and also act as a disinfect.
Because it does not have any oil base ingredients, it is also recommended for sealed stone surfaces including granite, marble, quartz, onyx, travertine, limestone, slate, laminate, ceramic, porcelain, tile, fiberglass & any sealed stone surface.
Granite and stone sealer
The best DIY sealer in the market, easily spray over the counters and wipe. Weiman Granite Sealer provides an invisible, protective barrier that prevents soils from penetrating and staining stone surfaces.
Best recommended for: All solid stone surfaces including granite, marble, quartz, onyx, travertine, limestone, sandstone, soapstone, slate & tile (including grouted tile).
Granite and stone Polish
The granite and stone polish is perfect for removing stains, coffee, lemon, oil, and other stains listed on the package. Simple instructions in applying the paste and let it dry overnight to absorb the stain and remove with a heavy blade.
