We all know that there are many stone materials that can be used for decoration and made into various home decoration products, and now many people love to use stone materials for furniture, such as marble tables, such as artificial stone background walls, today EDG Stone will give you Introduced are several kinds of stone that can be used as cabinet countertops.
1. Marble
Composed of calcite, limestone, and dolomite, the main component is calcium carbonate. It is easy to be weathered, its texture is soft, and its hardness is weaker than that of granite. Because there are many types, when choosing to use marble as a countertop stone for cabinets, remember to choose a relatively hard one.
2. Granite
The main components are feldspar and quartz stone. Because it is a plutonic rock, it is harder than marble in nature, has better wear resistance, is not easy to weather, and its color can last for a hundred years. It is the recommended material for cabinet countertop stone. Commonly used as countertop stones are Symphony Red, Indian Red, Black Sands, British Brown, and Royal Brown.
3. Quartz stone
Quartz stone is a new type of stone artificially synthesized by more than 90% of quartz crystal plus resin and other trace elements. Its main material is quartz, which is another affordable and durable countertop decoration material after artificial stone.
What stone is best for a kitchen countertop?
Quartz countertops and marble countertops are both good.
Stone countertops are generally divided into natural stone and artificial stone. Among them, quartz stone is the most popular material among artificial stones. Because there are many obvious advantages and high-cost performance, 80% of families will choose it now. The Mohs hardness of quartz stone reaches 7.5 degrees. It is not easy to be scratched by sharp objects. It is resistant to acid and alkali and high temperatures. It is no problem to put the burned pot directly. Pollution is strong.
The most common countertop material of natural stone is marble, and its noble appearance is favored by many people. If marble is used for kitchen countertops, it has good hardness and high hardness. The advantages are no deformation, high hardness, strong wear resistance, corrosion resistance, and high-temperature resistance. The surface texture is beautiful, and it feels good after polishing, with a sense of gorgeousness and gloss.
Natural stone materials, granite materials, quartz stone materials, stainless steel materials, and fireproof board materials are all available.
Kitchen countertops need to be fire-proof, high-temperature resistant, oil-stain-resistant, and aesthetically pleasing, so the material selection requirements for stove tops are very high. There are many different materials on the market that can be used to make stovetops.
Granite is a relatively common material, which is not only wear-resistant but also has high hardness. At the same time, it can be made into a long and narrow overall countertop, so there are no splicing cracks, and bacterial stains are not easy to breed. In addition, granite has the function of resisting bacteria and is more healthy to use.
What kind of stone is good for bay window countertops? How to choose and buy stone for bay window countertops
Stone countertops are undoubtedly the best choice for bay window countertops because they are not afraid of moisture or sunlight, will not deform, and are easy to clean and maintain. So, what kind of stone is good for bay window countertops, and what are the methods of purchasing stone for bay window countertops?
Most of the bay windows are rectangular or trapezoidal, with glass on three sides. The height of the window sill is relatively low, the lighting is better, and the window sill is spacious, which is an extension of the indoor space. Stone countertops are undoubtedly a better choice for bay window countertops because they are not afraid of moisture, sun, or deformation, and are easy to clean and maintain. So, what kind of stone is good for bay window countertops, and what are the methods of purchasing stone for bay window countertops?
The material of the kitchen countertop needs to be durable, which can prolong the service life.
1. Rough and original natural stone material
Natural stone has a unique beautiful grain as well as a hard texture. Therefore, the kitchen stove made of natural stone is not only resistant to high temperatures and scratches but also has good wear resistance and low cost. It is an economical and practical stove material. These are its advantages. The disadvantage is: there is a limit to the length of natural stone, even if they are spliced together, they cannot achieve a seamless effect.
2. Granite material with antibacterial properties
As a traditional kitchen stove material, granite has high density, high hardness, and is extremely wear-resistant. As a stone, granite is superior to natural stone in that it can be made into a long and narrow overall countertop without joints, which means Does not hide dirt easily. Moreover, experiments have proved that among the materials that can be used for kitchen stoves, granite has better anti-bacterial regeneration ability, so it ensures health and hygiene.
3. Beautiful and atmospheric quartz stone material
At present, the most popular kitchen stove material in the market is quartz stone. The quartz stone stove looks beautiful and generous, with a high gloss, and feels smooth and cool to the touch. Second, quartz stone has no radiation hazard. Third, quartz stone has excellent properties such as super wear resistance, high-temperature resistance, corrosion resistance, non-toxicity, etc., and has a long service life. The disadvantage is that the color of the quartz stone stove is single, the stitching is seamed, and the price is high.
4. Durable stainless steel material
Stainless steel cooktops have high hardness, high-temperature resistance, and long service life, and are traditional raw materials for household kitchen utensils. Moreover, the stainless steel cooktop is generally made of a thin stainless steel plate on the surface of the high-density fireproof board. It is also easy to clean in a greasy place like the kitchen and has good antibacterial performance.
