Countertop materials of different materials and suggestions for purchasing cabinet countertops

The selection of cabinet countertops can be said to be a dazzling array, so what are the product characteristics of cabinet countertops of different materials, and what should be paid attention to when purchasing? Let's take a look at it together.

Artificial stone countertops

Artificial stone (also known as 'artificial marble') is a new type of composite material, because It has the advantages of non-toxicity, non-radioactive, seamless splicing, arbitrary shape, etc., and is gradually becoming the new favorite in the decoration building materials market.

Product features: rich colors, no cracking, seamless bonding, environmental protection, a sense of stone material but no radiation. Artificial stone countertops can be seamlessly spliced, and there is no place for dirt and bacteria. It can be cut and heated to bend to shape a variety of different shapes, which further enhances the overall design aesthetic content and practical decoration of the cabinet. However, the artificial stone market is mixed, and the quality of the plate and the processing technology are uneven, and buyers need to carefully distinguish.

Comments on purchase: Artificial stone countertops are the first choice for environmentally-conscious families, and are currently the most popular countertop materials on the market. The domestic price of seamless artificial stone is about 1200 yuan to 1500 yuan per meter. It is recommended not to buy artificial stone countertops lower than 1000 yuan, as the quality is difficult to guarantee.

Marble countertops

Product features: rich colors, natural texture but crack defects; easy to crack. Natural marble has a variety of beautiful textures, but because stone is a porous material structure, its natural micro-cracks will appear after a long period of use. The cracks are difficult to wipe. Due to the presence of heavy metal substances, there will be a certain degree of radiation, which may cause harm to human health.

Comments on purchase: Natural stone countertops are the most economical material for cabinet countertops, but because some materials are radioactive and do not meet environmental protection requirements, they should be carefully selected. The cost is low, and the most commonly used price is only about 200 yuan per meter.

Stainless steel countertops

Stainless steel is a traditional raw material used in home cabinets and kitchen workbenches. It is generally used in high-density fireproofing. A thin stainless steel plate is added to the surface of the board, the surface is bright and clean, and the performance is relatively excellent.

Product features: stainless steel countertops do not have the defect of fading, no matter how long they are used, the secondary recycling value is also relatively high; the stainless steel countertops are absolutely environmentally friendly and will not have the trouble of radiation; in addition, the basin and countertops are integrated The seamless connection can prevent the breeding of bacteria; the fire resistance, heat and oil resistance are better, no special maintenance and cleaning are also very convenient. The shortcomings of the stainless steel countertop cabinets. However, the visual feeling of stainless steel countertops is colder and harder at corners and joints; although the countertops are resistant to acid, alkali and oil, the wear resistance coefficient is relatively poor. Once scratched by hard objects, it will leave irreparable scars; now on the market The price of stainless steel countertops is between quartz stone and artificial stone, but the production process also needs to be considered. Many stainless steel countertops that are not of good quality will show signs of oxidation after a certain number of years of use.

Comments on purchase: Stainless steel countertops have good overall performance, so special care is required for maintenance. With the decline of stainless steel cabinets, it is difficult to see stainless steel countertops on the market.

Fireproof board countertop

Fireproof board is also called refractory board, scientific name is thermosetting resin impregnated paper high pressure laminated board, It is made of base paper (titanium powder paper, kraft paper) through melamine and phenolic resin impregnation process at high temperature and high pressure.

Product features: The section joints are not well bridged; most of them are low-priced density boards. The materials used in the manufacture of fireproof boards in China are mostly low-priced density boards, which cannot provide effective guarantees in terms of performance and environmental protection. Seamless stitching is difficult.

Comments on purchase: Fireproof board is a relatively affordable material among the cabinet countertop materials, which can be integrated with the cabinet body with the same material, and the overall decoration effect is good.