What are the advantages and disadvantages of marble countertops

When buying 　　 cabinet countertops, many people hesitate between acrylic and marble. I believe that those consumers who want to choose marble countertops must really want to know what are the advantages and disadvantages of marble countertops? Next, I will introduce it to my friends.

The advantages of 　　 marble countertops

　　 does not deform, has high hardness, and has strong abrasion resistance. After long-term natural aging, the structure of the rock is uniform, the linear expansion coefficient is extremely small, the internal stress disappears completely, and it is not deformed. It is not afraid of acid, alkaline liquids, corrosion, no rust, no need to apply oil, not easy to stick to dust, easy and simple maintenance, and long service life.

　　 abrasion resistance, high temperature resistance, maintenance-free. Good rigidity, high hardness, strong wear resistance, low temperature deformation. There will be no scratches, it is not blocked by constant temperature conditions, and its original physical properties can be maintained at room temperature.

　　 is physically stable, well-structured, impacted, the grains fall off, the surface has no burrs, does not affect the plane accuracy, the material is stable, can ensure long-term non-deformation, the linear expansion coefficient is small, the mechanical accuracy is high, and the Rust, anti-magnetic and insulating. It is not magnetized, can move smoothly during measurement, has no sense of stagnation, is not affected by moisture, and the plane is weighed well.

Disadvantages of 　　 marble countertops

　　 Because it is naturally formed, the fine loose cracks are easy to break. Because the stone is a porous material structure, if there is dirt and sewage infiltration during production, transportation or construction , It is difficult to clean and easy to crack. In daily cleaning, it is inevitable that some residues and dirt will fill in the cracks as the wipes are wiped, and become a breeding ground for bacteria.

　　 In the long process of natural stone formation, due to the presence of heavy metal substances, there will be more or less radiation, which may affect the body, but it is more psychological.

　　Marble countertop thickness standard

　　Because the decoration environment is different and the needs of each family are different, there are many specifications for the thickness of marble countertops on the market, common ones are 6mm, 12mm, 15mm, 20mm, 30mm and so on. The specific thickness dimension needs to be discussed with the designer. Supervision is very important when installing countertops. The quality of construction directly affects the quality of the daily backstage. Supervisors can avoid cutting corners and materials, so as not to cause property damage to the owner. After the construction is completed, be sure to ask professionals to help with the acceptance.

　　 Finally, I remind everyone that when buying marble countertops, you must pay attention to its quality. There are many kinds of marble countertops on the market, and the quality is certainly uneven. How to choose a safe and secure countertop? Here we must not only choose good brands and good reputation manufacturers, check the qualification certificates, but also learn to identify ourselves. It depends on whether the color of the sample is pure and not turbid. The surface should be fine and tight, without plastic texture, and without small pores on the reverse side. Smell with your nose, there should be no pungent odor. Touch with your hands, the surface of the countertop should be fine and smooth, with a good touch, not stagnant, not astringent, and not uneven. Then use your fingernail to scratch the surface of the stone, the good marble will not appear scratches. Finally, take two samples and knock each other, and the good quality will not be broken.

　　How to choose countertops

　　 Artificial stone countertops to buy: Look

　　 When buying artificial stone countertops, first observe whether the color of the product is pure or not. , Is the permeability good enough? If the surface has a grainy feel similar to plastic and there are small pores on the back of the board, then you need to be particularly vigilant, because such a product is obviously flawed. It not only affects the aesthetics, but may even have potential problems in quality. The price of such artificial stone countertops is usually very low. In order not to affect family life, it is best not to buy such products.

　　 Artificial stone countertop purchase: touch

　　 The so-called touch is divided into two levels. Rough touch and uneven feeling. This method can be used to identify whether the countertop is made of aluminum hydroxide or calcium carbonate. The second is to scratch with your nails. If there are no obvious scratches, the material of the product is still very good. Through the touch, consumers can also feel the pros and cons of the product more intuitively to determine whether the price of the artificial stone countertop is consistent with the quality of the product.

　　 Artificial stone countertop purchase: try

　　 personally test the product, you can use soy sauce, edible vinegar or a lighter to judge whether the product will not penetrate, change color and have flame retardant effect . It should be noted that the seller's consent must be obtained when testing to avoid disputes. And this way can better judge whether the product you want to buy is in line with the price of artificial stone countertops.

　　Man-made stone countertops stubborn stain cleaning

　　Glossy surface: Use a decontamination cleaner to polish it in a circle, then wash it, and then dry it with a dry towel. Wipe the entire countertop with a scouring pad at intervals to keep the surface smooth

　　 Matte surface: Use a scouring pad dipped in a non-abrasive cleaning agent and rub in a circular direction. Dry it with a towel and use a non-abrasive polishing material to enhance the surface effect.

　　High-gloss surface: Use a sponge and a non-abrasive polish. Dirt that is particularly difficult to remove, can be polished with 1200 grit sandpaper, and then brightened with a soft cloth and brightener

　　 Stubborn dirt cleaning: For those stubborn dirt, the decontamination should be based on the different surface conditions of the artificial stone countertop To proceed