Choose one of the following materials for more information:
GRANITE
The Earth’s oldest Building Material. Granite is quite literally as old as the earth. It is formed from liquid magma, the molten rock still found at the core of the planet, cooled slowly to form a substance approaching the hardness and durability of diamond. Granite is an igneous rock, the name reflecting its fiery beginnings. The chemical composition of granite is similar to that of lava. However, granite owes its hardness and density to the fact that it has been solidified deep within the earth, under extreme pressure. Over the eons, seismic activity has changed the crust of the planet, forcing veins of granite to the surface. Glaciers scraped off layers of dirt, sand and rock to expose granite formations. Typically revealed by outcrops, the deposits have been discovered on all the continents. With natural material like granite, a certain amount of “movement” or grain in the stone must be expected. Many people find this flow and blending of colors to the the most compelling reason for using granite.
QUARTZ
The Legacy Signature Collection is a group of the most popular Legacy colors , and makes up our core color palette. Legacy’s consistent look and charm make it easy to bring an entire room together, matching contertop slab material with floor tiles and mosaics. Legacy is ideally suited for residential and commercial environments, offering unmatched durability, versatility , and beauty. Some suitable applications with Legacy are kitchen countertops and islands, bathroom vanities, tub and shower surrounds, floors, walls, back splashes, fireplace surrounds, and furniture tops. Legacy is also used in commercial applications such as food service environments, table tops, interior wall cladding, flooring, stair treads, bar tops, bathroom partitions, transaction tops, an Cut-To-Size projects. LG Viatera, is categorized as quartz surfacing , and is composed of quartz blended with advanced polymer resins and colorfast pigments. The manufacturing process takes place under intense heat and pressure. The innovative design combined with cutting edge technology makes LG Viatera the highest quality quartz surfacing material available. LG Viatera is 93% natural quartz providing an extremely durable living environment for the most demanding consumers. The LG Viatera product does not need topical sealing, allowing lasting beauty with very little maintenance. This product appeals to those who prefer the elegant look of stone, but desire a product that is easy to maintain. This product is backed by a 10 year warranty.
ONYX Showers & Vanities
The main ingredient in Onyx is Alumina , which is the same as Corain, and all “solid surface” products. This ingredient is in roofing materials and the plastics inside automobiles to slow flame spread and as a smoke retardant. It is in the plastic coating on the wiring in your home (in a much smaller percentage). All manufactures try to get properties which make products work best for their applications. Our application is the bathroom. We use cultured marble type molds to cast our products. This product does have a gelcoat on the surface, which very resistant to water penetration. The Onyx Collection manufactures showers, lavatories, tub surrounds, fireplace hearths, slabs, trim and shower accessories to your specs in almost any shape, size, and color. This product is “YES, Guaranteed Forever”. If, this product ever fails, we will either provide you with a new item or refund the cost.
PORTOFINO
The Portofino Collection is a combination of the most popular Agglosimplex and Marghestone colors from the past two decades and provides a condensed version of our entire marble based product line. The natural beauty and warmth of the finest Italian marble come together with the latest technology to offer an unequalled blend of beauty, strength, and consistency. Portofino is ideally suited for residential an commercial environments, offering a affordable alternative to natural stone. The Portofino collection has become the standard offering for many homebuilders, kitchen and bath centers, across the country. Some suitable applications with Portofino are bathroom vanities, tub and shower surrounds, floors, walls, fireplace surrounds, furniture tops, and back splashes. (NOT recommended for kitchen countertop applications) Portofino is also used in commercial applications, such as interior wall cladding, flooring, partitions, stair treads, and Cut-To-Size projects.
SOLID SURFACE
Solid surface is a solid, homogeneous sheet or slab designed for interior application . It’s primary uses are in residential areas. but have been used extensively in more commercial applications as well. It is an ideal material for bathrooms, kitchens, work stations, vanity tops, transaction counters, and other areas of high visibility and traffic. It has the elegance of stone, but because of thermoformability, offers designers and architects greater creative license and control. It is also extremely durable. Solid surface is stain and chemical resistant. Stains from most household and commercial chemical agents are temporary, and can easily removed with a common cleanser or a Scotch Brite pad. It is also fire rated and heat resistant. The colors and designs are consistent throughout the entire sheet of material. Finally, solid surface is elegant and aesthetically pleasing to the eye as well as to the touch. Solid surface is a beautiful product that catches the eye of everyone.
LAMINATE
Plastic laminate has been part of our surroundings for decades yet most people don’t know much about the product, that is found virtually everywhere – homes, restaurants, hospitals, and even bowling alleys!! The name itself – “plastic laminate”, can lead to misunderstandings. High pressure decorative laminate (HPDL) is made by saturating sheets of decorative and core paper with resins, then pressing them under high heat, fusing the layers into a single sheet. Surprisingly, a sheet of laminate is only 18% plastic resin; the rest is paper. Laminate sheets are bonded, using special adhesives, to “substrates” made of plywood, fiberboard or particle board which give the final product its strength and substance. The laminate surface provides resistance from wear and impact.
Here are some interesting “Factoids” about laminate: Laminate was originally invented as a material for electrical insulation. “Woodies”, the wood paneled station wagons popularized in the 50′s and 60′s, were actually sided with woodgrain laminate. Today, most bowling alleys are surfaced with laminate. Wood lanes can be warped by the weight of bowling balls; plastic laminate lanes allow for a more accurate bowl. We sell Formica, Wilsonart, and Pionite brands of Laminate.
STAINLESS STEEL
Stainless steel, which was first developed in Sweden , is a common name for chromium-iron alloys containing at least 12% chromium. The type of stainless steel used in kitchens and bathrooms is ‘Austenitic’, which also contains at least 8% nickel. Stainless steel is used in many everyday applications in the home, industry, hospitals, food processing, farming, aerospace and in many other areas. Stainless steel is also “green” and healthy for those looking for a safe product, with no adverse effects on the environment. Some of the benefits of stainless steel is it is fire and heat resistance, strong, modern and attractive appearance, and is the first choice for strict hygiene conditions, such as hospitals, kitchens, abattoirs, and other food processing plants. Stainless steel responds well to cleaning, never wearing out from excessive cleaning, as long as the certain procedures are followed. Routine cleaning can be done with using warm water and a cloth. If, more cleaning is needed, you can use a mild detergent and warm water can do a great job. Make sure you rinse the surface thoroughly to prevent staining and spotting. Towel dry to prevent water spots which can be caused by minerals in the water. Fingerprints are on of the biggest complaints about stainless steel, but can be taken care of using glass cleaner. Rinse thoroughly and towel dry.