Many homeowners have misconceptions when choosing and using countertops. Here is an analysis of high-frequency misconceptions to avoid pitfalls:
Misconception 1: Rock slabs can be easily cut with a knife without the need for care
Analysis: Rock slabs have high hardness and can indeed cut food ingredients, but long-term direct cutting with a knife can damage the blade (the knife becomes dull) and leave fine scratches on the surface of the rock slab (affecting its appearance). It is recommended to use a cutting board for cutting.
Misconception 2: The thicker the quartz stone, the better and more durable it is
Analysis: The conventional thickness of quartz stone is 20mm (for household use), and a thickness exceeding 25mm will increase the load-bearing pressure of the cabinet, and the cost-effectiveness is low. The durability core depends on the quartz sand content and process, not the thickness.
Misconception 3: There is no difference between low-priced and high priced rock slabs, they are both rock slabs
Analysis: Low price rock slabs (less than 1000 yuan/㎡) are mostly imitation rock slabs (ceramic large slabs are impersonated), with poor heat resistance and hardness (cracking when placed in a hot pot). High quality rock slabs have high raw material costs (natural stone+high-temperature sintering), and the price will not be too low.
Misconception 4: Quartz countertops will not turn yellow, but can be exposed to long-term sunlight
Analysis: The resin in quartz stone will age and turn yellow after long-term exposure to sunlight (such as balcony countertops). The area near the window in the kitchen countertop needs to be covered with blackout curtains to avoid direct sunlight.
Misconception 5: The more countertop joints there are, the better for convenient transportation
Analysis: The joint is the weak link of the countertop, and the more joints there are, the higher the risk of cracking and water leakage. It is recommended to choose large-sized countertops (such as 3000 × 1400mm) as much as possible to reduce the number of splices (kitchen countertops should not be spliced more than 2 times).
Misconception 6: Use toilet cleaner and 84 disinfectant to clean quartz stone countertops
Analysis: Toilet cleaning solution and 84 disinfectant contain strong acids and alkalis. Long term use can corrode the resin layer on the surface of quartz stone, causing it to lose its luster and become contaminated. Only neutral cleaning agents can be used for quartz stone cleaning.