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Disadvantages of using artificial stone countertops
   Artificial stone is recognized by the market as the most suitable cabinet panel material for modern kitchens. Compared with other materials, artificial stone combines beauty and practicality. It has the most abundant colors and can be formed as a whole. At the same time, it can be seamlessly bonded at any length, and there is no trace at the seam. It can create a table with various shapes. . At the same time, it has strong wear resistance, acid resistance, high temperature resistance, impact resistance, compression resistance, bending resistance and penetration resistance. There are no pores on the surface, and it is not easy to harbor bacteria.
Advantages: Refers to the acrylic stone countertops, which have the advantages of seamless splicing, changeable shapes, various colors, easy polishing, grinding and repairing.

Disadvantages: The hardness of the artificial stone countertop is slightly poor. If you don't pay attention when placing the tableware, or drag the pot directly on the countertop, it will leave scratches after a long time. Long-term storage of overheated pots and pans will also tarnish the countertop. If dark liquid (such as soy sauce, vinegar, etc.) is spilled on the countertop, it is not cleaned in time. After a long time, the stain will penetrate into the countertop and it will be difficult to wipe it off. When placing heavy objects on the table, if the force is uneven, it may cause cracks on the table. When chopping vegetables, especially meat, the chopping board used is too small, which will also cause excessive local stress. In addition, if the countertop mat is made of wood, you should also pay attention to moisture-proof. One side of the wooden strip absorbs water and expands, which will also cause uneven force on the countertop, resulting in cracks.
Maintenance: Artificial stone countertops are easy to repair. After scratches or stains seep in, you can ask a special maintenance person to polish and polish them, or you can use a special water sandpaper to polish them yourself. When there is a crack, it is generally glued with stone first, and then polished.
In order to avoid the trouble of repairing, you should pay attention to maintenance at ordinary times. When placing the tableware, handle it gently, do not drag it, and put a heat insulation pad; keep the table clean at all times, wipe off the dirt with a damp cloth in time, and then dry the table with a dry cloth , to prevent stains from penetrating into the countertop, it is best to place a gasket under the liquid seasoning bottle to prevent the liquid remaining on the bottle from eroding the countertop; place heavy objects evenly, do not cut vegetables directly on the countertop, and use a suitable chopping board, pay attention to Moisture proof and regular polishing and waxing.
Tip: It is recommended that consumers use artificial stone countertops for two or three months, first wipe the surface with a rag, then wipe the countertop with a sponge dipped in floor wax, let it dry for five to ten minutes, and then perform a second waxing. Makes the countertop as bright as new.
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