About Solid Surfaces

Solid surfaces are one of the most popular and attractive options for kitchen and bath countertops. Available in a wide variety of types, colors and styles, this manufactured product is actually made of "acrylic resins", a substance that provides a desirable Class 1 fire rating. Solid surfaces also contain pigments and particles to add color and the look and feel of textured stone. Solid surfaces offer an enormous variety of color and texture choices. Among its main features, a solid surface can be cut to any shape, and it comes in a variety of finishes, from high gloss to dull matte. It’s important to point out that a solid surface is the only countertop material that allows a molded sink to be seamed directly to it, with no caulking or gaps.

The following are a few of the many benefits you’ll enjoy when you choose a solid surface for your countertops:

•Resembles natural stone
•Consistent color and texture
•Low maintenance: easy to clean and no grout to scrub
•Non-porous: stains and moisture don’t soak in
•Resistant to chemicals and scratches
•Easy to repair
•Durable
•Virtually seamless

Following is a list of solid surface types that Connecticut Soapstone stocks and provides to our clients and customers:

Avonite®
Since 1983, Avonite® Surfaces has been a pioneer in solid surfacing, highly regarded for the quality of its product and its spirited innovations. Over the years, the company has introduced realistic textures, recycled products and rich collections inspired by glass, concrete, precious metals and other natural materials. These surfaces became international favorites when they were incorporated into the design of leading hotels, resorts, specialty restaurants and unique corporate environments. Today, they’re equally well known for the distinctiveness that they bring to personal residential projects.
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Corian®
The famed DuPont™ company created this wildly popular solid surface category more than 30 years ago. An advanced blend of natural materials and pure acrylic polymer, Corian is a brand that has earned trust and respect as a material that brings design versatility, long-term performance and value to any environment. Much more than merely a countertop substance, Corian® is just as appropriate for vertical applications as it is for horizontal surfaces and even furniture and lighting. Thanks to its unique balance of beauty and performance, Corian® readily lends itself to an entire spectrum of imaginative uses, innovative interpretations and enduring applications.
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Eos®
Eos® bridges the gap between a seamless solid surface and a high-end laminate. The three-centimeter (1 ¼-in.) thick material offers all the advantages of a premium solid surface, but in a thicker, more durable material that can be purchased at a surprisingly low price. By eliminating up to 75 percent of the labor required for a traditional ½-in solid surface, Eos® combines the massive look of granite with a lower price point and faster delivery. The end result is a true value in the classic sense—a higher quality product at a competitive price, offering you the flexibility to create the countertop you’ve always wanted.
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Formica®
Formica® Solid Surfacing is an elegant material available in a variety of colors and granite-like patterns. It offers a rich, luxurious feeling to kitchen counters, work islands, wet bars, vanity tops, windowsills, tabletops and many other applications. Formica® is not only one of the most beautiful surfacing materials available today, but also one of the most durable. It’s resistant to heat, stains, bacteria and impact. It’s nonporous, with the same color and pattern running throughout its thickness. This combination of features provides a deep, rich appearance that’s easy to care for, so its beauty can be preserved for years to come.
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LG HI-MACS
The LG HI-MACS’ expansive color palette offers a remarkable selection of the hottest colors and textures available today. You'll appreciate the design flexibility that only LG HI-MACS brings to the industry. with a wide spectrum of color choices, the product also offers stain and chemical resistance. LG HI-MACS are non-porous in structure, enabling nearly effortless fabrication and seamless installation. HI-MACS’ durability and stain resistance make it an ideal choice for countertops, kitchen tops and other surfaces subject to hazards of moisture and heavy wear. Even the most pristine areas won't succumb to coffee, ink or other stains. What’s more, no special cleaning products are necessary to keep HI-MACS looking beautiful day-in and day-out.
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Meganite™
Meganite™ is often preferred because it’s easy to maintain, as well as being beautiful, durable and affordable. This anti-bacterial, stain-resistant surface features water-tight, inconspicuous seams and seamed-in, under-mount sink applications. You may select from unlimited edge profiles to get the exact look you want. With simple routine maintenance under the guidelines outlined, Meganite™ will offer years of carefree service and satisfaction.
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Mystera®
Mystera® delivers the beauty of natural stone to your home, yet with the benefits of a solid surface. This surface product offers elegance for your kitchen countertops, center island, vanity tops, tub surround and shower walls. It offers style and sophistication while still providing easy care and durability for lasting beauty. The cost-effective alternative to natural stone, Mystera adds an element of design with the functionality of easy cleaning and low-cost maintenance.
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Wilsonart®
Imagine a surface that's as durable as it is beautiful, a surface that allows you to create the look and design you've always wanted. That's why Wilsonart® created Gibraltar® and Earthstone® Solid Surfaces. These ½ -inch thick, 100-percent acrylic-based surface products are solid, nonporous and don’t require sealing. They're naturally resistant to heat, mold, mildew and most stains; even tough stains can be easily buffed away. Wilsonart® surfaces renewable and repairable—scratches can be erased in a minute’s time. The feature inconspicuous, waterproof seams ideal for custom designs, such as drain boards or Wilsonart® sinks and bowls.