Why choose a compact surface or a sintered stone for your kitchen?
Compact Surfaces and Sintered Stones: Eco-Friendly, Ultra-Resistant, and Ideal Options for Your Kitchen Countertops!
What is a compact surface or sintered stone?
Compact surfaces and sintered stones are both natural stones manufactured in a factory using a technology that compresses and sinters mineral particles under high temperature, in a kiln reaching 1500 degrees Celsius, creating a unique surface. Once the compact surface slab is formed, a digital print is applied to the top layer to create the natural stone effect seen on the product, similar to icing on a cake. As for sintered stone, no ink is used for the pattern; it consists of natural minerals within the material, which means the pattern is visible throughout the entire thickness of the stone, like a marble cake.
Thanks to their unique manufacturing processes, compact surfaces and sintered stones contain no silica or resin, substances commonly used in other countertop materials such as quartz.
Unlike laminate, which can warp or peel under heat, or concrete, which requires regular maintenance to prevent cracks and stains, these innovative surfaces offer a more eco-friendly and durable alternative. Quartz, with its high resin content, can be harmful to workers. In contrast to natural marble, sintered stones, being completely non-porous, resist liquids and prevent permanent stains, even in the case of accidental wine spills.
Exceptional Properties
In addition to their durable properties and environmentally friendly manufacturing processes, compact surfaces and sintered stones offer unique characteristics, including enhanced resistance to heat and stains, making them an ideal material for kitchen countertops. You can place hot pots or pans directly on the surface without worry. A wine spill left on the countertop? No problem—it can be easily cleaned without leaving a trace, thanks to its non-porous nature.
These materials are also resistant to scratches and UV rays. Light and windows are essential elements to consider in your living space design. Why not choose a material that won’t fade over time?
Moreover, the antibacterial properties of compact surfaces and sintered stones prevent the proliferation of germs and microbes, another key advantage to consider when evaluating the benefits of these products.
These materials represent the perfect marriage between aesthetics and performance. Considering all these features, they are an obvious choice for kitchen countertops, backsplashes, bathroom vanities, or even flooring!
A Cost-Effective Countertop Solution
Naturally, the combination of characteristics and properties mentioned gives compact surfaces and sintered stones a premium and durable quality. However, the main advantage of these products lies in their excellent value for money. It is possible to obtain these materials for your projects at a price comparable to that of a standard-grade quartz countertop, which does not offer the same heat resistance, scratch resistance, or antibacterial protection.
The Material That Suits Your Lifestyle
In addition to offering excellent value for money, compact surfaces and sintered stones boast unique properties and a sustainable manufacturing process, making them a highly attractive option for all your projects and lifestyle. Whether you have children, pets, or frequently host family gatherings, your countertop, backsplash, or even flooring made of compact surface or sintered stone will retain its brilliance.
Compact Surfaces in the Miralis Product Line
Recently, we have integrated compact surfaces and sintered stones into our product offering, allowing our clients to source a complete kitchen from a single place! True to our commitment to sustainability, we chose to add these materials to our range. However, it was ultimately the exceptional properties of these products that solidified our decision to include them, ensuring reliable and long-lasting use for many years to come.
As surprising as it may seem, our ambition at Miralis is to sell only one kitchen per household. All our products are designed to be durable and timeless. This is how we combat planned obsolescence and provide our clients with the best possible options.
Following the recent launch of our countertop offering, our compact surfaces and sintered stone products are now available throughout Quebec and will soon be offered in select regions of Ontario and the United States.
