7 Reasons Porcelain Bench Tops Tick All The Boxes
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Looking for a benchtop solution that's low maintenance, big on durability and a bit of a looker? Then Porcelain Benchtops may be just the ticket.
Porcelain is big on features like no other surface, and having used Laminam Porcelain in a number of projects, we’ve seen first-hand just how versatile this benchtop surface is. So what’s all the fuss about? Let’s take a look…
• Zephyr and Stone • Scandi Kitchen featuring Statuarietto 12mm+ Matt from Ace Stone + Tiles
• Zephyr and Stone • Scandi Walk In Robe Dressing Table featuring Statuarietto 12mm+ Matt from Ace Stone + Tiles
It Doesn’t Stain
Laminam Porcelain is highly resistant to staining. This is a big plus because let's face it - even though we're extremely careful, red wine and the bolognese sauce still end up on benchtops. With Porcelain, you can have the look of Marble or Stone - without the stain hangover.
It’s Virtually a Scratch Proof
Your new bench top may look beautiful when it’s first installed - but how will it fare months or years down the track? If you installed a Porcelain benchtop you’ll be happy to know that your super-strong new benchtop is highly resistant to scratching, chipping and breaking. This definitely gives it the Z + Stick.
• Zephyr and Stone • Contemporary Coastal Kitchen Project featuring Laminam Bianco Assoluto in 12mm+ Matt from Ace Stone + Tiles
• Zephyr and Stone • Scandi Kitchen featuring featuring Statuarietto 12mm+ Matt from Ace Stone + Tiles
It’s Versatile
Laminam Porcelain comes in three thicknesses - 3mm, 6mm and 12mm, making it extremely versatile. The 12mm thickness is perfect for benchtops, whilst 3mm and 6mm are ideal for vertical surfaces such as bathroom walls and splashbacks. Want to achieve a contemporary design? 12mm Porcelain bench tops are the perfect solution, as seen in our Contemporary Coastal Project above.
Laminam also comes in a range of styles and finishes - from white to realistic replicas of Marble, Granite and just about any other Natural Stone. It’s available in gloss, matt and textured finishes, so you’re bound to find the perfect surface for your project.
It’s Strong
Due to its strength, Porcelain edges can be mitred to produce a thick apron and create the impression of a thick piece of stone. Here in our Scandi Kitchen, we mitred the benchtop to create the impression of a 100mm stone slab.
• Zephyr and Stone • Contemporary Coastal Kitchen featuring Laminam Bianco Assoluto in 12mm+ Matt
• Zephyr and Stone • Scandi Kitchen featuring Statuarietto 12mm+ Matt from Ace Stone + Tiles
It’s Resistant To Heat
Benchtops are designed to be used, and in the Kitchen this means heat! Hot pots and pans, serving bowls and oven trays are a daily fact of life, so it’s a good thing that Porcelain is highly resistant to heat - 200 degrees Celsius in fact! This means you can essentially lift your pan off the cooktop and plonk it straight down on the bench top without a second thought #howconvenient
No Sealing Required
Unlike Natural Stone, which requires sealing every 6 - 12 months, there's no need to seal Porcelain. This is because Porcelain is non-porous, which makes it highly resistant to staining. A benefit that you’ll appreciate year in and year out!
• Zephyr and Stone • Contemporary Coastal Kitchen featuring Laminam Bianco Assoluto in 12mm+ Matt
• Zephyr and Stone • Scandi Kitchen featuring Statuarietto 12mm+ Matt from Ace Stone + Tiles
It’s Easy To Clean
Not only is Laminam Porcelain resistant to stains, but it also’s resistant to chemicals too, meaning cleaning is easy and can generally be completed with products readily available from your local supermarket #tooeasy
Are you sold? We certainly are. Laminam is an ideal surface for benchtops; not to mention walls, splashbacks and even floors! Want to explore the wide variety of stunning options available? Head to Ace Stone + Tiles to check them out.
