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The best of the best. Custom produced to exacting specifications, finished by artisans to create unique polished or antique patinas. Welded perfectly to spawn a seamless and impervious surface. Any of our tops can be specified with integral welded sinks, back splashes or side splashes.
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| Stainless Steel
Impervious to bacteria and heat,
stainless steel is the ultimate in countertop surfaces. Stainless steel
has become the “in” product for kitchen countertops by decorators and is now very popular as a finish for major and small
kitchen appliances. Scratches and marks give the stainless steel the
feel of a working kitchen, but does not decrease its aesthetic value.
Stainless steel countertops have become popular in traditional and
contemporary kitchens.
- Stainless steel is heat resistant
- Antimicrobial and non-allegenic
- Sanitary pit-free surface
Sinks are welded to create a clean, seamless a one piece unit; sink dimesions, shape and drain locations can be at the discretion of the purchaser.
Maintenance: Use a specially formulated stainless steel cleaner. Scratches can be buffed with a fine scotch brite pad, never use steel wool!
Now available, our nano sealer. Once applied, your stainless steel product will be resistant to oils, stains,
fingerprints, dirt slightly more resistant to scratches.
More information on stainless countertops
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Copper
Copper countertops have been used for generations with good success
and can offer generations of enjoyment as well as a practical work
surface.
- Copper is lovely to look
at and a nice complement to most decors, particularly modern
contemporary, traditional and country. Besides plain sheet, it is
available in many textures and finishes.
- Unsealed, it provides an antimicrobial surface 30 times more effective than stainless steel.
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Unsealed, it provides a "living" surface that will change colors over
time, depending on what it comes in contact with -- most often, it will
go to shades of brown.
- Antique or aged finishes can be obtained chemically, so you can choose the exact finish you desire.
- Sealed or
regularly polished, it will remain its original color. If sealed
(lacquer or other), it will like require periodic resealing to maintain
its look.
More information on our copper countertops
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Zinc
Zinc has been used on countertops, bars and back splashes for years. It is the perfect material for a country or rustic kitchen. It can be welded to create seamless tops and sinks.
- Antimicrobioal
- Living finish when unsealed
- Over time, scratches and marks from use enhance the antique look.
- Finish can be aged using chemical compounds
Note- when zinc is exposed to water, a white oxide forms on the surface; this material requires maintenance
More information on zinc countertops
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Bronze and Brass
A Bronze Age or a Brass Ring
Growing in popularity rapidly as countertop material are the alloys bronze (copper
and tin) and brass (copper and zinc). The mix of metals makes both of
them harder than copper and both start out with more golden hues than
their salmon-colored parent. Both will patina into dark brownish black
tones.
- Bronze like copper, is lovely to look
at and a nice complement to most decors, particularly modern
contemporary, traditional and country. Besides plain sheet, it is
available in many textures and finishes.
- Unsealed, it provides an antimicrobial surface
-
Unsealed, it provides a "living" surface that will change colors over
time, depending on what it comes in contact with -- most often, it will
go to shades of brown.
- Antique or aged finishes can be obtained chemically, so you can choose the exact finish you desire.
- Sealed or
regularly polished, it will remain its original color. If sealed
(lacquer or other), it will like require periodic resealing to maintain
its look.
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Pewter
You've likely seen pewter counter tops in cafes, bars, and other dining
establishments around the world. It's not difficult to bring the same
elegance into the decorating scheme of your own kitchen. These striking
kitchen countertops are lead free, made from a tin alloy.
The
surface is completely safe for food preparation, making them an ideal
choice for home kitchen countertops. You can select from among a number
of different edge styles, and these stylish counters can easily be
wiped clean with mild soap and water. Pewter counter tops will acquire a
natural patina over time, meaning that they will develop a unique glow
and luster that can enhance the decor of your home for years, or even
decades, to come. If you want to keep the original shine intact, simply
use mineral soap when the counters need washing rather than other types
of cleansing agents.
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Our countertops are produced using the finest quality materials, state of the art production equipment and skillfull artistic craftsmen. All of our countertops are custom built. You select the base material, custom finish and edge. We provide a product built to your exact specification and need.
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