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Our Zinc Countertops are designed specifically for your personal needs and style.  From the selection of a surface finish to the almost limitless choice of edges, your countertop will be exactly how you imagine it.


Zinc in a unique design
Zinc top in production
Zinc square edge table
Our zinc countertops are produced from the finest quality materials.  They are specially designed for residential installations. Every top is made using 48 or 60 oz zinc. Our custom designed sinks are fused with a full penetrating weld on both sides. Our fabricating equipment is state of the art, computer controlled. Even our plywood substrates are the finest quality.

Choices, Choices Choices!

Finishes
Satin - Clean directional grain finish
Matte - Random finish - hides scratches
Embossed - A pattern is stamped in the surface, resists scratches and
looks beautiful!
Swirl - A non directional swirled polish
Shot-blast - A soft gray patina

 

Edges
Eased/Square
Bull-nose
Raised edged
Thickness from 1-1/4 to 6"!
A Marine edge can be added to prevent spills!

Designs
There is no limit to the combination of shapes and curves you can use for your custom design.

Integral Sinks
We offer our unique designs - seamlessly fused into the countertop. Choose square or round corners, any size and drain placement.  Single bowls, double, triple, offset and integral drainboards.  We also fabricate custom undermount sinks when stock sizes will not work.


More zinc facts!


Zinc is the 23rd most abundant element in the earth, and an important element in the proper function of the human body.

It is a relatively soft, non-ferrous (non-magnetic), non-porous, pewter-like (bluish-white) metal.

When polished, zinc resembles shiny pewter ... but when allowed to naturally oxidize (tarnish) a textured, semi-matte, blue-gray patina develops in about a year.

Back in Style
During the early 1900's, zinc was a popular covering for kitchen work areas in the U.S.

Today, zinc is enjoying a renewed popularity for kitchen and vanity countertops, backsplashes, fireplace surrounds, mantels, wall panels, tabletops, door panels, and cabinet exteriors.

Zinc countertops are made like other metal countertops, with thin metal sheets formed over a wood or other substrate backing. Zinc countertops are available in high polished, distressed or matte finishes.

Because zinc can be welded, it is possible to incorporate an integral sink into the countertop. The sink is welded to the countertop and the seams ground for transition from countertop to sink.

Note:
Points of welding, soldering, attachment of sheets, etc, yield a different color shade and at times an uneven surface.

This is considered part of the rustic "charm" of Zinc and Copper countertops ... and not defective workmanship.

Like stainless steel, zinc is safe to use around food. Unlike stainless steel, zinc reacts with acids and alkalis and other non-metals.

Amost anything that comes in contact with it will oxidize (tarnish) it to some degree, including moist air. If you prefer to keep the original color, apply Beeswax or Butchers Wax periodically.

Zinc, like all metallic surfaces, will scratch, but polishing will remove most surface scratches. Many people prefer to maintain their tops with surface scratches as it adds to the patina.

Scratches will never rust and can be polished, or in extreme cases, sanded out. To minimize damage, use cutting boards when chopping, cutting or preparing foods.


Zinc is softer than stainless steel, and is heat sensitive. Do not place hot pots and pans directly on a zinc countertop.

Zinc has a relatively low melting temperature, and although the top will not become molten, some distortion can occur with prolonged contact over 300°F.

Care & Maintenance
Daily cleaning requires nothing more than soap and water.

The ultimate appearance and maintenance schedule is a matter of preference and convenience:
  • Patina
    If you prefer the patina appearance no further maintenance is required.
    It will take about 12 months for the patina to fully develop on new zinc surfaces.

  • High luster
    To maintain the ordinal high lustre appearance, apply a polishing compound to the entire surface every month.

    When polishing, work in sections 2ft x 2ft. over the entire surface. Do NOT "spot polish" cuts and scratches.

Did You Know?
Traditional "zinc" bar/counters in France are not really zinc? They are actually made of an alloy of lead and tin.


Characteristics
  • Appearance
    Develops a blue-gray patina with age or can be polished to preserve original color

    Points of welding, soldering, attachment of sheets, etc, yield a different shade and sometimes different levels (uneven surface).

    Seams and welds may be visible

  • Sanitary
    Safe for use around food

  • Durable but not Indestructible
    Softer than stainless steel
    Not scratch resistant
    Susceptible to stains from acidic foods
    Can be damaged by temperatures over 300°F

  • Maintenance
    Use trivets and cutting boards
    Clean with mild soap and water
    Polish only if maintaining original appearance
    Do not spot polish

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