Corian solid surface versus Corian Quartz -Corian tops Differences

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Corian Solid Surface and Corian Quartz ( Formally Zodiaq Quartz) are both solid  materials made by DuPont. However, there are some key differences between the two materials.

Corian solid surface is made from a combination of acrylic resin and feldspar. It is a durable, stain-resistant, and easy-to-maintain material that is available in a wide variety of colors and finishes. Corian tops & solid surface is also very customizable, and you can create custom shapes and patterns with the material. It is specified by architects on plans as SS or SSM.

Corian Quartz is made from a combination of acrylic resin, feldspar, and quartz chunks. It is a more durable material than Corian solid surface, and it is also little more resistant to scratches and stains. Corian Quartz is specified by architects as QS or QSM.  Corian Quartz is not  available in as wide variety of colors as Corian solid surface is.

Here is a table summarizing the key differences between Corian solid surface and Corian Quartz:

Feature                               I               Corian solid surface                     I                       Corian Quartz

Material                              I     Acrylic resin and feldspar                    I    Acrylic resin, feldspar, and quartz

Durability                           I          Durable                                                     I         More durable

Stain resistance              I        Stain-resistant                                        I         More stain-resistant

Scratch resistance        I  Scratch-resistant                                         I         More scratch-resistant

Color options                  I  Wider  variety of colors  (110)              I         Wide variety of colors (61)

Customization               I     Customizable and Seamless                I  More customizable but Not Seamless 

Price                                    I  Typically less expensive                             I Typically more expensive 

Thermoforming            I    Thermoformable                                         I  Not  Thermoformable

Repair ability                  I              Repairable                                             I             Easy to repair

Ultimately, the best type of solid surface material for you will depend on your individual needs and preferences. If you are looking for a durable, stain-resistant, and easy-to-maintain countertop with a wide variety of color options, in longer size, then Corian solid surface is a good option. If you are looking for a countertop that is even more durable and stain-resistant, in size that don't exceeds slab size then Corian Quartz is a good option.

Here are some additional things to consider when choosing between Corian solid surface and Corian Quartz:

• Price: Corian solid surface is typically less expensive than Corian Quartz.
• Color options: Corian solid surface is available in a wider variety of colors, but Corian Quartz has a wide variety of colors.
• Customization: Corian solid surface more customizable, but Corian Quartz is customizable.
• Durability: Corian solid surface is durable, but Corian Quartz is little more durable.
• Stain resistance: Corian solid surface is stain-resistant, but Corian Quartz is also stain-resistant.
• Scratch resistance: Corian solid surface is scratch-resistant, but Corian Quartz is little more scratch-resistant.
• Seamless capabilities: Corian seams are not visible, but Corian Quartz Yes, seams are visible.
• Thermoformable : Corian Solid Surface Thermoforming can be used to create a variety of shapes, including curves, angles, and even free-form shapes, but Corian Quartz is not.
• Silica Dust : Corian countertops do not contain silica dust. Corian is a solid surface  material that is made of acrylic polymer and aluminum trihydrate. It  does not contain any crystalline silica, which is the type of silica  that can be harmful to health when inhaled.Quartz countertops, on the other hand, are made of quartz, which is a  naturally occurring mineral that contains crystalline silica.