Versatility
Silestone can be used in virtually
any indoor surfacing application in
kitchens, bathrooms and floors,
including: countertops, island tops,
vanities, tub and shower surrounds,
backsplashes, walls, wet bars,
tabletops, desktops, fireplace
surrounds and more.
Widespread Availability
Cosentino has built a reliable
network of dedicated distributors
who deliver Silestone and provide
services throughout North America,
including all metropolitan areas in
the United States, several regions
in Canada and now expanding into
Mexico and Puerto Rico.
In North America, Silestone is
available through approximately
3,500 retailers including The Home
Depot®, e-counters.com, as well as a
variety of kitchen and bath
retailers, cabinet shops,
tile/flooring outlets, designers'
showrooms, architectural firms,
builders, and more.
Scratch-Resistance
The quartz in Silestone makes it
naturally scratch-resistant. Only
three other natural minerals -
diamond, sapphire and topaz - are
harder than quartz. Quartz is a
seven on Mohs Hardness Scale
(diamond is a 10).
So, while a careless slip of the
knife will scratch most other
countertops such as laminates and
solid surfaces, it won't leave a
mark on Silestone. Although
Silestone is durable, it is not
scratch-proof; it could be damaged
with excessive force or pressure.
Stain-Resistance
Silestone is non-porous and
therefore it is highly resistant to
stains from coffee, wine, lemon
juice, olive oil, vinegar, makeup,
and many other common household
products. Unlike granite, Silestone
does not need to be sealed to keep
its lustrous shine.
Scorch-Resistance
Unlike solid surfaces and laminates,
Silestone is scorch-resistant. It
will withstand limited exposure to
heat without burning or scorching.
The fire of a lit match will not mar
Silestone. However, as advised by
crock pot and electric skillet
manufacturers, do not place these
items directly on any countertop.
Always use trivets when placing hot
items on any natural stone or quartz
surface to avoid thermal shock.
Strength
Silestone® has four times the
flexural strength of granite, making
it less susceptible to chipping and
cracking during transportation and
installation.
Maintenance-Free
Because it is non-porous, Silestone
does not need to be sealed. Granite,
marble and limestone, on the other
hand, must be sealed on installation
and resealed regularly to prevent
staining. Silestone is a
maintenance-free star compared to
solid surfaces that may require
rigorous maintenance to clean up
tough stains, scratches and scorch
marks.
Experience and Professionalism
Silestone is available through a
mature network of dedicated
distributors and fabricators backed
by the experience of Cosentino with
more than 70 years in the natural
stone industry. Plus, Certified
Silestone Installers are trained
through a unique curriculum that
includes expert, hands-on training.
Innovation
Silestone leads its category in
innovative ideas for a product that
already is known for its ingenious
physical properties and customer
benefits. Silestone offers the most
colors in natural quartz; the most
innovative sink installation
methods, such as integrated, flush-
and bevel-mounted; and the latest,
newest products such as the
exclusive Silestone® Leather™ with
Microban®.
Reliability
Silestone natural quartz surfaces
result from a tightly controlled
process to ensure reliable
performance, color consistency and
ultimate durability every time.
Cosentino backs its Silestone slabs
with a limited 15-year
manufacturer's warranty.
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