Porcelain Kitchen Countertops in Utica, New York
Porcelain countertops offer both durability & beauty, making them a great focal point in your home for years to come. They can endure graffiti & scratches – even the strongest of stains can be lifted. They are low maintenance, so you don’t have to worry about which cleaners to use. Whether you use abrasive or non-abrasive cleaners, your product will look as new as the day it was installed.
Porcelain kitchen countertops are made from a clay called China clay. This clay is formed from a combination of the minerals kaolinite, silica, feldspar and other oxides that reinforce its overall strength and structure. This material is then kiln-fired at extremely high temperatures. During the manufacturing process, pigmented glazes are added to create different colors and patterns on the surface of the porcelain slab countertop.
Porcelain Countertop Colors & Options
Because it is made with synthetic pigments & materials, this makes it extremely heat resistant & UV Ray Protected. These countertops can withstand fire & will not fade in the sunlight! Check out our porcelain options:
Benefits of Porcelain Countertops
Porcelain kitchen countertops are non-porous so liquids do not absorb and the rare stain is usually on the surface and easily cleaned off.
This material is made with the consumer’s health in mind. A porcelain surface will not retain dust mites, bacteria, fungi, mold and irritants that can cause serious health problems. Any germs, dirt or bacteria can simply be swept away using your favorite cleaner. Healthy surfaces produce safer spaces!
These countertops are made using the best quality digital printing technology creating ultra-realistic visuals. From concrete looks and vibrant whites to marble and natural stone inspired classics, the neutral porcelain countertop color offerings make it easy to coordinate with any other design elements in a space.
Porcelain Countertops Are:
- Heat Resistant
- Fade Resistant
- Chip Resistant
- Stain Resistant
- Bacteria Resistant
How Do I Care for Porcelain Countertops?
Caring for porcelain kitchen countertops takes virtually no extra work and no special cleaning products. It never has to be sealed, and most of the time can even just be cleaned with paper towels and some clean water.
“Bar Keepers Friend” is a highly recommended countertop cleaning product!
- Get a spray bottle and put 5 or 6 drops of mild dish soap, 1⁄2 bottle of rubbing alcohol and the rest water. Shake it and spray. Make sure to shake this every time you go to use it.
- Wipe down the countertop surface. It is necessary to wipe away any spill or crumbs on your countertops!
- Dry with a microfiber cloth to avoid streaking. Dry and buff your stone countertop thoroughly with a microfiber cloth or soft terry cloth towel to avoid streaking.
- Shine and disinfect with a water and isopropyl alcohol solution. To periodically disinfect your stone countertops, remove soap residue, and restore shine, mix together a 50:50 solution of water and 91% isopropyl alcohol. Spray onto the surface, allow to sit for 3-5 minutes, dry with a clean microfiber cloth.
- Enjoy your nice, shiny, & clean stone countertops!
Manufactured Stone Countertops Care & Maintenance Sheet
How Much Does A Porcelain Countertop Cost?
Porcelain Countertops are priced by calculating square footage. We always strive to give you the most affordable countertops! To give you the most accurate estimates on countertop cost, we factor in:
- Material Prices
- Decorative Options
- Installation
- Countertop Measurements & Square Footage
We offer free consultations to help you better understand how much your porcelain countertops will cost.
How Do I Order Porcelain Countertops at IVO Cabinets & Surfaces?
We offer both free product consultations for our clients who need their custom porcelain countertops installed & retail & delivery services. Don’t want us to install? You can purchase your new countertops with pickup & delivery options.
If you want to buy porcelain countertops or want to learn more about porcelain countertop cost, you can use our “Book Appointment” button above or give us a call at (315) 272-4499.
Our specialists are ready and waiting to help you order kitchen porcelain countertops online.
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