Posted on: 20.07.2023 Are your surfaces heat resistant? Are your surfaces heat resistant? Stone Ambassador Quartz is heat resistant, however like all stone materials, it can be damaged by sudden and rapid surface temperature changes. A good rule of thumb is that if your hand cannot tolerate the level of heat for more than a few seconds then the heat source is too high.Our Vasari Italian surfaces range has a far higher heat tolerance level as it is a ceramic surface. However, we do recommend using a heat trivet or chopping block when placing hot items from the stone or oven on to your Vasari surface as an extra precaution against any unforeseen issues.
Posted on: 01.03.2023 Where can I use your products? Where can I use your products? Engineered Stone Our Engineered stone range is a hygienic and hardy surface selections for most internal applications. This relates to kitchen benchtop, splashbacks, bathrooms, laundry areas as well as enclosed alfresco areas. Our engineered stone range is not warranted against direct sun exposure as they may lead to damage to the stone. Vasari Surfaces Porcelain Being one of the most dynamic surface materials available in Australia, our Vasari Surface range is suitable to most internal and external applications. Such as kitchen benchtops, splashbacks, wall lining, flooring, external cladding, outdoor alfresco areas, stairs, laundry areas, bathrooms and more.
Posted on: 01.03.2023 Are you surfaces safe in my home? Are you surfaces safe in my home? Absolutely! All surfaces we range as 100% safe for installation and use in your home. As there is no fabrication required post installation, there is no need for concern about any airborne pollutants or emissions from our stone.Source: Safe Work Australia In its solid form – such as in installed engineered stone benchtops. There is no risk to those choosing to have stone benchtop or surface in their home. Silica is only dangerous when released as dust through the fabrication of the stone – cutting, drilling, grinding, or polishing. In this process, workers exposed to silica dust through poor safety practices can develop serious health issues, including the lung disease silicosis.
