Counter Effects Products
Product Options
Showroom:
2 Iroquois Road
Units 1 & 2
Leamington, ON
N8H 3V7
Telephone:
(519) 326-4014
Email:
Hours of Operation:
Mon - Fri: |
8am - 4:30pm |
Countertop Information
Glossary of Terms
Backsplash: formed
material, usually 3” high, offering a water guard between the counter top
and walls.
Build-up: 3/4”
strips of material attached to the under-side of counter tops to raise the
entire counter flush with the top of cabinets—to be used with European style—frameless
cabinets
Corian: a
brand of solid surface material made by Dupont—offers a colour-through, repairable,
renewable surface and availability to integrate sinks
Crystal: a term used to describe a laminate finish which
has slightly more texture and shine than the traditional “matte” finish
Gloss: a
term used to describe a laminate finish which has deep shine and smooth texture
Integrated: forming
a solid surface sink to a solid surface counter top which provides no visible
lines or crevices
Laminate: a
thin 1/32” material adhered to a particle board substrate, which can be formed
around radii by using heat and pressure-often referred to be brand names such
as ‘Formica’ or ‘Arborite’
Matte: a
term used to describe a laminate finish which is smooth to the touch but has
very little shine
Mitre: a
seam in a counter top, usually in a corner, where the counter changes direction
Nosing: a
term used to describe the edge treatment of a counter top
Post-form: a
method of manufacturing laminate counter tops where the laminate is heated
and formed around a pre-determined shape of substrate—can only be done in
parallel lines
Solid Surface: a colour-through, repairable, renewable
material, made mostly of acrylic which offers unparalleled design flexibility
and a non-porous, hygienic surface—often
referred to as “Corian” which is one brand of solid surface.
Under-mount: a
method of adhering certain sinks to the uder-side of counter tops, allowing
for easy clean-up and greater design flexibility
Wall End: sometimes reffered to as a “side-splash”—used as a water
splash guard on the end of a counter which butts into a wall or cabinet
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is colour so important?
How long does it take to order
my countertop?
What should I know about sinks
before ordering my countertop?
What does under-mounted mean?
Your kitchen counter top is the center-piece of your home and is the area where most of the time at home is spent. The colour of your counter top is important because it completes the design of your home and reflects your styles and tastes.
How long does it take to order my countertop?
A minimum of two weeks is required to process your order, based on the availability of the material chosen. Laminate that is not stocked at the distributor, can extend the lead time to four to six weeks.
What should I know about sinks before ordering my countertop?
a.
Type of material your would like the sink made of: i.e. stainless steel, acrylic,
etc.
b. Dimensions of your sink cabinet
c. Number of bowls and bowl sizes: i.e. single bowl, double bowl,
1 1/2 bowls
d. Material quality - better grades of stainless steel will cost more
e. Under-mount, integrated, or drop-in.
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An under-mounted sink can be achieved in any surface.
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An integrated sink can be achieved in solid surface only
Certain sinks, designed for "under-mounted" are made with a flat flange so the sink can be fixed to the counter top from the under side. This allows for easy clean-up and better hygienic qualities to your kitchen.