Marble table tops have been a popular choice for alfresco dining for over 200 years. Marble is a stunningly beautiful material.
However, it isn't a perfect table top material for hospitality and this is why, over the years, different man-made table top materials have been created. These materials try to capture the beauty of marble but without marbles natural vulnerability to etching,
Marbles have a high heat resistance, however they can etch. Etching is a reaction between the acid in liquids we consume such as colas, wine, citrus juices, vinegar-based sauces and calcium which is the main mineral content within the marble and limestone. The acid mattes the polish level of the material which can be seen as rings from wine glasses, bottles etc, whereas Granite and Quartz do not have calcium content and therefore this reaction does not occur. Unfortunately, etching cannot be reversed.
Sealants can be applied to tops to help prevent staining through clogging the pores of the stone. This helps to prevent the marble from absorbing liquids and stop colours from penetrating by extending the period of time to clean up a spillage. It is not a surface coating and will not prevent etching. This can be purchased and applied to re-seal the top on a 6 month/yearly basis depending on how frequently the top is wiped.
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Cleaning with hot soapy water and normal trade cleaning agents is the easiest and best way to clean on a daily basis and stubborn stain marks can be released using white spirit. Whilst stone is less likely to incur scratching than wood and other materials, it can occur if care is not taken with unglazed bottoms and sharp edges.
Solid hardwood has always been one of the most exquisite and beautiful choices for desks. Its natural grain looks exceptionally authentic, exuding a vintage and fashionable vibe. For instance, wooden dining tables appear more aesthetically pleasing and upscale.
Desks made from solid wood materials offer the benefits of safety and environmental friendliness. When buying study desks for children, opting for solid wood is a priority. Additionally, these desks have a longer lifespan. If scratches or imperfections arise, wood can easily be repolished and refinished. Applying paint can protect the wood, but proper ventilation is essential and requires ample time for drying.
However, solid wood desks are expensive. There&#;s a wide variety of popular solid wood options on the market. Walnut is more expensive than maple, and maple is pricier than oak. Oak and maple generally have lighter colors, while walnut tends to be darker. When selecting a solid wood desk, you can get close and smell it&#;authentic wood materials are naturally eco-friendly and lack strong odors, instead emitting a subtle fragrance. In contrast, synthetic wood desks, often made from veneered particle boards, may emit a strong glue scent.
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