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3 years ago

How kitchen Benchtop is made 60mm?

I spoke to one of the kitchen makers and they told me there is no 60mm stone. They are made by combining 3 x 20mm stone Benchtops. And if I look closely, I can see the lines.

I am not sure if that really happens. Can someone advice?

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Compass Kitchens
3 years ago
Hi FHB, the fabrication method you describe is an old process that is not really used any more. These days for Granites and Reconstituted Stone tops we actually miter all the seen edges so there are no joint lines, while still giving you the appearance of a 60mm thick top (or any other thickness you may require).

Hope this helps, Malcolm
dreamer
3 years ago
Yes, there is no 60mm stone bench tops.
As compass kitchens has said, the edge of bench tops are made to look like they are 60mm.
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Original Author
3 years ago
Thanks compass kitchens. Looks like the provider doesn’t know that. I need to check with him and inform about the same.
PC NewHome
Original Author
3 years ago
Thanks dreamer for confirming that.
Kate
3 years ago
Using 60 mm even if in 3 layers would be very expensive and very heavy, hence the fake deep edge.
PC NewHome
Original Author
3 years ago
That’s right. But if lines will be visible then it will not look good. I need to confirm that with supplier.
dreamer
3 years ago
Okay, I think you need to speak to the stone provider.
You are explaining a LAMINATED finish with 3 x 20mm edging pieces, NOT 3 layers of complete bench top.

What you require is a mitred edge to obtain your 60mm. This will then not show the join lines.
But maybe 60mm is not possible with a mitred edge.

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