Recycled glass resin countertops

Unlike other recycled glass countertops , GEOS does not need to be sealed and is virtually maintenance-free. Furthermore, because of its proprietary resin binder, it is stronger than the other recycled glass countertop products on the market and not prone to chipping or cracking. Curava recycled glass counters are made from 1 recycled glass in a resin binder.

Vetrazzo slabs and panels are unique surfaces hancrafted with recycled glass in America. Kitchen and bath design products: tiles, countertops , mosaics, etc. What it is: Colorful recycled glass mixed into a cement, concrete, or resin base. Kitchen countertops can be integrally colored or stained for more variation and color coordination with cabinetry or painted surfaces. The resin encases the glass and makes a completely nonporous surface, so it’s certified for commercial kitchen use.

About percent of customers at her Seattle-area franchise choose recycled glass countertops, says Varner, with most opting for Granite Transformations’ signature product of engineered granite. IceStone’s innovative material, which is made from recycled glass and concrete, is an important reason that the Bank of America Tower will soon be an international model of skyscraper sustainability. Resin countertops for the kitchen and bathroom have a lot to offer in the way of beauty and durability. These solid surface countertops can be produced any standard length, with a seamless finish. Some are made of solid glass , crushed and melted into a solid surface.

The glass itself comes mostly from curbside recycling, but salvaged glass is seeing more and more use. Curava was born as a result of the growing demand for countertop surfaces made from more sustainable materials. Comprised of 1 recycled glass binded by non-porous resin , Curava surfaces are an eco-friendly solution that provide virtually maintenance-free durability. Although glass is a major constituent some recycled glass countertops include other materials like porcelain (from old toilets and sinks) and even seashells. The process is similar to how quartz countertops are made.

The glass is obtained from a variety of sources including industrial by-products and post-consumer recycling programs for things like wine and beer bottles, windshields. Many crushed glass countertops can also be called recycled glass countertops. Some use up to or more recycled glass , and this makes them a very ecofriendly product for any home. Reasons to be Cautious about Crushed Glass Countertops.

While reasonably strong, if a lot of weight is placed on a corner, it might crack. A completed recycled glass countertop will contain approximately to 85-percent recycled materials. Manufacturers use fragments of post-commercial and industrial recycled glass with a cement or resin binder to produce recycled glass countertops , which can run from $to $1per square foot including installation, and are usually installed by a distributor. Different manufacturers add different percentages of the embedded materials. GEOS is offered in a wide range of evocative tones that are flecked with jewels of color.

Samples are for color representation only. Actual color and glass density can vary. While EOS guarantees consistent color within lot productions, like any recycled glass product, it is impossible to guarantee exact matches between lots. Vetrazzo products are made of recycled glass : kitchen and bath countertops , mosaics, pulls, knobs and flooring.

Go green and use more eco-friendly materials in your kitchen or bathroom by installing glass and resin counter tops. These gorgeous surfaces can incorporate almost any type of glass : recycled glass , polished glass , glass nuggets or sea glass. Redoing your old countertop with recycled glass makes an attractive surface with the appearance of colorful glass fragments floating in clear liquid. The countertop contains pounds of recycled blue glass and pounds of Surecrete’s Terrazzo Mix.

Stain Resistant Countertops : Our Curava countertops require no sealers or waxes due to their unique composition of glass and resin. Low Maintenance Countertops : Taking care of our recycled glass countertops is made simple, requiring no heavy chemicals. Recycled Glass and Epoxy Countertops ;. They are super easy to clean and maintain. Made of approximately percent glass mixed with resins, the surfaces are non-porous, easy to clean, and resist stains and bacteria. We also have classic quartz, recycled glass countertops and glass countertops to give your kitchen a unique look.

The materials used in composite and recycled countertops are an eclectic bunch. Some products are paper-based using new or recycled paper or a combination of both. Ecohome is proud to offer Vetrazzo’s recycled glass surfaces as one of our most environmentally sound surface options. Vetrazzo boasts a recycled glass content more than per volume, all of which is 1 post-consumer recycled glass.

EcoTop countertops consist of renewable bamboo fiber, post-consumer recycled paper, and water-based resin glue. Portland cement and natural pigments. Granite Transformations offers a vast selection of beautifully designed recycled glass countertops that are made from post-consumer and pre-consumer recycled glass , which are combined with varying binding substances. Others use a mixture of new and used glass. Keep in min too, that cement and resin bindings have their environmental.

In order to create a solid and flat surface, the pieces of recycled glass are mixed into cement, resin or melted to form a new sheet of solid glass.