Corian for Dental or Laboratory Work Surfaces

When it comes to working your dental office design out, among the things that you need to take heed is the choice of countertops along with its several applications. Many choices are available, but not all of them will go in accord to the kind of concept you wish to live by and goals you want to achieve throughout your practice in the dental care field. It comes to no doubt that there are plenty of matters that would leave you contemplating, even in finding the right countertop material to use alone. That is where Corian comes into the picture.

 

A Brief Intro to Corian

Corian is a brand created by DuPoint for the finest solid surface material they have developed, to date. It is an original material of its kind that has been around since 1967. Alumina trihydrate and acrylic polymer is the composition of Corian. While its primary use revolved within the kitchen, bathroom vanity, and wall cladding purposes, it became popular as a choice of material for the clinical setting.

 

A Closer Look at the Details

As someone in the clinical setting myself, I always take pride in the type of materials I put up, right from the equipment all the way to the necessary furniture. Corian by Du Point is something I have found commendable in terms of its build. The countertops I am using with this brand is manufactured in its 12-millimeter thickness class. The cross-section cutting shows the consistency of the Glacier White colour alongside its particulate patterning, which is evenly distributed across the material. I don’t worry about minor nicks and scratches that happen at times, especially when the drill sometimes fall off the tray. They are easily buffed out using a Scotch-Brite cleaning pad or even an orbital sander. All the pieces are tightly clamped together so as to express every excess adhesive. With the adhesive dried out, the joints are reasonably seamless and polished.

In rather wet areas, particularly the sterilization room and the lab, I use a solid surface materials of the Corian brand instead of laminates. They are effective in terms of moisture riddance, thus, leaving no room for germs to propagate and pervade throughout the area.

In the reception area, I have decided to replace my previous countertops — which were made of tile for the top surface and hardwood for the lower portion — with the Corian work surfaces. Apart from the fact that its build is sturdy, it appeals to eye with its precious glow and undeniable artistic value.

In wet areas, such as a lab or sterilization room, I typically recommend using a solid surface material such as Corian®, as laminates can often have seams that do not handle a great load of moisture well. In the same rooms, if there really is not going to be much moisture, plastic laminate material may work just well. However, Corian is still the better choice for its greater quality at a reasonable rate.

On the note of exhibiting a cozy and friendly ambiance for the patients, I have settled with the Bisque and Rice Paper hues for the worktops, which are all nestled firmly in the reception front. A lot of professionals fail to see the reality behind the importance of sorting out the tiny details of the design, especially with the variation of the colours. Most importantly, the cabinetry and other essentials we have from the brand are made of world-class material, making by far the most ideal choice for a professional dental clinic can and surgery center without losing the element of a cordial environment.

 

A Great Investment

As an investment, Corian goes a long way. It goes beyond paying for itself due to its notable qualities, durability, flexibility and most importantly, hygienic properties. All the joints are stuck together firmly without the visible presence of the epoxy. In other words, every piece is built neatly. While the entirety of the items guarantee an exceptional experience, the warranty period of 10 years for every cabinetry and worktop is a big plus. It hedges your money for something truly of real value and gives the benefit of a long-term insurance of such as an investment even for the clinical setting.