I need an alternative quartz to Caesarstone.
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Which color Silgranit with Caesarstone Raven (medium grey quartz)
Comments (16)We faced this exact same decision. Landed on Raven for the countertops and wanted to do a Silgranit sink based on all the positive reviews here. And then when we compared the colors, we just couldn't find a color combo we liked. As per above, the cinder is just about a perfect match--but that's not what we were looking for, we wanted a bit of contrast. Metallic gray and Anthracite were more contrast, but still not enough for us (and the Anthracite was awful dark). That left the light colors and we just didn't care for the combo. We ended up going in a completely different direction (Shaw's fireclay farmhouse sink), which unfortunately is also costing us a lot more $$$. That's just us. If you're not looking for a contrasting color, I think the Cinder could look very nice. Good luck!...See MoreCaesarstone and other Quartz Materials
Comments (7)As far as I know there are two things that affect the color of light quartz. One is a possible variation in raw materials. There is actual rock in there so there might be some variation. The other comes from the resin it's bound with. Resins tend to darken with time, and especially light exposure, most especially sunlight (UV?). That's why they don't recommend the light quartzes for outdoor use. You can ask for any kind of service you need to feel comfortable with your purchase. Some people will say no, some will charge a nuisance fee, and some will smile and say "sure!" Generally, you get the least service with the lowest price, but not always. Generally, the nicer and more understanding you are that what you're asking for is a nuisance, the more likely that people will cheerfully accommodate you. In other words, if you say, "I know it's a bit of a bother, but I'd really have to see the slabs before they come in so I can reassure myself that they do indeed look like my beautiful sample," you might meet a more cooperative response than if you say something accusatory like, "My samples don't look like the ones in the store and people are ripping out their new counters because of it, so it's not going in my house before I approve it." Both mean the same thing. :) BTW, lighting is vital Incandescent light, halogens and sunlight are very yellow. The fluorescents they typically have in stores tend to be on the blue side as well as at a higher color temperature. Fluorescent light is also much more diffuse, whereas incandescent is sharp. This could be the source of the difference you're seeing if you haven't put your samples right up to the stores'. Since this concerns you, definitely do see your slabs before they're cut, but also be aware of the light difference, and if possible see them outside or under a skylight. Natural light is what the human eye is meant to see in, so it's optimal for making this kind of assessment....See MoreCaesarstone “Concrete” Feedback Or Alternative
Comments (5)We used Clamshell, which is a pale grey with some white and grey splotches. From afar it reads reads as a fairly solid grey. Up close is when you see the variation. We have had it for a year now with no maintenance complaints....See MoreKitchen material comparable to Caesarstone 8141 quartz?
Comments (2)Remember, your electrician needs access to the light panels. The details for the maintenance for these types of installations are critical. This is how it's done....See Morelin15
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