Countertops are the horizontal work surface areas found in kitchens or
workrooms. Corian is a material used in the manufacturing of
countertops.  Corian is an advanced mix of natural minerals and pure high
performance acrylic polymer that can be used to make a seamless, clean,
stylish look for the kitchen work surface. Due to their solid, nonporous
composition they are very easy to clean and maintain their initial beauty,
even after many years of installation.

Corian countertops look great with materials such as Brass, Tile and
Granite. Corian may be combined with sinks, edge treatments or other
inlays or another layer of Corian for a customized look.  Corian is assumed
to be a thermosetting plastic, but can be thermoformed by heating it to
300º Fahrenheit.  It is usually available in sizes of an inch. All
thicknesses have the consistency of color and patterning common to all
brands of solid surfacing material.

Advantages of Corian

There are many advantages to Corian countertops.  They have a
long-lasting ruggedness and easy to use practicality. The non-porous surface and
seamless design helps it to resist stains and mildew, offering no
possibility for bacteria or germs to flourish. The surface can be easily
cleaned with soapy water or modest abrasive cleaners. Any marks or surface
burns can be easily removed with light sanding. Its surface can also be
easily repaired.

Disadvantages of Corian

There are also some disadvantages using Corian for countertops.  Corian
material can be easily scratched, damaged by chemicals and can not
resist the ill-effects of heat.  It is much more expensive than laminate,
tile and butcher block countertops, but less expensive than granite. 
Care should be taken when placing hot pots on Corain countertops because
the surface is susceptible to damage after contact with hot surfaces.

Corian Characteristics
 
Corian is available in a myriad of colors and designs. The different
finishes available include matte/satin, semi gloss or high gloss finish.
Corian generates a complementary look that matches easily with other
textures in the home. There are more than 100 colors to choose from.
Corian may be cut, carved, thermoformed, routed and inlayed.

Corian sinks of different sizes and shapes can be created to form
seamless-looking countertops.  Joints are made invisible by joining them
with a special seam adhesive and sanding the connection. Liquids can not
penetrate in the surface, preventing stains. Scratches, nicks and cuts
can be easily removed with ordinary abrasive cleaners. Corian
countertops can be easily cleaned without any sealing. Soaps, water or standard
detergents are enough to clean Corian surfaces.  Scratches, stains and
light scorches can be removed by sandpaper, making Corian a favorite
among many homeowners.