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PeoplesArmy:
Touchstone thanks for your lecture series. I know putting it together is time consuming but I have found it very educative. Have you worked with this corian material in any of your project s? Looking at it in the picture you posted I think this is the same!e material that was used to build my bath area in my university dorm studio apartment in Boston. Can it with stand the constant contact with water? If that expensive why use it for a dorm shower?

Corian can withstand water, we have used it before in a chemistry laboratory in 2012.
Corian is more flexible and can be carved or curved to any shape as well as been very durable, that might be the reason why it was used for your dorm shower as you stated.
DuPont is the major supplier of Corian as its well known, they just opened an office in Nigeria few years ago(2012) to be precise.
The Corian sheets we bought for the project was imported directly from UK or Us can't remember now.

If you check the pictures very well, you will notice how the Corian sinks were moulded to the top seamlessly without any line.

PeoplesArmy:
I like this but is there nothing you can do about the small gap between the wall and the wardrobe? A frame for instance? I always imagine it could turn to a refuge for rodents etc.

Thanks, yes a frame would have worked perfectly there.
There are more advantages of installing the frame than been refuge to pests. If the wall is not a straight one, then a frame will be installed to compliment the wardrobe cabinet so that it won't be obvious.
However, this particular wall is straight and the wardrobe cabinet lapped well on it without any space.

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FastShipping:
Did you ever use quartz for a countertop?

No sir, we don't use Quartz.

Girl's room wardrobe in pink and lilac laminate.

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Some interesting places Corian is being used aside as kitchen counter top.

Restaurant tables, restroom Vanities and as architrave for door openings.

Corian can be used in much more diverse places.

Corian Worktops – the Cons
There are several negatives that need to be discussed – however, it should be noted that most of these are not only associated with Corian worktops, but apply equally to all of the different types of solid surfaces.
Firstly, as the manufacturer readily acknowledges, some shades and colours of Corian are less hard-wearing than others. Taken directly from the Corian literature:
Dark, heavily pigmented colours will show scratches, dust and ordinary wear and tear more readily than lighter, textured colours.

It’s also worth noting that, over time, all Corian worktops will collect small scratches and abrasions, altering the satin finish which is present on installation. This is also acknowledged in the official literature. They recommend sticking to a cleaning plan in order to ensure that the luster develops evenly.

Here are the official guidlines for cleaning a Corian worktop:


As is the case with other solid surfaces, don’t place hot pans and utensils directly onto the worktop . Use a trivet (with rubber feet) to protect the counter from the heat. Also, never cut directly onto the Corian. Use a chopping board or worktop saver to avoid scoring or marking the surface.

Perhaps the biggest factor which stops many people purchasing Corian worktops is the price. It’s true that Corian worktops are more expensive than most of the other solid surfaces on the market, but it could also be suggested that Corian is a superior product, especially in terms of its design flexibility. Corian is more expensive than all laminate worktops and lots of types of wood worktops. Its price is more in line with granite and some of the quartz options.

The overall price of Corian worktops will depend upon your individual design specifications and requirements, but whatever you have opted for, it’s not going to be cheap. Yet, anyone with Corian worktops would argue that it has been money well spent. The old addage that you get what you pay for, seems to be true in the case of Corian.

Corian Worktops – the Pros
Unlike lots of the other solid surfaces, Corian worktops do not have a chipboard core. They are formed entirely from an acrylic resin combined with natural minerals. This provides almost limitless design flexibility, as Corian can be fabricated in just about any shape you require.

The worktops can be shaped just like a hardwood and the joints between different worktop sections and other kitchen elements (such as splashbacks) can be made to look seamless. When done properly, this creates a beautiful, smooth finish which looks stunning. Several people have Corian worktops in their houses and I’m always impressed by the visual impact of this material.

Corian is available in a massive (100+) range of different colours and patterns, so you are definitely going to find something that works for you. If for some reason you can’t, DuPont do offer some colour customisation options, but these can prove to be exceedingly expensive if you only need a small amount of worktop. Some of the Corian decors are more hard-wearing than others. We’ll discuss how colour choice can affect durability later on in the post.

Corian isn’t just about the aesthetics. The solid surface also offers quite a bit in terms of its performance. According to the official DuPoint literature, Corian has proved itself to be a “remarkably durable material that is easy to live with”. It goes on to claim that Corian “cannot delaminate and stands up well to daily wear and tear, resisting “most of the impacts, nicks and cuts that occur in heavy traffic areas”. We look in a bit more detail at these claims below.
Corian is non-porous and this helps to keep it hygienic. Dirt and bacteria can’t penetrate into the counter and there are no joints to act as germ and grime traps.

Another key benefit of a Corian worktop is the fact that most damage to the surface can be overcome. Minor scratches and marks can be removed with everyday cleaning products and areas of the worktop with more major damage can usually be renewed on site (but the work will need to be carried out by a professional).
Now that we’ve looked into the positive aspects of Corian worktops, let’s weigh these against the negative aspects.

Onuokwu:
Good Stuff...

Thank you sir

The frame and base of the vanity is made from HDF because of its resistance to water.

Onuokwu:
Yes more lessons about counter tops. You have already whet our appetites so please don't stop.

Quick question. Can these counter tops be uses in bathrooms as well?

Yes sir, they can all be used in bathrooms for vanities et al.

We are currently working on a bathroom vanity with marble top. The completed installation picture will be uploaded when we re done.

Malbel:
TouchstoneNgr we are still waiting for details on Corian Worktops

Thanks for being interested in this thread. Corian top details will be uploaded tomorrow.
Advantages, disadvantage, where it can be used and not.

Hello everyone. Do have a wonderful day.

omogidi234:
Hi, do you have a Lagos office? Because all these Apo things you are showing us 'e ge as e be oh'! Nice things all the same.

Thanks sir, we do not have a Lagos office at the moment. However, we work all over the country as the closet you can see above was installed in Jos, Pleatue state.

Site location: Jos, Pleatue State.
Installation duration: 18hrs

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Installation pictures.

Master closet installed in 24hrs

Almost there!

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Cutting the granite for sink

Good day!

Join us today as we conclude installation for the kitchen cabinet.

Site Location: Jos, Pleatue State.
Material: Red Acrylic doors with white carcass.
Appliances: dish washer, extractor hood, microwave, fridge

After the close of work today.

#Day2

Granite installation will be completed tomorrow.

We promised 4 days, we are going to make it in 3!

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Kitchen cabinet installation almost done!
Next: Granite top.

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Kitchen installation still ongoing.

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Extractor hood installed

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The plumber working on the hole for the extractor hood.
Due to the fact that the client has done his tiles before we were consulted, the extractor pipe will be surface and not conduit. It will be hidden behind the upper unit cabinets though.

We are using the remote controlled touch screen extractor for this project. Trust me, it's worth all the cost.

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Kitchen island ready for granite installation. We are here for business. New day.

It is a new day again people. Let's strive to break new grounds.

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Join us tomorrow as we continue from where we stopped.
Thanks all.

At the close of work today

Installation of door for inbuilt dish washer