In Depth: Corian Countertops
Corian, developed by Dupont in 1967, is a man-made material that is solid, homogeneous and non-porous, making it the perfect surface for a kitchen countertop. To make Corian, simply mix one part polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) acrylic resin with two parts crushed natural minerals (try aluminum trihydrate, derived from bauxite ore). Add some catalysts, pigments, stabilizers and UV absorbers. Heat, mix and […]
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