Difference Between Corian and Laminate Countertops

Corian and Laminate are extensively used to create counter tops and in various interior finishes.

Difference Between Corian and Laminate Countertops

the characteristics that set them apart are –

• Laminate is a finishing material applied on Plywood, MDF or any kind of composite wooden panel. Corian is a strong and homogeneous material made from acrylic resins and aluminium trihydrate.
• Laminate is available in standard sizes; whenever the panels are joined the joint is visible. Corian can be joined together by creating a seamless joint free finish.
• Both Corian and laminate are heat resistant.
• Corain and laminate can be scratched. In Corian, any scratch can be sanded and it can restore its original form. In laminate the scratches are permanent.
• Laminate can get chipped and becomes irrepairable while Corian is a very strong and durable material which is resistant to chipping.
• Corian is more expensive, stronger and more durable than laminate.
• Laminate is available from 0.6mm to 1.5mm thickness while Corian is available in 6mm, 12mm and 19mm thickness.
• Corian can be converted into fluid design forms while laminate can only be used as a top surface of wood ply-board, MDF or composite wood panels.

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