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Choosing materials sure sounds simple… until you’re met with a myriad of slabs, finishes, and edge profiles. And that’s not to mention the big question of which material truly works best for your home and lifestyle needs!
If you’re looking at sintered stone, quartz, or any other stone surfaces, Melmer Stoneworks is the place to look. With over 200 selections, an experienced team, and its own local workshop handling fabrication and installation, it’s a handy starting point for homeowners looking to embark on their renovation journeys.
Firstly: what’s the difference between sintered stone and quartz?
If you’ve done your research on renovation materials, you’ve probably heard of sintered stone and quartz more than once.
At first glance, they may seem a tad similar: both have similar stone-like properties and are known for being durable and low-maintenance options. They’re also great options for things like kitchen countertops, bathroom vanity tops, feature walls, and more.
The main difference between them, though, lies in what they’re made of, how they’re made, and resistance levels. Here’s a quick breakdown:
| Sintered stone | Quartz | |
|---|---|---|
| What it’s made of | Made from natural minerals that are compressed and heated at high temperatures to form a dense, hard surface | Made from natural quartz crystals mixed with resins, pigments, and other materials |
| How it’s made | Created through a sintering process that simulates how natural stone forms under heat and pressure | Created by binding quartz with resins and pigments, and then moulding into slabs |
| Durability | Highly resistant to heat, stains, and scratches | Also resistant to stains, scratches, and heat, although not on the same level as sintered stone |
But despite knowing all these things, choosing between them can be tough – which is why seeing the slabs in person can make a big difference before you decide.
Why should you consider Melmer Stoneworks?
They carry a wide range of both sintered stone and quartz surfaces
Variety matters a lot when you’re choosing a surface, but too many choices can also be overwhelming.
What, perhaps, can then be useful is having a complete range of different designs to compare – like marble-inspired slabs, cement-style finishes, travertine looks, or clean solid colours.
At Melmer Stoneworks, homeowners (like you!) will be able to browse through a wide selection of sintered stone, quartz, and other stone surfaces, making it easier to find something that suits your home both aesthetically and practically.
Matic
Credit: Attic Studio Interiors & The Local INN.terior
If you’re leaning towards sintered stone, Matic is Melmer Stoneworks’ sintered stone collection, with slabs measuring 3200mm by 1600mm – which is ideal if you prefer a seamless look with few grout lines.
Design-wise, you’ve also got a ton of options to choose from, including exotic marble effects, solid colours, book-matched designs (where the design creates symmetry), and travertine-inspired finishes.
This collection also includes full-bodied designs, which means the veining patterns run through the entire profile of the slab rather than just the surface.
MS Quartz
If you like the classic quartz, Melmer Stoneworks’ MS Quartz collection offers 28 selections with a variety of different grain sizes and veining patterns.
The different edge profiles available that let homeowners customise the shape of their countertops/vanity tops in a variety of ways.
Made with 93% natural quartz, it’s stain-, scratch-, and heat-resistant, making it a practical option for hardworking surfaces like your kitchen countertops and bathroom vanities. It can also be finished in various edge types for a more customised look.
One standout example from this collection is Aether: a translucent quartz surface that allows light to pass through for a soft, glowy effect.
They handle everything from supply to installation
Choosing the right surface is one thing. Getting it properly cut, fabricated, and installed is another thing altogether.
Here’s where Melmer Stoneworks’ in-house setup comes in handy. Instead of you, the homeowner, needing to coordinate with separate suppliers and installers, you can work with just one team that handles everything from material supply to installation.
It also helps that they have their own local Singapore workshop, which allows for faster lead times, tighter quality control, and more consistent workmanship. Each piece is custom-fabricated locally, within a workshop that’s equipped with 20 sets of advanced fabrication machines that include:
- Bridge cutters: Cut large stone slabs down to the required size and shape.
- Waterjet cutting machines: Use high-pressure water to cut more complex shapes and details.
- Polishing line: Helps smooth and refine the surface or edges of the material, giving the finished piece a cleaner, more polished look.
- Edge profiling machines: Shape the edges of the countertop or surface, whether you prefer something simple or rounded.
- Drilling machines: Used to create precise openings for things like taps, sinks, and other fittings, depending on the surface’s final application.
Find IDsWhy visit Melmer Stoneworks’ showroom?
Online research is useful and all, but seeing (and feeling) these stone surfaces in person is completely different – because things like colours, veining, and textures can look very different than how they do on-screen.
At Melmer Stoneworks’ showroom, you’re able to compare different materials up close and get a better sense of what works with your home’s overall look.
Plus, you’ll also have their experienced team at your disposal, who can guide you through the technical bits so you don’t have to figure things out on your own.
And if you already have a design direction in mind? You can discuss fabrication and installation needs directly with them – so you can cross several things off your list in just one visit.
Visit Melmer Stoneworks’ showroom for your sintered stone/quartz-related needs today
Still deciding between sintered stone, quartz, or other stone surfaces? Head down to Melmer Stoneworks’ showroom today to see their slabs in person.
Alternatively, if you have any enquiries, feel free to drop them a call or email, and the team will be more than happy to help.
Melmer Stoneworks
Address: 28 Loyang Crescent, Singapore 508900 (opening hours 9am to 6pm, closed on Sunday)
Phone: 6362 0308
Email: enquiry@melmerstoneworks.com
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