MODERN EPOXY COATING COUNTERTOPS

Are Epoxy countertops Food Safe?

Because the epoxy is non-porous and makes your countertops seamless, no bacteria is able to get trapped underneath the surface. Once cured, Epoxy is 100% food safe.

How do you maintain Epoxy Countertops?

For weekly or monthly cleaning, to maintain the epoxy resin surface, use mineral oil, or Murphy's Oil conservatively. Too much will cause the surface to dull and become hazy. In the event of a major spill, or just for peace of mind, you can also use paint thinner or acetone to clean the surface.

What Are Epoxy Countertops?

Epoxy is primarily used as a refinishing product. Applying a coating of this material can help restore or revitalize old, worn, or out-of-style bathroom countertops, kitchen countertops.

It’s a popular choice for refinishing due to the durability of the epoxy resin. It can resist scratches and provide years of use before the surface dulls. It can also tolerate most cleaning materials without losing its luster.

You can apply epoxy over most countertop materials, including:

• Formica
• Laminate
• Ceramic
• Metal
• Wood
• Concrete

 Advantages of Epoxy Countertops

• Durable Resin Finish- When epoxy hardens, it creates a solid surface that should last for years. We love epoxy due to its long-lasting shine. Unlike varnishes and other types of coatings, you don’t need to continually reapply the material when it starts to dull.
  The durable finish holds up well in comparison to other types of countertop materials and coatings. Cracking or damaging the epoxy surface is something that we rarely see.
• High-Gloss Finish- If you like a super-shiny and glossy polished finish, then you’ll love epoxy. You can’t get much glossier. It does wear down some in time, but you can maintain that high-gloss look with periodic applications of mineral oil.
• Unlimited Design Potential- Epoxy is likely the most versatile countertop material when it comes to design possibilities. Essentially any color or pattern you can dream of can be created.
• Seamless- Epoxy is the only type of countertop that can offer a genuinely seamless surface for continuous color and pattern.
• Heat resistant- You can set a hot dish on the surface without instantly ruining your countertop. Keep in mind that if you leave a heated baking dish or a hot coffee carafe on a layer of epoxy, it will eventually damage the surface. Epoxy is heat resistant, but not heatproof.
  It's smart to use trivets for hot pots to protect epoxy counters or any type of kitchen countertop from heat damage. 
• Nontoxic and food safe- Most epoxy products are considered non-toxic and are food-safe for countertops once the epoxy resin has cured.
  The chemicals that you combine to create the hard surface usually contain some volatile organic compounds (VOCs), so proper ventilation is required during application and for a few days after as the VOC’s evaporate.
  The epoxy brands that we trust strive to limit the presence of these harmful substances.
• Easy to clean- You can use almost any cleaning product on it without damaging the epoxy, ensuring that you have a safe place to prepare your foods. The nonporous surface is also resistant to mold and bacteria growth.