Sintered stone is a manmade slab made of 100% natural minerals. It is engineered through the sintering process which involves the use of intense heat of up to 1200°C and high pressure to bond loose grains of minerals together. This process does not require the liquefying or melting of the minerals, or the use of bonding elements like resin – hence it’s healthier and easier maintenance.

Sintered stone tabletops are extremely durable, and we mean it! Unlike granite, quartz and marble, sintered stone requires less maintenance due to its impeccable physical properties. Considered as the hardest surface in the market, it ranks high on the Mohs hardness scale with a score of 7 to 8, edging out the previously reigning quartz’s score of 6 to 7.

If you’re looking for a durable tabletop that will withstand some rough-housing from children and pets, or other heavy duty activities, sintered stone is a good investment that will last longer while still maintaining its stunning appearance.

Building on what’s explained in FAQs 1 & 2 above, sintered stone table top is harder than quartz (measured on the Mohs scale). Moreover, it’s made completely from natural materials and doesn’t contain synthetic agents like resin binders. That is why, with the absence of these resin binders, sintered stone is heat proof – it does not turn colour or deteriorate, nor will it give off harmful gas. Adding on, sintered stone is non-porous so it cannot trap dirt or bacteria, making it safe to even eat directly from it.

While sintered stone has the look of marble, it is not the same as marble. In fact, it performs way better! Thanks to how it was engineered with intense heat and pressure, sintered stone is a solid slab that is resistant to many external elements, like heat, stains, scratches, chemicals – you name it, the impenetrable sintered surface can withstand almost anything!

Marble, on the other hand, is a naturally-occurring stone that is composed of calcite. Calcite is easily dissolved by acidic substances, even household liquids like lemon juice or vinegar may damage it. Considered as a ‘soft’ stone with high porosity, marble requires high maintenance as it is vulnerable to stains, scratches and liquids. Most marble countertops require quality sealant to protect them, and frequent resealing may be needed, especially if you are a heavy-duty user.

Cleaning after meals has never been easier with the sintered stone tables. Thanks to its non-porous surface, sintered stone is waterproof and stain-resistant, which means that it will not get dirty so easily. For daily maintenance, just a wipe down with a damp cloth will do the job, or a little dishwashing liquid works great too. For days when you think it needs a little more TLC, it is alright to use harsh cleaning agents like Cif to thorougly clean it as sintered stones are chemical resistant too. Effortless!

Yes you can! Sintered stone’s amazing physical properties can be brought outside of your home too. Your sintered stone table can withstand the elements of Mother Nature without the wear-and-tears, especially in our hot and humid climate. Not only is it heat- and stain-resistant for ease of cleaning, sintered stone table is also weatherproof and UV-resistant. Our selected range of sintered tables matched with aluminium bases will be perfect for your balconies, patios and gardens.

Read our blog post to find out more on how you can dine outdoors with your sintered stone table.

Sintered stone is completely stain-resistant, even with the darkest of liquids. Additionally, sintered stone is UV-resistant and weatherproof – it will not experience discolouration easily even when you leave it outdoors. Hence the likelihood of discolouring or turning yellow is low.

Our sintered stone tabletops come in 12mm thickness.

We don’t recommend glossy finishes as anything glossy will be more susceptible to scratches, which defeats one of the key benefits of using a sintered stone table.

A wide range of our sintered stone tables are customisable in colour and/or size. Keep a look out for the “customisable” badge under the model names to know which models are eligible, and feel free to drop us an email to find out more regarding your customisation.

Depending on the availability of materials, it ranges from 3 to 8 weeks.

The warranty for the sintered top is 3 years, while its respective table base’s warranty is 1 year.