Yes, for us to provide you with the countertops you envisioned the decision maker MUST be present at both the template/measure and installation.
Typical lead times for standard and stock materials:
Laminate Countertops-supply only picked up at our shop:
Stock Colors 1-2 weeks
Non Stock Colors 3-4 weeks
Installed Corian and Quartz Countertops 2-3 weeks (from template/measure to installation)
Lead times can vary depending upon current workload and your countertop specifications and surface selection.
No, Robar Countertops is not licensed for electrical or plumbing work. You will need to make arrangements for this service yourself.
We recommend that you DO NOT place any hot items such as hot pots and hot pans on any of the countertop surfaces we provide.
Laminate: Yes, some laminate patterns disguise seams better than others.
Solid Surface: Yes, but seams are very inconspicuous.
Quartz: Yes, all seams are visible and typically 1/16"
Seam placement is determined by the countertop layout and the size and/or fabrication limitations of each surface. We try to minimize seams whenever possible, but most countertops will require a seam(s).
Laminate: The deck is typically 11/16" thick with a build down of the edge profile giving an overall thickness of 1 3/8" above your cabinets.
Solid Surface: Corianl is 1/2" thick with 1 1/4" build down of the edge profile.
Quartz: Zodiaq is a full 3cm (1 1/4") thick material
This is a man-made material that does not stain, does not require sealing and will not breed bacteria. It is an advanced blend of natural minerals and pure acrylic polymer. This material has the ability to be adhered together, allowing a "seamless" appearance, although the seams are meant to be inconspicuous but not invisible.
This material has the look and feel of natural stone, but is actually stronger due to its engineered make-up. It is made up of 93% natural quartz and 7% pigments and polymer resins combined together and compacted into slabs by a special vacuum and vibration process at a pressure of 100 Tons.
Digital images printed on paper and laid over layers of kraft paper sheets, impregnated with phenolyc resin, and bonded to 11/16" particle board.
For everyday cleaning, mild dish soap and water should be sufficient. There are also cleaners available at your local home improvement stores. To avoid water streaks, wipe counters dry after cleaning. WindexÆ or similar products can be used to clean up excess oil but are not recommended for daily use due to the acidic levels in the product. These types of cleaners also contain dyes and should not be left on the counters for an extended period of time.
Solid Surface and Engineered quartz can not be stained due to their chemical make up. Plastic laminate will resist many stains, but can not be sealed to be "stain-proof."
We provide measuring and installation services on our Corian and Zodiaq products only. Laminate countertops are measured and installed by your cabinet maker or contractor.
Robar Countertops Ltd. has produced this countertop to meet the standards of the supplier. Any defects in this product due to faulty workmanship or defective materials which appear during 12 months after the date shipped will be repaired or a new top supplied at the discretion of the manufacturer, at no cost to the owner. Removal of the old or installation of the new countertop will be your responsibility. This Warranty is limited to repairing or replacing defects only and does not apply where such defects arise through faulty installation, repairs done by others, misuse or by water damage.