Ultracompact & Sintered Surface Countertops
Ultracompact and sintered surfaces use mineral-based manufacturing processes to create dense architectural slabs. Dekton by Cosentino is one option for countertops and other demanding applications.
DeSavino & Sons fabricates and installs ultracompact countertops in Northeastern Pennsylvania, serving the region from Olyphant, PA. Explore Dekton by Cosentino for mineral-based surfaces that can extend from interior countertops to suitable outdoor settings.
Cosentino makes Dekton using its Sinterized Particle Technology, which applies heat and pressure to accelerate changes comparable to those involved in natural stone formation. Specifications differ among sintered products; the performance features below describe Dekton rather than every surface sold under these broader terms.
Key features
- Mineral-based Dekton slabs produced through heat and pressure
- Nonporous Dekton surface with very low water absorption
- High resistance to stains
- Resistance to heat and abrasion
- UV resistance for suitable outdoor applications
- High scratch resistance, with performance varying by color and finish
Best uses
Dekton can be used for kitchen countertops, bathroom surfaces and outdoor countertops. Cosentino also describes applications for walls, floors and facades, allowing coordinated architectural designs.
Select the product, finish and thickness for the intended application rather than assuming every sintered slab performs identically. Dekton's polished XGloss finishes, for example, can be less scratch resistant than other finishes.
Common questions
What does ultracompact mean?
Cosentino uses the term for Dekton, a dense mineral-based surface made with its Sinterized Particle Technology. The process uses high temperatures and pressure to create architectural slabs.
Are all sintered surfaces the same?
Do not assume they share identical specifications. The features on this page refer to Cosentino's Dekton; check each manufacturer's documentation for other products.
Can ultracompact countertops be used outdoors?
Dekton is offered for outdoor countertops and has UV resistance and low water absorption. Outdoor suitability should be confirmed for the specific product selected.
Are these surfaces scratch-proof?
No surface should be described that way. Cosentino identifies Dekton as highly scratch resistant but notes differences by color and finish, including lower scratch resistance in XGloss finishes.
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