Corian® Product Overview
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CORIAN® SOLID SURFACE PRODUCT BULLETIN NA/ENGLISH PRODUCT NAME Corian® Solid Surface MANUFACTURER Corian® Design Chestnut Run Plaza 735 974 Centre Road Wilmington, DE 19805 Toll free 1-800-4-CORIAN (1-800-426-7426) www.corian.com PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Basic use Corian® Solid Surface is an advanced composite product used as an architectural and design material in a variety of residential and commercial applications. Corian® Solid Surface offers design versatility, functionality and durability. Supplied in sheets and shapes, it can be fabricated with conventional woodworking tools into virtually any design. It is the original Solid Surface material made only by DuPont. It is widely accepted as a material for countertops, vanity tops, tub/shower walls, kitchen sinks, vanity basins and laboratory bench tops in numerous markets including lodging, healthcare, banks, boutiques, restaurants. Composition Corian® Solid Surface is a solid, nonporous, homogeneous surfacing material, composed of -1/3 acrylic resin (also known as polymethyl methacrylate or PMMA), and -2/3 natural minerals. These minerals are composed of aluminum trihydrate (ATH) derived from bauxite, an ore from which aluminum is extracted. For more information on the composition of the material, please consult the Corian® Solid Surface Safety Data Sheets (SDS) available via the msds.dupont.com website or via your local supplier. STANDARD PRODUCTS Corian® Sheets Available in various standard thicknesses, easily cut to size by professional fabricators. All colors in the standard color palette are available in 12 mm Q/i") sheets that are 30" x 144" (760 mm x 3658 mm). Select colors may be available in 19 mm (3/4") sheet with the same length and width or 6 mm (1/4") sheets that are 30" x 98" (2490 mm x 760 mm). 36.6" (930) wide sheets are available in select 6 and 12 mm colors. Please consult the Corian® Design website, corian.com or Corian® Solid Surface Sheet Products (K-24016) and Corian® Solid Surface Sheet Color Options (K-26836) for more details. Corian® Sinks and Lavatories A wide range of Corian® sinks and lavatories is available in solid colors for custom integration with Corian® sheets to create a continuous surface. This includes vanity basins in solid colors for bathrooms, and single and double sinks for kitchens, bars and small wash-up areas, hospitals and laboratories. Seamed undermounting eliminates rims that trap dirt and water, minimizing cleaning and maintenance and providing improved hygiene. Care, maintenance and installation instructions are included in the packaging. Appropriate accessory products, including installation hardware, are available and recommended for residential kitchens only. The Colors of Corian® Solid Surface A broad palette of colors allows for an almost unlimited working palette. You can choose a single color; a neutral basis for design; or experiment with eye-catching harmonies. Corian® Solid Surface can also be used as inlays, accents, or as a versatile complement to other materials like metal, wood, stone, etc. For complete information on colors, refer to corian.com. Hues, patterns and textures are related by style and character. Dark, heavily pigmented Corian® colors will show scratches, dust and ordinary wear and tear more readily than lighter, textured colors. As a result, these colors are recommended for applications where surface contact is light or for use as inlays and accent colors. However, the DeepColor™ series incorporates an innovative, proprietary technology that delivers greater depth of color and increased durability compared to other dark Corian® colors. Corian® Solid Surface with Resilience Technology™ features superior damage forgiveness, easier and quicker stain removal, and less need for maintenance. This best-in-class premium technology reduces physical and visible damage from scratching, heat, and impact, typical of daily usage in commercial environments. Corian® Solid Surface with Resilience Technology™ is also quicker and easier to renew. Its surface looks new for a longer time and is easily maintained by occasional washing with water and a slightly abrasive pad by end-users. This gentle washing visibly removes low-level scratches. These superior properties are built into the material and the performance is permanent, lasting for the entire life of the material. Custom Sheets DuPont can manufacture Corian® sheets in custom colors, patterns and dimensions, within manufacturing capability limits and based on a minimum order quantity. See Corian®Shapes (K-29965) for an overview of dimensions available. Corian® Solid Surface Product Bulle

CORIAN® SOLID SURFACE PRODUCT BULLETIN NA/ENGLISH Limitations Although Corian® Solid Surface can withstand high temperatures, it should be protected against direct heat with hot pads or heat shields. Use of 6 mm (1/4”) sheets should be restricted to vertical applications or certain furniture applications only. The choice between 12 mm and 19 mm (W and 3A") is generally based on performance and cost considerations. Due to the complex blending of natural minerals and man-made acrylics, slight color variations may be found within a sheet or from sheet to sheet of same color. Therefore,...

CORIAN® SOLID SURFACE PRODUCT BULLETIN NA/ENGLISH CORIAN ® SOLID SURFACE PRODUCT OVERVIEW For making seams in countertops, repairs and custom edges, colorcoordinated Corian® Joint Adhesive should be used. When used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, it provides a smooth and inconspicuous joint. Corian® Joint Adhesive is available from Corian® Design or its distributors. Clearances The minimum expansion clearance in inches for Corian® Solid Surface is 2.2 x 10-5 in./in.°F x (length of the piece of Corian® Solid Surface in inches) x (biggest temperature range expected in °F) In...