Solid Surface
What it is & why you should choose it for your project
Solid Surface Materials are available in hundreds of different colours and finishes and have some amazing properties
what is it?
Solid Surface is a sheet-based construction material that Fabricators like Vanity Hall & VH Surfaces transform into beautiful, striking end-products. These can be Kitchen Countertops (it’s most common use), Healthcare Centres, Leisure Facilities, Operating Theatres, Light Fittings, Architecture and much more.
how is it made?
Made from a mix of Resins and Alumina Tri-Hydrate – or ATH as it is more commonly known – is formed into large sheets. It has the ability be joined-together with inconspicuous joints (depends on finish chosen) and you will NEVER feel the joint as long as an experienced Solid Surface Fabricator like VH Surfaces is used.
in-house and on-site health & safety
There has been a lot of concern in since Australia introduced legislation surrounding Silica-based construction materials that are the root cause of the condition called ‘Silicosis’. This is a long-term lung-disease borne from the inhalation of large amounts of silica-dust. Within the material make-up of Solid Surface there is NO silica present so manufacturing and fabricating is far safer for Fabricators as well as any end-users deciding on self-installs of the material. Quartz and other Silica-based building materials release silica-dust at point of disturbance; Solid Surface cannot do this at any point of it’s lifecycle. VH Surfaces is a Silica-Free Solid Surface Fabricator.
post lockdown
Since the COVID-19 Pandemic and subsequent Lockdown, clients in both Residential and Commercial instances are becoming more and more health-conscious and are looking for ever-suitable materials.
product features & benefits
Uniform Colour utilising the latest batch-matching technology at source; Distinctive Colours and Finishes that would be otherwise impossible with ‘Natural’ products such as Quartzite, Granite and Marble; The ability to develop complex-shapes using the latest in Thermoforming technology; Fantastic UV-Properties meaning you can create outdoor spaces and products with Solid Surface and be safe in knowing that the material doesn’t fade or bleach like other surfaces potentially would (depending on material and finishes).
Get in touch
To discuss your requirements, whether they be residential for a new Kitchen Countertop, Dining and Coffee Tables, Dresser Table-tops, or for Commercial Uses, please use the ‘Contact‘ page to get in touch!
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Solid Surface has the properties that you never even knew you needed!
unrivalled versatility
Having such a versatile surface as part of your project, choosing Solid Surface finishes will result in the space looking Dramatic & Elegant have a lasting finish.
low maintenance and longevity
In commercial environments a surface material is needed that requires practically ZERO-maintenance. Solid Surface delivers this every time and with a Care Kit from VH Surfaces you can buff the surface to make it like new. Light scratches can be removed, deeper marks will need to be re-sanded by a professional Solid Surface Fabricator like VH Surfaces.
form and function
VH Surfaces use various techniques to accomplish the desired shape, colour and texture of the project. Solid Surface is able to fill design ‘gaps’ that other materials cannot hope to fill, or at least fill without huge amounts of additional labour.
finish examples
Sandblasting is one such operation that can be applied to Solid Surface to achieve a tumbled-stone appearance. Thermoforming affords a one-piece item of furniture with natural appearances that won’t produce silica dust during its creation and would weigh much less than real stone.
a lifetime of luxury
Solid Surface can achieve a longer-lasting look for much less outlay and far kinder to users and fabricators-alike. It will last for years and bring joy for many years. See the details on our ‘Applications‘ page to see just what you can do with Solid Surfaces fabricated in the West Midlands by VH Surfaces.
