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The frequency depends on multiple factors like how often you use the counter, what products the counter is exposed to and how often. Marble counters will need to be sealed more often (every 6-9 months) compared to other stone types due to their porosity. There are no pre-defined timelines but, your fabricator/ builder will be able to guide you better or refer to the instructions provided by the sealer brand.
A sealer attaches to the surface of the stone and protects it from staining, scratching and losing shine.
An Impregnator sealer penetrates the surface of the stone and forms permanent bonds to protect the stone against staining, scratching and loosing shine.
The best color for your home depends on your personality, preference and the look you are trying to achieve. As a general guideline,
Seams are inevitable depending on the size of your countertop. It’s best to speak with your fabricator about the layout and seam size before starting the job.
Check out our Care and Maintenance guides under the Resources section.
Cosmos offers a huge variety of Natural Stones. Click Granite, Marble, Quartzite, Onyx, Schist, Soap Stone or Semi-Precious to see our natural stone offerings.
Natural stone can be used in numerous applications, both on the interior and exterior of your home. They can be used as counter tops in kitchens, bars, laundry rooms, vanity tops in bathrooms, tabletops, flooring, walkways, building facades, interior wall cladding, fireplace surrounds, accent walls, stairs – landings and risers, patios, etc.
Stone prices vary largely, and this is mostly to do with the location and size of the stone quarries. Remote or smaller quarries mean that they are harder to get to and harder to quarry which leads to a scarcity of product and surge in pricing. Other factors could be the mineral content in the stone and the cost of logistics in bringing the product to you.
Kitchen and bar counters are commonly exposed to liquids like water, milk, juices, wine or other alcohol, acidic substances like citrus vegetables, some fruits, acetic acid as well as sharp utensils, all of which can damage any countertop. However, Granite is one of the strongest and most dense stones in nature with high tolerance to heat and tension due to which it is resistant to etching, staining and absorption making it one of the top choices for use in kitchens and bars. Click Granite to see our huge collection of this Natural Stone.
Cosmos makes every effort to maintain a consistent pallet but, our collections do change depending on trends and seasonality. While there is a high chance that we will have the same product in stock, please note that it is normal to have slight variations in the background color and vein patterns between production lots. We will make every effort to get you the closest match. Please contact your nearest location and we will be happy to help you out.
Yes, Cosmos Quartz is non-porous, creating the ideal surface for hygienic food preparation and if properly cleaned it is virtually bacteria free.
Yes, Cosmos Quartz is highly heat resistant but, NOT heat proof.
Quartz is the second most abundant and naturally occurring mineral found in the Earth’s Crust. Quartz is also the fourth hardest mineral known to man.
Quartz is a manufactured product designed to emulate natural stone or other surfaces whereas, Quartzite is a natural stone found in the Earth’s crust. This article does a great job at comparing the 2 products.
Ceramic tile durability depends on the installation. Usually following the manufacturer’s instructions is the best thing to do.
Yes, you can buy tile and sinks directly from your nearest Cosmos SurfacesTM location.
For any tile to be used, it is recommended that they have an extremely low water absorption rate – less than 0.5% and be rated by the manufacturer for outdoor use.
Glazed ceramic and porcelain tiles as well as through body porcelain tiles need not be sealed. Unglazed tiles must be sealed with a penetrating sealer.
Yes, grout joints must be sealed to prevent water absorption.
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