Dekton Worktops – When only the best will do
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Dekton worktops
A Dekton worktop is one of the toughest options available. Dekton resists heat, scratches, UV light, stains, and chemicals, making it ideal for everyday use — indoors or out. It sits in the premium price range, but once it’s in, maintenance is minimal.
The only real drawback? Its edges can chip on hard impact, and the surface may crack under extreme weight. But if you’re after a low-maintenance, high-performance Dekton kitchen worktop, this is the one to beat.
What is a Dekton worktop?
Dekton by Cosentino is an ultra-compact surface made from a blend of porcelain, quartz, and glass. It’s manufactured using extreme heat and pressure, creating a dense, non-porous slab that’s ideal for kitchens, bathrooms, walls and flooring.
If you’re wondering what a Dekton worktop is — think of it as the next step up from quartz: harder, more heat-resistant, and tougher all round. A Dekton kitchen worktop combines sharp design with exceptional performance.
What is Dekton made of?
A Dekton worktop is made from a blend of raw materials including porcelain, quartz, and glass. Cosentino fuses these under extreme pressure and heat (over 1200°C), using a process called Particle Sintering Technology (PST). This mimics the natural metamorphic changes stone undergoes over thousands of years, but in a matter of hours. The result is a dense, ultra-compact slab that’s non-porous, UV-stable, and incredibly tough. Dekton is available in 60+ colours and 3 textures (polished, suede and volcano).
Is Dekton environmentally friendly?
Yes — Dekton Trilium is one of the most environmentally responsible surfaces on the market. It’s carbon neutral across its full life cycle and made in part with recycled materials, including remnants from other Cosentino production lines. The Trilium range, for example, contains up to 80% recycled content and leads Cosentino’s sustainability push but environmental efforts now extend across the wider Dekton range too. Manufacturing takes place in ISO-certified facilities using renewable energy and closed-loop water systems.
Dekton worktops pros and cons:
What are the advantages of a Dekton worktop?
Guaranteed: 25-years
Stain Resistance: Dekton’s ultra-compact surface has superb stain resistance
Acid Resistance: Dekton is impervious to acid.
Heat Resistance: Hot pans are no match for Dekton and can be directly placed onto its surface.
UV Stable: Ultra-resistant to UV sunlight, Dekton is the perfect choice for outdoor kitchen applications.
Scratch Resistance: Excellent durability against scratches. Cosentino recommends using cutting boards to protect your utensil blades.
Dekton Worktop Colours: Available in 60+ colours and 3 different surface finishes, there’s no limit to how you can use this material to match a scheme.
Dekton Worktop Thickness: Available in 4mm, 8mm, 12mm, 20mm and 30mm thicknesses and sizes up to 1440 x 3200mm
What are the disadvantages of a Dekton worktop?
Not fully repairable: Despite being extremely hard, edges, bevels and corners can chip due to the brittle nature of the material. Surfaces can break if too much load-bearing is applied. Repairs are not invisible
Expensive: Dekton is more expensive than other surfaces.
DEKTON VS SILESTONE
Expensive // Cheaper
Ultra compact surface // Solid surface
25 year warranty // 25 year warranty
Non-porous// Non-porous
Non-repairable// Non repairable
Easy care // Needs some care
High resistance to scratching // High resistance to scratching
60+ colours // 90+ colours
Superb resistance to heat // Sensitive to heat
Excellent resistance to acid // Not sensitive to acid
Not UV sensitive // UV sensitive
Resistant to mould and bacteria // Resistant to mould and bacteria
Dekton Care
Dekton – How to clean.
Cosentino recommends Specialist cleaner Q- Action. Alternatively, soap and water are perfectly fine. Easily remove stains with a cream cleanser.
Can a Dekton worktop be repaired?
No. Dekton is extremely hard and resistant to surface knocks. Exposed areas are vulnerable to high impact.
Are Dekton worktops heat resistant?
Yes. Dekton above 8mm thickness designed to withstand all kitchen utensil temperatures without the use of trivets. Cosentino advises against contact with direct flame sources.
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