Silestone is the only countertop with built-in Microban protection that safely fights the growth of microbes such as odor-causing bacteria, mold and mildew 24/7 for the life of the product. While Microban does not protect against foodborne illness and is not a substitute for normal cleaning practices, it does make Silestone easier to clean and keep clean.

1. SILESTONE®
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
Key Product Attributes Summary
π Made of Natural Quartz, the 4th hardest mineral found in nature
π The only countertop with built-in antimicrobial protection
π Scratch-, stain- and scorch-resistant
π Low maintenance - cleans with soap and water; never needs sealers
π Offers 15-year manufacturer’s warranty
Silestone Main Advantages: Cleaner, Safer Countertop Choice
π National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) approved
π GREENGUARD certified as safe for the kitchen indoor environment
π Microban®
antimicrobial protection to safely fight the spread of bacteria, mold and mildew,
24/7 for the life of the product
Unique Silestone Characteristics
π Over 60 colors and two exceptional finishes
π Exclusive five-dimensional color process in the Mountain Series
π Largest fabrication and distribution network in the nation and recognized as the leader in the quartz industry
π Reliable inventory - 11 quartz production lines and over 20 distribution centers across North America
Live safer.™Live safer.™
Silestone is the only countertop with built-in Microban
protection that safely fights the growth of microbes such
as odor-causing bacteria, mold and mildew 24/7 for the
life of the product. While Microban does not protect
against foodborne illness and is not a substitute for
normal cleaning practices, it does make Silestone easier
to clean and keep clean.
Silestone has Certification under NSF 51 as a safe material
for use in areas where food preparation could take place.
Silestone contributes to better indoor air quality because
it has low-to-no emission (off gassing) of toxic chemicals
into the indoor environment.
Silestone is GREENGUARD certified for low emitting
interior building materials, furnishings, and finish systems
used in educational (daycare and K-12) environments.
All GREENGUARD Children & SchoolsSM products have
been tested for their chemical emissions performance
Exclusive Benefits product comparison chart
cleaner
safer
©2008 Cosentino N.A. All rights reserved.
Silestone trademark and logo are the property of Cosentino U.S.A. under exclusive license from Cosentino, S.A.
Microban is a registered trademark of Microban Products Company.
15-year
Material
Warranty
Antimicrobial
Protection
Professional
Installation
Included in Price
Scratch
Resistance
Stain
Resistance
Heat
Resistance
Scorch
Resistance
Renewable &
Repairable
Seamless
Appearance
Non-porous
yes
yes
yes
Laminate
no
no
no
Solid
Surface
no
no
yes
Granite
no
no
yes
excellent very good good fair
A Cleaner, Safer Countertop.
15 15www.silestoneusa.com

2. GENERAL INFORMATION
Quartz
Besides its natural depth of color, Silestone®
Quartz
has unparalleled durability and strength. The only
natural minerals harder than quartz are diamond,
sapphire and topaz.
Reliability
Silestone is a hard, dense and non-porous material
that is consistent throughout its composition, making
it more reliable than any other natural stone.
Antimicrobial Protection
Silestone is the only countertop with built-in Microban
product protection to safely fight the growth of
microbes such as odor causing bacteria, 24/7 for the
life of the product resulting in countertops that are
easier to clean and stay cleaner between cleanings.
Manufacturer’s Warranty
Silestone offers a 15-Year non-transferable material
warranty. Customers must register their installed
product with Cosentino. More information is available
on www.silestoneuse.com.
Scratch-resistance
Common household accidents such as a dropped
knife, a fallen piece of glass or errant scissors will not
scratch Silestone because only materials as hard as,
or harder than Silestone will scratch it. Beware: no
surface is indestructible.
Stain-resistance
Because Silestone is non-porous, most spills stay on
the surface and are easy to clean with soapy water or
a mild household cleaners.
Heat-resistance
Silestoneisheat-andscorch-resistant.Itwillwithstand
limited exposure to heat without burning or scorching.
The fire of a lit match will not mar the Silestone
countertop. However, as advised by crock-pot and
electric skillet manufacturers, do not place these items
directly on any countertop. We recommend the use of
trivets when placing hot items on a Silestone surface
to avoid thermal shock.
Care and Maintenance
Silestone Quartz is virtually maintenance-free. It does
not need to be sealed and cleaning is a cinch. Simply
wipethesurfacewithsoapandwateronaregularbasis
to maintain its beauty and shine for years to come.
Difficult Spills
To remove difficult spills, soak the area for 10 minutes
with a mild household cleaner (such as Formula 409®
,
Lysol®
, or Windex®
) then rinse and clean away with a
soft Scotch Brite®
pad. For stains that harden as they
dry, such as food and gum, remove by gently scraping
off of the surface (using a blade or putty remover) and
then clean using warm water and soap.
Extreme Heat
Silestone is resistant to heat and can withstand
moderately high temperatures for brief periods of time
without being damaged. As with any natural stone,
however, certain exposure to heat may cause cracks
due to thermal shock. Always use a rivet to place hot
items on Silestone. Do not use crock pots or electric
skillets while in direct contact with Silestone natural
quartz surfaces.
Harsh Chemicals
The following may harm Silestone: Drano®
, Liquid
Plumr®
, oven cleaners and floor strippers. DO NOT
use these or any other harsh chemicals on your
Silestone Quartz surface.
Sunlight Exposure
Continuous long-term exposure to direct sunlight (UV
rays) may result in slight discoloration of Silestone
Quartz surfaces.
General Precautions
To prolong the life of your knives, always use a cutting
board. Natural quartz is one of the hardest minerals
found in nature, making Silestone highly scratch-
resistant. That same hardness may dull the sharpness
of most knives.
A Cleaner, Safer Countertop.