Modern industry offers customers a wide selection of sanitary products. One of the novelties is "Polygran" sinks made of artificial stone. They have a lot of advantages and an unusual look, but not many buyers are familiar with their characteristics.
Polygran Company
In the Russian market, sanitary equipment made of artificial stone is offered by the Polygran company. Its main focus is the manufacture of furniture for kitchens. One of the new products of the company is a kitchen sink made of artificial stone.
Production Features
Sinks are made from composite materials - quartz and crumbs of minerals. For the manufacture of sanitary products, two options for artificial stone are used:
- Tolero is a quartz stone mixed with an adhesive.
- Polygran is an artificial stone made from different ingredients.
Based on these two materials, high-quality sanitary ware is produced in a variety of shapes andcolors. Thanks to the original design solutions and excellent functional qualities of the Polygran sink, reviews of which are only positive, they are able to satisfy the most sophisticated tastes.
Composite artificial stone, from which sinks are made in the Polygran workshops, was invented by the company's technologists. It consists of 80% granite chips and 20% adhesives. Resins and polymers are added to the crumb to seal the granite base.
Industrial sinks are cast from this mixture. The manufacturing process is very laborious, but guarantees excellent quality of the bowl. In order for the body of the plumbing fixture to be homogeneous and without cavities, each sink is poured on a vibrating table. Vibration allows the mass to be compacted so that there are no pores in it. This improves the performance of the sink, even compared to natural stone, which may have natural flaws. At the end of the technological process, it is polished and coated with a special compound that protects the surface from harmful effects.
Product varieties
Taking into account the different architectural solutions of kitchens, the company has developed a range of "Polygran" stone sinks, among which you can choose the option that suits each specific case. Polygran offers its customers the following types of sinks:
- round;
- oval;
- corner;
- with right or left working wing;
- built-in cabinet;
- special.
A wide range of models allows you to choose the one for every kitchenan option that suits her space and meets the preferences of the hostess. The range offers special products with two compartments. There are sinks with a free rim around the bowl. Variants with a corrugated wing have been developed, on the surface of which water does not linger and rolls down into the sink.
Characteristics of synthetic stone
Sinks from this company have a number of positive properties:
- This sink does not collect plaque and dust, unlike other products. Contaminants are easily washed off with a sponge, and only as a last resort should you use household chemicals.
- Kitchen sinks are made by casting. Its bowl has no seams and is cast entirely. Therefore, it does not leak, there are no cracks.
- Polygran sinks, reviews of which are only positive, have high strength. Therefore, dishes and washcloths do not leave marks or even small scratches on them.
- Sinks made of stone are environmentally friendly, as they consist of a natural base. They do not emit harmful substances, do not leave harmful components on the dishes.
- Composite sinks come in a variety of looks and designs. For any kitchen and a variety of styles, you can choose a sink in the desired color scheme and the required model.
- Artificial stone is very strong and therefore durable. The Polygran company gives a guarantee for its products up to 7 years, and with gentle handling - up to 10 years. During this period, they will reliably serve their owners and will not change their appearance.
- About car washes"Polygran" customer reviews are the most enthusiastic. This is a rather expensive item. However, they are still much cheaper than their natural stone counterparts, and look almost the same. Therefore, if you want to decorate the kitchen with an unusual sanitary ware, you should pay attention to the sink made of composite materials based on stone from the Polygran company.
Features of operation
On these kitchen sinks, household dirt can be easily washed off with a sponge. If the sink is very dirty, it can be washed with household chemicals. Do not use abrasive detergents. It is also forbidden to treat the sink with acetone and compounds containing it. In addition, it is necessary to exclude the ingress of concentrated acids on the artificial surface.
How to choose the right one?
When buying a sink, you first need to know the dimensions of the table on which it will be installed. It is also worth thinking about the features of the organization of work processes in the kitchen.
For a small kitchen space, a corner sink is more suitable, which will occupy the usually unused part of the kitchen table surface. To save space, it is better to install a sink with one bowl and without a functional drain. If there is little cooking in the kitchen, then a smaller sink is chosen. If the process of cooking is complex and often boiled, you should choose a sink with several bowls. In such models, you can wash dishes, defrost food or leave washed dishes to dry at the same time.
Mostround and rectangular shapes of sinks "Polygran" are functional. Customer reviews about them are the most emotional. A round or oval bowl is easier to clean due to the lack of corners where dirt usually collects. In addition, the company produces trapezoidal sinks, which will suit lovers of unusual interior solutions.
If your kitchen has a dishwasher and it will do most of the washing up, then you should choose a smaller sink to save space. If the dishes are washed by hand, you should look at deep and voluminous models with a functional wing, on which you can leave kitchen utensils to dry. The optimal depth for a sink that will be used heavily is about 20 centimeters.
Choice of sink design
Since artificial stone sinks are made from natural filler, they come in shades of natural stones ranging from light to dark. But the Polygran kitchen sink, according to reviews, can have bright colors - blue, pink, green.
One of the most common design decisions is choosing the color of the sink to match the furniture. However, you can play around with the decor of the kitchen and choose a sink in a contrasting color to the furniture. Bright sinks will look especially good against the background of plain light or dark tables. They will become an accent in the room.
Besides, "Polygran" produces monochromatic and speckled models. Mottled shells are more functional - they show less pollution. Their appearance is more reminiscent of natural granite.
You also need to take into account the quality of the coating: there are models with a matte and shiny surface. In all Polygran sinks, in the reviews, customers note the quality of workmanship and ease of use. Bowls with glossy surfaces look more presentable. Dishes on composite sinks never leave scratches.
Choosing a functional item
In addition to beauty, when buying a sink, you must also pay attention to the technical parameters:
- for long term use, wall thickness should be 12mm;
- the diameter of the drain hole must fit the drain pipe and house sewer;
- left-hand or right-hand arrangement of the functional wing.
The company's line of models
Reviews of Polygran sinks made of artificial stone mark their diverse models. They can be:
- Compact. These are small sinks, the depth of which is up to 20 cm, which makes it possible to wash even tall pans. They are very convenient - suitable for a table 50-70 cm wide, and for a corner location.
- Standard. Such models have the usual rectangular shape and are applicable for any placement option - both along the furniture and across. Their main advantage is the absence of a pre-made drain hole, so they can be placed arbitrarily in relation to the sewer pipe.
- Paired. These are sinks with two equal bowls, which are suitable forspacious kitchens and large houses. They are longer than the standard version and reach up to 80 cm with a typical depth of 20 cm.
- Custom. Among them are paired with two bowls, which are mounted above the cabinet in the corner of the kitchen. They are more expensive than ordinary ones, due to their special decision. If such a model is not necessary, it is better to look at more traditional sinks.
What are customers saying?
Most of the customers of the stores who bought the Polygran kitchen sinks were satisfied with the purchase in the reviews. I like the design and especially the high quality of the coating. They note that the sink can withstand heavy loads, is not affected by household chemicals, retains its original appearance and pleases its owners for a long time.
