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Suitability of Neolith Textil as kitchen backsplash

9 years ago
Our house remodel is trending "Japanese Mountain House" (my name for it!). Whole house has rough quartzite stone floors. We have selected Cleaf Noce Daniella material for kitchen cabinets and a soft white quartz counter. Trying not to have too much going on but for our backsplash are considering Neolith Textile in white (as shown). Since it has a tooth, is it more difficult to keep clean than other materials? Thank you for any input you have!!
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Comments (3)

  • PRO
    9 years ago

    Hello,

    Textile white does have a textured surface. It is still extremely stain resistant. The main difference between any polished surface vs any textured surface regarding cleaning is the texture gives things something to grip to. It would just take a little more elbow grease to get splashed spaghetti sauce off for example. The material is beautiful, and the texture adds a nice touch of depth and character to the space. I hope this was helpful. Please let us know if you have any additional questions!


    Thanks!

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  • PRO
    9 years ago

    Hi kittenmama,

    One of the great things about Neolith is that non-porous surface! With the Textil line, you might need to use a more rough rag or scrubber on anything that doesn't wipe away with a dishcloth, just to make sure you're reaching any dips in the texture. But the good thing is that you know the surface itself isn't absorbing any mess, so with the right cleaning tools, your Neolith can stay perfect!

    If you would like more information, see this "Care and Maintenance" PDF: http://www.marvamarble.com/products/neolith/neolith-residential.html

  • PRO
    9 years ago

    Hi kittenmama, as MARVA Marble & Granite, Inc. comments Neolith has no pores, so there are no remains of dirt and does not stain or change the color. Textile White model, having texture, can accumulate particles that can be cleaned easily. Other properties of Neolith, which make it a unique and exceptional product is:

    HYGIENIC - It does not give off any harmful substances and is totally suitable for contact with food. NSF Certifate.

    RESISTANT TO BENDING - It has a high shear rate, making it resistant to heavy loads and pressure.

    RESISTANT TO SCRATCHES - Its hard surface makes it resistant to scratches and abrasion.

    EASY TO CLEAN - Resistant to any kind of chemical cleaning agent such as bleach or ammonia.

    RESISTANT TO UV RAYS - Being 100% natural, its colors do not fade away when being exposed to sun light or other extreme weather conditions.

    RESISTANT TO HIGHT TEMPERATURES - It does not burn in contact with fire nor does it emit smoke or toxic substances when subjected to high temperatures.

    100% NATURAL - It does not give off any substances that are harmful to the environment.

    RESISTANT TO ICE AND THAW - Neolith does not suffer any changes when exposed to low temperatures.

    WATERPROOF - Waterproof and resistant to liquids, with an absorption level of almost zero.

    100% RECYCLABLE - Up to 52% of any Neolith slab is composed of recycled raw materials.