Low sheen countertop

5 years ago

I am trying to replicate the kitchen I saw in 1920s bungalow, with fumed oak cabinets and a marble countertop. The counter had no veining, which I liked. Using marble is not an option, it is for a guest cabin, and needs to be low maintenence. Home Depot has a plain white solid surface called Hi-Macs Artic White, but when I saw a big sample, I thought it looked too shiny and bright for my purpose - not soft and mellow. I have read that Corian is more matte. Does anyone have experience with Corian's Glacier White or Cameo White? My second choice would be soapstone, but I really prefer a lighter counter.

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5 years ago

Yes, Corian is done in a matte/satin finish typically, although you can get it polished to a glossier sheen as well. Glacier white is a nice choice if you want a clean, seamless look.

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CV Patton
Original Author
5 years ago
Thanks so much!
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MizLizzie
5 years ago
I have Corian GW in a guest bath. Previous owner installed it. Looks almost like milk it’s so satiny-white. Just lovely.
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Joseph Corlett, LLC
5 years ago
last modified: 5 years ago
Have your fabricator stop with a red Scotchbrite pad which is about a 600 grit, or use Perfect Finish matte from www.danidesigns.com.

Matte finishes are only for lighter or medium solid surface colors. Darker colors have to go to semi-gloss to look good.
Robbin Capers
5 years ago
I'm getting Hi-Macs in arctic white matte finish. I think that's the default.
beth09
4 years ago
last modified: 4 years ago
Robin Capers, are you happy with your counter? I have ordered that sight unseen, just wanting some feedback on the "whiteness". As in, any undertones? Is it blinding white or just a good bright white? TIA
CV Patton
Original Author
4 years ago
I chose Corian (can't remember what white it is) and I am happy with the way it looks. The matte finish looks great with the old logs in the cabin. Thanks for the pro-Corian input, everyone. It was very helpful to me.