Avant 5700 Calacatta Amelie resembles the look of Taj Mahal quartzite. This stone stands out with its creamy base tone, complemented by beige and yellow veins. The new Avant collection quartz stones are made using modern technology, giving the engineered stones an even more natural appearance. The details, patterns, and tones appear more authentic than ever before. A reinforced layer has been applied to the veined stones, enhancing the pattern and providing a more natural look. The result is a surface that resembles natural stone, while retaining the durability and easy maintenance characteristic of engineered stone.
Slab size: 3200x1600mm
Surface treatment: Polished
Thickness: 20mm
Bathroom
Kitchen countertops
Shelves
Walls
Windowsills
Quartz stone is an engineered stone with consistent colors and structure and its porosity is minimized.
The lower the porosity, the more hygienic and easier to clean the material is. In addition, compared to natural stones, quartz offers a noticeably wider selection of colors, especially among lighter shades.
Quartz stone is an industrially produced material containing over 93% natural components and smaller amounts of other ingredients to maintain the correct color and consistency. For countertop production, quartz is cut to the desired size, and the edges and surface are finished. Quartz countertops are durable, water-resistant, easy to maintain and, with proper care, last a very long time.
For daily cleaning of quartz surfaces, we recommend using a damp microfiber cloth, warm water and, if needed, a neutral (pH 7), mildly alkaline (pH 8-10), or mildly acidic (pH 4-6) detergent. It is preferable to use products specifically designed for quartz stone, but everyday cleaning can also be done with dishwashing or glass cleaning detergents (e.g., Frosch). Avoid highly acidic or bleach-containing cleaners. The stone surface is also sensitive to abrasive materials—micro-scratches can be caused by steel wool or sand grains trapped in a cleaning cloth.
Polished quartz countertops do not require impregnation when used indoors. Countertops with other surface finishes also generally do not need impregnation under normal use.
Quartz surfaces should be carefully protected against stains. Avoid exposing the countertop to chemicals and corrosive substances. The best way to prevent stains is to immediately remove any dirt or spills before they can dry. Cleaning with paper towel, water and detergent is usually sufficient. For tougher stains, we recommend using products specifically designed for quartz surfaces. After using such products, it is advisable to wash the countertop again with water and detergent.
Quartz stone is not completely heat resistant and can withstand temperatures up to 170°C. Heat damage may occur on the surface (e.g., marks from hot cookware) because the resin in quartz begins to melt at high temperatures. For example, when placing hot items on surfaces containing mirror chips, using trivets is strongly recommended to prevent damage. We do not recommend placing hot objects directly on these surfaces, even temporarily. Although quartz is fairly scratch-resistant, we still advise using cutting boards to avoid potential damage.
