Avanza, a natural quartz surface from Avanza USA. It's made from natural quartz (nature's 4th hardest material). It's centuries of Italian artistry in stone reinvented with 21st-century American know-how.
Avanza is made from quarried stone that is reshaped under extreme heat and pressure with high-performance, stain-resistant polymers. Unlike ordinary quarried stone, Avanza natural quartz is nonporous and remains resistant to chemicals, scratches and stains without periodic resealing or polishing.
So now you can have the best of both worlds...the natural beauty and strength of real stone, plus performance characteristics beyond that of granite or solid surface.
Care & Maintenance
Avanza is non-porous, so you can enjoy the beauty of natural stone without the worries. Unlike ordinary stone, Avanza has extremely high resistance to chemicals, scratches and stains and never needs to be polished or sealed. Avanza is also heat-resistant and will not scorch under normal cooking temperatures. With routine care, Avanza will maintain its luster and beauty for many years.
Regular Cleaning
To clean Avanza, a damp cloth or paper towel is usually sufficient. To clean up sticky spots, a little liquid detergent can help. As with any countertop, it makes sense to clean up spills as soon as possible. But rest assured, Avanza can withstand exposure to tea, soda, wine, vinegar, lemon juice, and fruits and vegetables without permanently staining like ordinary stone.
Cleaning Stubborn or Dried Spills
For stubborn or dried spills, Bon-Ami is an effective cleanser. It can be used daily without damaging Avanza. Other recommended cleaning products include Formula 409, Lysol, and Greased Lightening. For extremely stubborn spills, a white scrub pad such as Scotch-Brite can be used without damaging the countertop. Be sure to rinse thoroughly to remove any hazy residue that will diminish the shine and beauty of the countertop.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avanza Natural Quartz?
A natural quartz surfacing material from Avanza USA Inc. Avanza is made from quarried quartz (natures 4th hardest material) which is reshaped with high-performance polymers, under extreme heat and pressure. Unlike ordinary quarried stone, Avanza natural quartz is nonporous and remains resistant to chemicals, scratches and stains without needing periodic resealing or polishing.
What makes Avanza so stain-resistant?
Natural Quartz, the main component of Avanza, is naturally nonporous. By bonding quartz with high-performance polymers, Avanza is far more stain-resistant than ordinary stone. Spills such as tea, soda, wine, vinegar, lemon juice and fruits and vegetables are no match for Avanza.
What makes Avanza so scratch-resistant?
Avanza is 93% premium quality natural quartz, one of natures hardest materials. Only topaz, sapphire and diamond surpass natural quartz in hardness.
Why are the consistent colors of Avanza an advantage?
The color of ordinary stone can vary greatly between pieces and unattractive veining or blots can mar the appearance. Hence, you really need to visit the quarry and hand-select your preferred slabs. With Avanza, the colors and textures are far more uniform and consistent, so you can confidently select your countertop from our sample chips.