OKITE Quartz

OKITE Quartz is a very hard material used to create kitchen countertops and other fabricated surfaces. In fact, the OKITE website says it is the fourth strongest element in the world, with only diamond, sapphire and topaz being stronger.

OKITE is available with a 15 year warranty. The following is a brief snippet from the OKITE website:

to the original owner of the interior worktop or decorative OKITE® surface, that Seieffe will, for a period of fifteen (15) years after the date of installation, at its discretion, replace or repair, without charge, the OKITE® surface fabricated and installed by properly trained and experienced professional personnel, if the OKITE® surface fails due to any defect in the structural integrity of the product during the manufacturing process and not due to the fabrication or installation process.

OKITE colors are available in a variety. Available collections from OKITE are as follows:

Available Colors

• 8064 Nero di Ormea
• 8063 Fior di Bosco
• 8062 Grigio Oriente
• 8061 Carrara Gioia
• 8050 Statuario Extra
• 4004 Marquinia Black
• 1932 Grigio Bardiglio
• 4003 Mystic Grey
• 1804 Nero Reale
• 1114 Nero Assoluto
• 2009 Prisma Nero
• 1911 Grigio Nordico
• 1813 Marrone Imperiale
• 1915 Antracite
• 4002 Ocean Grey
• 1801 Verde Oriente
• 1701 Verde Medea
• 1916 Grigio Assoluto
• 5008 Corvino
• 5006 Visone
• 1432 Grigio Chiaro
• 1405 Grigio Scuro
• 1663 Bianco Classico
• 1709 Easy Grey
• 1710 Easy Bronze
• 2253 Moka Cream
• 5010 Beige Pro
• 1707 Easy Brown
• 1717 Roman Stone
• 1715 Afyon
• 1706 Easy Beige
• 1926 Crema Botticino
• 1642 Crema
• 1705 Easy White
• 2005 Prisma Bianco
• 5009 Bianco Pro
• 4001 White Avion
• 1931 Arabescato Verde
• 1896 Bianco Carrara
• 1665 Bianco Assoluto
• 1810 Calacatta White
• 1809 Calacatta Gold
• 9004 Translucent Collection
• 9003 Translucent Collection
• 9002 Translucent Collection

How to Install OKITE Quartz

If you have your eye on new quartz countertops in your kitchen or bathroom and have set you heart on OKITE for the hard surfaces, then you may be interested in finding out what goes into installing OKITE. Even if you do not want to know how to install OKITE so that you can install it yourself it is still wise to research it. Why?

Even if you are having a fabrication professional install your quartz surfaces, knowing what the project consists of can help you understand the pricing, timing, and scope of what you are having done. Here are the steps for how to install OKITE Quartz countertops.

1. Having the proper tools - if you are installing the quartz, you will need to be sure you have these tools and supplies before you begin installing the OKITE. However, if you are having it installed, the fabrication professional has most likely already invested in these tools and has them for the install.
2. Measure your space - measure out the stone and mark the slab(s) for cutouts like the sink hole and the faucet holes. This can be tricky and will require more tools. In fact, the additional tools are specifically made for this purpose.
3. Setting the quartz - after measuring the area to see where the cuts need to be made, lay out your OKITE quartz on the base without any adhesive. This will allow you to get a good idea of how well the quartz will fit.
4. Install your backsplash - if you have elected to have a backsplash installed with your OKITE quartz surface, you will install it after the surface has been installed. Choosing the proper backsplash for your OKITE surface plays a key role in the appeal of your project.

Installing OKITE countertops is not a project that will take only one afternoon. In fact, the whole process takes multiple days because the consequences are huge if there is a mistake. So, if you are installing your OKITE yourself, be sure you set aside plenty of time for the task. Otherwise, you may end up overloading yourself and having to hire a fabricator anyway. Additionally, if you are going the do-it-yourself route, you will want to be sure you have the correct tools for the job; all of which are available through distributors you can find here on our website.

Installation Tools for OKITE Quartz

We offer a wide selection of products that can be used when installing quartz countertops; and that includes installing OKITE quartz surfaces. When you go to install the slab, be sure you have all the right tools for the project. Here are some reminders for installing quartz & stone surfaces.

Sure, We have diamond blades that are designed to cut OKITE quartz slabs. The Matrix S diamond blade is outstanding for cutting quartz surfaces. It is by no means the only blade that we offer to cut quartz surfaces, but it does an outstanding job.

Reminders for Installing OKITE Quartz

1. Know which type of edge the customer wants on the countertop when they install the material.
2. Do you have the proper sink clips that are needed for the installation?
3. What type of sink will the countertop have? Is there one in particular that compliments the OKITE collection you are installing?
4. Make sure you are all set on dry polishing pads just in case you have to touch up the surface during the install.
5. If there is an overhang, have you included the the correct quality countertop support brackets for the installation?