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May 2010 No. 19 Integrated dishwasher and fitting the new HiMacs benchtop in a Smartpack kitchen
A candid video talk about making a dishwasher appear to be in a cabinet and the fitting of the new seamless acrylic benchtop in a Smartpack kitchen installation
March 2010 No. 18 School of Interior Design on practical DIY design ideas
School of Interior Design features article on DIY concepts for kitchens...
October 09 No. 17 Solid Surface benchtop by LG
HI-MACS solid surface is developed by LG Hauys, is a world leader in manufacturing technology, made for seamless installation. HI-MACS is different from traditional decorative surfacing products, as it is non-porous and easy to clean, impact resistant and repairable.
May 09 No. 16 Wear resistance laminate
Laminates are not all scuff resistant and environmentally preferable laminate. This is why Smartpack has chosen a laminate with double the wear resistance performance for the standard range benchtops.
June 08 No.15 Splashback Update
Two new splashback alternatives have now become available for the handyperson to install...
October No.14 Handleless Doors
Finally there is a proper hinge and catch to replace the tip latch and push catch to make a handleless door open enough to get your fingers behind without breaking your nails....
August No. 13 Becoming a Kitchen designer as easy as DYOS
SmartPack Kitchens’ DYOS program gives renovators the ability to design, view in 3D and cost their kitchen or home office renovation. With SmartPack Kitchens’ new Design Your Own SmartPack (DYOS) software, renovators can point and click their way to kitchen and home office designs – seeing the results in 3D and getting an estimate of cabinetry costs – in their own home and without talking to a salesperson.
April No. 12 Kickboards- building on a solid base
The bases of cabinets are made in 3 ways: 1. plinth attached to the cabinets. 2. Legs attached to the cabinet. 3. Inset kickboards with the cabinet sides going to the floor. There are advantages and disadvantages to each type.
December No. 10 Timber benchtops in the kitchen
The can only warmth that timber benchtops bring to a kitchen can only be surpassed by the oven.....
February No.11 Soft Closing Mechanisms for Cabinet Doors and drawers.
The latest technology from Blum and Hettich has been the introduction of soft closing doors and self closing drawers.
November No.9 Flatpack installation hints and procedures.
Some flatpack cabinetsare easier to assemble and install than others but in each case if you follow a simple procedure, organise yourself and have the correct tools and good clean workspace.....
October No.8 Environmental issues in the kitchen
Even the manufacture of a kitchen cabinet can impact on our environment. If you have any environmental conscience then read this short article about how to choose better....
September No. 7 It's a question of Splashback
Above the benchtop and underneath the overhead cabinets is an area of exposed wall which needs to have a surface finish which is easily cleaned using standard non toxic household cleaners.
August No. 6 Door options made simple
Most kitchen companies will offer about five styles, each having a range of colours and finishes. How to choose is the question.
July No.5 Flat pack Wardrobes
Flatpack kitchens are now well publicised and popular. The same system of construction also applies to wardrobes....
No.4 June - Creating a temporary kitchen
Making preparations for a temporary kitchen well before you start...
No.3 May - Flat pack kits
Flat pack kits.......how difficult are they anyway? The question most often asked
April No. 2 Veneer types
Veneer boards are made in a number of different ways. The latest and most consistent in appearance is the restructured type compared to the natural veneer type. Both have a beautiful wood appearance.
March No. 1 Smartpack creates a new website
The new DYOS- Design your own smartpack program downloadable from this site ...
Thursday, 1 October 2009
October 09 No. 17 Solid Surface benchtop by LG

HI-MACS - a step ahead of Stone

HI-MACS solid surface is developed by LG Hauys, is a world leader in manufacturing technology, made for seamless installation. HI-MACS is different from traditional decorative surfacing products, as it is non-porous and easy to clean, impact resistant and repairable.

This makes HI-MACS the perfect choice for:

• Kitchen benchtops and splashbacks

• Vanity tops

• Integrated sinks, baths and shower units

• Interior wall cladding

• Commercial food preparation areas

• Retail/ Reception counter tops

• Laboratory benchtops

 

Extend the life of your benchtop

Commercial developers, designers, builders and renovators alike are upgrading to HI-MACS. Unlike laminate and stone and granite the advanced acrylic resin technology used in the manufacturing process of HI-MACS allows for the product to be repaired if it is scratched or chipped.

 

Design freedom

The unique seamless invisible joining system of HI-MACS gives you total design freedom. HI-MACS offer the beauty and elegance of stone surfaces without the disadvantages such as porosity or lack of flexibility.

HI-MACS can be cut into any shape and it can be manufactured to achieve the sharpest lines or the softest curves. It offers infinite possibilities with a wide variety of the edge treatments and inlays sink mounting options, invisible joins and coved splashbacks that eliminate water penetration.

 

Easy to clean

Unlike other surfaces HI-MACS does not absorb spillages or food odours that may occur during daily use, leaving surfaces hygienically clean for the life of the benchtop. It can be cleaned simply with warm water and a non-abrasive household cleaner. HI-MACS is so hygienic that it is officially certified as being suitable for contact with food.*

 

*HI-MACS is recognised by NSF International as complying with ANSI/NSF51 and is LGA 5631227 hygiene tested.

 

HI-MACS - a step ahead of Stone.