Go Green in Your Kitchen with Recycled Glass Countertops

Recycling glass is one of ways we can take part in reducing pollution and waste in our environment. Everyday we throw away tones of trash and glass is a large part of what is wasted. Instead of letting landfills pile up with even more glass, there are ways to recycle it and use it again for a different purpose. Broken or unused glass can be melted down and made into many different forms. One of the ways we can repurpose glass is by breaking it down and creating beautiful countertops. The trashed glass is taken to a recycling plant and broken up into smaller pieces called cullet. The broken pieces are crushed, sorted, cleaned, and prepared to be mixed with other raw materials like soda ash and sand. The raw materials and glass pieces are melted in a furnace and then shaped into moulds of different colours and sizes. New recycled bottles and jars are also made in this way.

One of the advantages of using recycled glass is it reduces related air pollution by 20% and related water pollution by 50%. Using recycled glass also reduces the space in landfills that would otherwise be taken up by used bottles and jars.

Vetrazzo's line of recycled glass countertops are made from 85% recycled post-consumer glass and a non-resin binder of Portland cement. Vetrazzo is a green countertop that contains no petroleum products or toxic chemicals. Tested and certified by NSF International, Vetrazzo is strong, highly resistant to moisture, heat, chemicals and mold, and has been judged to be the most eco-friendly of all countertops. A Vetrazzo countertop is all about expressive design and environmental responsibility. It's fun, it's sensational, yet it's durable and practical. Made in the USA from 85% recycled post-consumer glass and a non-resin binder of Portland cement, Vetrazzo is a green countertop that contains no petroleum products or toxic chemicals.

Tested and certified by NSF International, Vetrazzo is strong, highly resistant to moisture, heat, chemicals and mold, and has been judged to be the most eco-friendly of all countertops. Vetrazzo's recycled glass comes from windows, dinnerware, stemware, windshields, stained glass, reclaimed glass from building demolitions, laboratory glass, traffic lights and other unusual sources. It requires professional fabrication, but hey, that's what we are here for!

Why we like it The first, having nothing to do with going green - they are beautiful works of art. The beauty of Vetrazzo counters are enough to wow anyone who come into your home. Vetrazzo is very consistently well-made and the color variations are extensive, considering how hard some of these colors are to find. If you are looking for a stylish way to "go green" in your home renovation project, the recycled glass counterto collection by Vetrazzo is the way to do it! Your countertops will bring pizazz and life into your kitchen, while maintaining your commitment to bettering our environment.

Benefits: Durable — as strong as granite and more heat resistant (to 600 ºF); naturally stain resistant Easy-to-maintain — clean with soap and water; remember to avoid harsh abrasives, and seal every one to two years Long-lasting Non-toxic — no hazardous chemicals, petroleum resins or additives Safe — for everyone, including the chemically sensitive Eco-friendly — 85% recycled glass, with the majority coming from post-consumer sources Variety of sizes and colors — 19 color combinations; 1 1/4" thick x 30" to 60" deep x 54" to 108" long

If you are interested in designing your kitchen or bathroom with Vetrazzo's recycled glass collection, give us a call! We will come to your home and help you choose a color option to fit your vision. Our team of professionals will cut, craft, and design the kitchen or bathroom of your dreams!

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