Hardware · Updated 16 Oct, 08:01 pm IST

Dekton is a high-performance porcelain-like surface material from Cosentino

Why it matters for readers: It explains why some cooktops and countertops cost much more and what properties justify the price.

Dekton was invented by the Spanish company Cosentino in 2013.1
The material is described as highly resistant to heat, pressure, scratches, shattering and stains.1
Dekton is effectively an advanced form of porcelain produced with modern high-tech processes.1

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