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Corian Design Launches High-performance Porcelain Surfacing Material
Corian® Design introduced Corian Endura, a high-performance porcelain made from natural minerals designed for ultimate durability. Suitable for residential and commercial projects, Corian Endura is highly customizable and can be used for vertical and horizontal solutions, including kitchen countertops, vanities and interiors and exteriors. Because of its solid structure, Corian Endura offers resistance to extreme heat, abrasions, scratches and stains, allowing customers the opportunity to utilize the surface to its full potential. The product is nonporous, easy to clean, Greenguard Gold Certified, and does not promote the growth of mold, bacteria and mildew, to meet or exceed demands of modern kitchens and high traffic spaces. Made of 100 percent natural minerals, the product is engineered using compression and high temperatures, it is highly resistant to ultraviolet light, and it doesn’t fade so is suitable for outdoor applications. Corian Endura is offered in four product families, including a collection of tones in monochromatic, marble, metal and cement.
GranQuartz Offers Pros Series UCS Mesh Core Bit
The Pro Series UCS Mesh core bit is a clean and fast cutting core bit for porcelain and ultra compact surfacing materials. It is produced with a unique diamond matrix and bond specific to hard materials like porcelain, Dekton, Lapitec, etc. The mesh segment is specifically designed for the material, decreasing chipping and blowout, and also outperforms continuous rim core bits in speed of cut.
Cosentino Expands Colors for Dekton Slim
Cosentino expanded the color offering for Dekton Slim, the large format surface with an ultra-thin 4mm thickness, which includes four hues from the Dekton 2020 Collection and the Natural Collection. The new colors include Helena, Laurent and Rem from the 2020 Collection, and Aura15, a luminary from the Natural Collection. These latest additions bring the Dekton Slim offering to a total of 20 contemporary colors, further expanding the potential applications for the material. Created from a sophisticated blend of raw materials from glass, quartz and porcelain, Dekton has a high resistance to UV rays, scratches, stains and thermal shock. It can be quickly cleaned with a damp cloth and soap, and no sealing is required. Its large format (3,200mm by 1,440mm) covers sizable surfaces, reducing the number of joints needed.
Parson Adhesives Adds Substrate Bonder
The new Chromalok Parbond 500 Substrate Bonder is now available from Parson Adhesives. Parbond 500 Substrate Bonder is a strong and fast two-part epoxy designed to bond solid surface, quartz, natural stone, ceramics and materials such as plywood, MDF, etc. The adhesive reduces assembly time by curing in as little as 14 minutes. It is packaged in a 1:1 ratio 200ml cartridge and can be used in numerous applications, including but not limited to shower surrounds, backsplash and wall paneling. Free samples of the new Parbond 500 are available from the company.
HanStone Quartz Presents Unearthed Collection
Hyundai L&C USA offers its HanStone Quartz Unearthed Collection. Made up of subtle shades from nature’s palette, the collection offers an exploration of warmth in three hues: Storm, Terra and Coast. The colors in the Unearthed Collection feature HanStone’s exclusive River Washed finish for a unique tactile experience. As with all HanStone Quartz, the new collection is nonporous, as well as resistant to heat, stains and scratches. The designs are the suitable for both residential and commercial applications, with consistency of color, texture and quality along with solid durability
to handle the challenges of everyday life.
LOTTE Introduces Evermoin Surfaces
Ultra-hygienic Evermoin® surfaces from Staron® are now available to U.S. customers. Manufactured to suppress the growth of microbes, including common bacteria, Evermoin surfaces are specifically designed for environments requiring exceptionally clean conditions such as healthcare facilities, retail establishments and high-traffic office environments. The Evermoin line has received certification from the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (US FDA 21 CFR 177.1010) and the National Sanitation Foundation (NSF). Nontoxic Evermoin surfaces can be installed in most any interior space. Two contemporary, neutral colors are currently available — Limpio and Ultra Bright — and can be cleansed simply with commonly
available bleach solutions. Testing of the Evermoin material demonstrated a proliferation inhibition rate of 99.9 percent or higher. Specifically, the Evermoin surface inhibits the number of surviving bacteria to fewer than 1,000 (1/1,000) after test specimens go through antibacterial treatment in a laboratory environment where the number of bacteria can multiply to 1 million.
Wilsonart Launches New Quartz Colors
The Wilsonart® Quartz Collection celebrates nature-inspired colors and contours, with the launch of a variety of new colors. The new designs include: Bodega, Oberlin, Galera, Karekare, Trail Ridge, Desert View, Hanola Grey, Hamoa, Svalbard, Tivoli Grey, Clouds Rest, Traiano, Capogrossi, River Glen, Madeira Beach and Logan Pass.
InnoChem Provides K Bond VIVID Knife Grade Adhesive
K-Bond VIVID by InnoChem is a premium quality, low color Vinyl Ester stone adhesive. K-Bond VIVID is a corrosion-resistant, ultra-fast curing, high adhesion adhesive. It is made for use with natural stone, quartz, ceramics, porcelains and dense surfacing material. It is suitable for applications with light or white substrates, and its uses include bonding, laminating, miters,
installation of pieces and repairs.
IceStone Adds Honed Finish
IceStone, a Cradle to Cradle Silver certified company with surfaces made using recycled glass and no resins or chemical binders, is now available by special order in a honed finish. All 17 colors typically presented in a gloss finish are available in the new finish. All IceStone countertops require no treatment or sealing, but are durable and resistant to heat, stain and
UV damage. For projects that aspire to LEED designation, 100 percent of the cost of IceStone surfaces is eligible for LEED credits, and that goes up to 200 percent if the job is within 100 miles of the company’s Brooklyn, N.Y., factory.
Distributed by Granite Gold Inc. (GGI) and powered by MonoFoil, MicroGold® Dual-Action Disinfectant & Antimicrobial kills SARS-CoV-2 associated with COVID-19, according to independent lab testing reviewed by the U.S. EPA (EPA Reg. No. 90856-4-88653). The product met all EPA criteria following the mid-June conclusion of independent analysis at Microbac Laboratories Inc. Testing conducted on a live strain of SARS-CoV-2 found it killed the virus in three minutes. MicroGold Dual-Action Disinfectant & Antimicrobial was brought to the marketplace by GGI to help partners experiencing depleted stocks and empty store shelves. Initially named MonoFoil D®, GGI recently rebranded the product under the new MicroGold brand, which when used as directed kills 99.9 percent of viruses and bacteria, including SARS-CoV-2 associated with COVID-19, human rotavirus, pseudomonas aeruginosa, salmonella enterica and staphylococcus aureus. Available in 16- and 24-oz. spray bottles, and a 128-oz. refill, the solution is nonabrasive, has no hazy residue or phosphates, and is alcohol- and bleach-free.
Federal Brace Adds Copper Island Countertop
Federal Brace has added copper to its Working Metal Surfaces line. Customers can now quickly achieve the high-end chef’s kitchen look with this beautiful high-quality prep surface in the standard island size of 50 by 26 by 1.5 in. The Copper Island Countertops are designed in a standard size or can be ordered in custom sizes to match requirements. Available finishes include brushed, matte or mill, and the counter is uncoated to allow for the full health benefit of the copper material. Copper Kitchen Countertops require regular cleaning to prevent patina over time.
Caesarstone Launches Calacatta Maximus
Caesarstone introduced Calacatta Maximus to its Supernatural Collection of quartz surfacing,
taking the classic style of marble to the maximum. It is designed to turn contemporary surfaces into strikingly graphic works of art with oversized veining moving across the intricate terrain of the slab. Adding contrast to its pure white background, soft greige veins are intensified by fine copper-gold outlines. Slabs are ¾ in. (2cm) thick and the standard 120-in. by 56 ½-in. (440 mm) size. It is available in two finish options: Polished (gloss) and Natural finish, a subtle texture without the shine. It is nonporous, durable, flexible, and scratch- and stain-resistant, as well as being resistant to mold and mildew.
Cambria, Gensler Introduce Coordinates Collection
Cambria, along with integrated architecture, design, planning and consulting firm Gensler launched the Coordinates Collection. The collection consists of 14 high-performance quartz designs with textures that range from smooth and rugged concrete looks to terrazzoinspired patterns and designs with organic veining. All designs are available in Cambria’s Matte finish, which features a smooth, silky touch and no reflectivity, as well as in Cambria’s high-gloss finish. The Coordinates Collection is available in a variety of edge profiles in 1cm, 2cm and 3cm thicknesses and jumbo slabs (132 by 65.5-in.) All designs are also available as wall and floor tiles. The material is scratch- and stain-resistant, maintenance-free requiring no sealing or reconditioning and is suitable for both commercial and residential applications.
Weha Offers Rock Dog Single-speed Router
The Weha Rock Dog Router is a 9,000-rpm singlespeed router that can profile granite, marble, quartz, quartzite or any other stone. Made with a unibody aircraft aluminum housing, the Rock Dog is a smooth profile router with a 2.4-hp 220 singlephase motor. It can profile up to 6cm and comes with an aquaplaning base for easy movement across the surface. The 22mm by 10mm thread spindle accommodates practically all router bits on the market. It comes with a 20-ft.-long, heavy 12-gauge AWF with ground power cord, and a water connection for easy setup.
Sustonable Changes
Sustonable has evolved traditional composite stone surfaces into a more ecological and recyclable alternative for architectural and decor projects. A truly sustainable and durable composite stone surface, it is made of recycled plastic and quartz. For every square meter of surface created, Sustonable recycles 100 PET plastic bottles. It is 100 percent circular and sustainable and eliminates 80 percent of waste by using an efficient continuous production process.
Formica Rebrands, Adds to Everform Solid Surface Collection
Formica Corporation Launched Everform™ Solid Surface, a curated collection of acrylic solid surfacing designs. Previously known as Formica® Solid Surfacing, the 38-pattern collection includes eight new modern, minimalist designs in subtle patterns and monochromatic tones for broad commercial and residential use. Seamless, nonporous, durable, repairable, and water- and fireresistant, Everform can be used for horizontal or vertical applications, and can be used with integral sinks. Inspired by trends such as terrazzo, microscale and patterns in subtle, washed tones, the new Terrazzo Matrix Series includes: Dalmata Terrazzo Matrix, Argento Terrazzo Matrix (pictured) and Grafite Terrazzo Matrix. Three new colors have been added to the optical solid Luna series: Luna Brite White, Luna Pewter and Luna Steel. Other new designs include Tumbled Glass and
Stone Composite Surfaces
Gamma Gray.
Antolini Presents New Texture
Antolini’s Flexwave finish on the exclusive stone Bianco Lasa “Fantastico” introduces a new language to the rather uniform appearance and translucent white background of this marble. The intense undulating movement of the Flexwave finish permeated over the surface emphasizes the specific tactile properties of this stone: brilliance, color range and transparency.
Bianco Lasa “Fantastico” paired with Antolini’s new Flexwave texture brings the worlds of architecture and fashion closer together through consistent three-dimensionality, making this mixture suitable for numerous uses.
