Lapitec®
Lapitec® is a form of sintered stone. To create it, materials and minerals are selected and then bonded together under extreme heat and pressure. This method, called metamorphosis, is a recreation of a natural process, and results in a product like no other. The stone is 100 per cent mineral and no resin or hydrocarbon-based binder components are used, and could be classed as a product in its own class. Lapitec® offer the largest slabs available in the market, and are the first company to offer full bodied slabs.
Lapitec® is a green product; It is completely inert, containing no resins or petroleum derivatives, and if in the unlikely event you decide to get rid of your Lapitec® at some point, you can easily recycle it too.
Designed to stand the test of time, it is incredibly hard-wearing and highly resistant. Lapitec® is a product that is weather proof, resistant to acids, alkalis, deep abrasions, fire, frost and is unaffected by UV rays as well as being resistant to graffiti and sudden changes in temperature.
Dekton®
Dekton® is a sophisticated blend of the raw materials used to produce the very latest in glass and porcelain as well as the highest quality quartz work surfaces. Dekton® employs exclusive Sinterized Particle Technology, a high tech process which represents an accelerated version of the metamorphic change that natural stone undergoes when subjected to high temperatures and pressure over thousands of years.
Sinterized particle technology synthesizes truly innovative procedures from the most advanced technology industries. This evolution represents a technological and industrial leap capable of generating a new process, a revolutionary material and a leading product.
Electronic microscopy allows us to fully appreciate the material’s zero porosity, a consequence of the sinterization and ultra-compaction process exclusive to Dekton®. This zero porosity and lack of the micro-defects that cause tension or weak spots mark the difference as far as Dekton® is concerned.
Dekton® is highly resistant to ultra violet (UV) light and will not fade or degrade over time making it perfect for both indoor and outdoor applications as well as being; Highly Scratch-resistant, Resistant to stains, High Resistance to fire and heat, Resistant to abrasion, Resistant to ice & thawing.
neolith®
Since Neolith® first arrived on the market in 2009, the brand has strived to manufacture surfaces as true to the original source material as possible, but with the enhanced resistance and characteristics of Sintered Stone.
From sustainable, high definition digital design to continually improved organic composition, Neolith® has positioned itself as the industry pioneer, creating patterns which look identical to complex, spontaneous stones, such as marble and granite, as well as untreated wood and patinated metals.
Now this market-leading brand takes hyper-realism to the next level, achieving an essential degree of detail the industry has struggled to achieve over the last decade; Following seven years of intense research and development, Neolith® is pleased to announce a revolutionary, game-changing innovation for Sintered Stone: Full Body Veining Technology.
An industry milestone, Neolith® Full Body Veining has been specially created for thicker slabs. Two proposals were recently showcased by Neolith® in Verona, Italy, where visitors to the brand’s ‘X Anniversary’ installation had the chance to see the level of refinement with the slabs’ veining.
Ceralsio® & Inalco®
Ceralsio® is a beautiful, hard-wearing and versatile range of ceramic surfaces, built for the demands of modern living.
Thanks to its lack of pores, Ceralsio® is completely impermeable and highly stain resistant. Its many benefits also includes a strong resistance to scratch, heat and wear and tear. As a very hard material it is suitable for kitchen and bathroom countertops, flooring and wall-cladding. Its colour and texture remain unchanged even when Ceralsio® is used outdoors, since it can withstand the effects of ultra-violet rays without its surface appearance being altered in any way.
Ceralsio® has been developed by using the highest grade of ceramic material. The selection and fusion of the purest of materials, compacted at a force of 4,000 kg/m2 and sintered at temperatures of over 1200°C make it a porcelain surface. The highly innovative manufacturing process creates unique, unrepeatable finishes can be achieved, thanks to the use of the high-precision “Full Digital” printing system.
Infinity®
Infinity specializes in the production of large format porcelain slabs, measuring up to 1620×3240 mm, with thickness options including 6 mm, 12 mm and 20 mm.
The wide range of Infinity collections offers a variety of surfaces that combine high technology with innovation, supporting the creativity of architects and designers all over the world.
All Infinity products have structural, aesthetic and functional features that make them a unique option for internal and external areas of application with endless options for kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, furniture, wall tiling and facades.
The manufacturing system combines layers of coloured powders into the body of the slab, perfecting the appearance down to its minimum details using 100% natural raw materials and minerals. They are the same essential elements in granite, which when sintered at a temperature of 1230⁰C create a new compact material with incomparable performance.
Infinity seek, select and extract the finest raw materials from controlled, certified quarries. Infinity guarantees long lasting products without adhesives and resins.
The Infinity collections are easy to maintain and clean and are highly resistant to scratches and wear and tear. As the years pass, they show none of the unsightly wear usually experienced with resins or other natural materials and are not affected by heat or acids.
The advantages of Infinity large format slabs are:
· Quality raw materials
· Versatile for any project
· Non-absorbent
· Resistant to liquids and acids
· Resistant to thermal shock
· Non-toxic slabs that do not release micro-particles
· Hygienic surface
· No alteration in colour
· Resistant to heavy loads
· Easy to clean
· Resistant to scratches and abrasions
· Resistant to frost
· Surface suitable for contact with foodstuffs
Caesarstone®
Explore the new range of Caesarstone’s porcelain collection to elevate their product experience providing high-heat structure, forward designs, incredible resistance.
XTone®
Xtone is the Porcelanosa group company specialising in large format sintered stone and have become one of the most complete solutions for professionals providing a large range of beautiful colours and finishes.
Please also see links below for other suppliers we work with
We work with market leaders in the industry; above you will find a list of common suppliers, however we do not limit ourselves there. If there is a specific range, colour or price range that is desired, then please do not hesitate to enquire, we will always endeavour to do our best in sourcing the right material for the right job for you!
With technology constantly evolving, so do the materials that can be produced. As with any new technology, it takes time to adapt, from tooling to application. Improvements will always be subject to trial and error, and due to this natural development, certain materials will be harder / easier to work with than others, and as a result will require different approaches when it comes to tooling, handling, and scope of use. We are always working closely with these companies, and tooling suppliers to constantly help and improve the industry and the way things are done. We would kindly ask that you please be patient in the development of technology and materials, and to do your due diligence when it comes to selecting the right material. We will always endeavour to supply any and all information at all times, however it will be down to the customer to be aware of what is being purchased.