With so many companies now offering surfacing materials, it’s a difficult task to keep up on what new colors and new materials are hitting the scene. Whether it’s solid surface, quartz, concrete, natural stone or any number of other surfacing materials, there is a lot happening. That’s why we gathered as much as we could on just what the manufacturers are up to. Of course, it’s impossible to include everything, but we gave it our best go...
Abet Laminati Abet Laminati has introduced two new surfacing products to its line of laminates: Stratificato and the Wood Collection. Stratificato is a decorative high pressure, self-supporting, compact laminate used primarily for countertops, backsplashes, furniture, gym lockers, toilet partitions or any laminate application requiring extra strength, durability and design. Available in more than 500 colors and 30 different finishes, eight sizes and various thicknesses, the surface is composed of decorative paper impregnated with melamine resin. The various thicknesses are achieved with sheets of kraft paper fused with thermosetting resins.
The ABET Wood collection combines the look and feel of true wood with technically enhanced durability. Unlike other veneer offerings, the 22 vibrant patterns are available in natural and reconstituted wood. A visual richness along with a tactile sensation from varying degrees of grain and color adds dimension. But beauty is only one of the benefits — all 22 veneers have an overlay paper impregnated with melamine resin to heighten wear, stain and impact resistance. Each item has a phenolic back for adhesion and rigidity purposes. All are fire rated, offer low VOC emissions and are Greenguard certified.
Amber Onyx Amber Onyx is a translucent calcite mined exclusively in the Uinta Mountains of Utah. Similar to marble and travertine in strength and other traits, it has translucent, rich colors, distinctive patterns and a readily polished surface. With colors of varying degrees and a hardness that allows a high level of polish, Amber Onyx can be used for countertops, wall tiles and other architectural applications. It can be carved and cut into a variety of decorative accents, including windows, mantels, fountains, light fixtures and sculptures, all of which can be enhanced through lighting to provide a rich warm glow. The material is available in 2- or 3-cm slabs in varying dimensions up to 4 by 8 ft., and can be fabricated by standard stoneworking equipment.
Avonite Avonite Surfaces uses its unique continuous-cast acrylic process in Florence, Ky., to produce solid surface wet wall panels up to 60-in. wide. The Avonite Surfaces Wet Wall Panel System is a commercial component system that includes a variety of panel sizes, shower pans and accessories. These options allow users to select only the parts they need for a specific project installation. The 1/4-in.-thick acrylic solid surface wall panels are stocked in three width sizes of 36, 48 and 60 in. and are all 96 in. high. The panels run corner to corner without seams or batten strips. They are available in eight of the company’s most popular colors and other Foundations colors can be special ordered such as the company’s latest recycled products. Shower pans are high quality cast solid surface and are available in six sizes with single thresholds and ADA compliant models. There are five classic accessory shapes to choose from including corner style or recessed holders.
Artisan Group Artisan Group offers a new, sixth, color of Saratoga Soapstone – Niagara Black. Quarried naturally with absolutely no synthetics, Saratoga Soapstone offers a unique, soft color with light flowing veins. When oiled, it exhibits an even more dramatic color variation. Composed primarily of talc, chlorite, dolomite and magnetite, it is heat resistant, stain resistant and non porous. The other five colors are Hudson Ash, Stillwater Grey, Mineral Black, Vineyard Green and Saratoga Black.
Basix International Basix International’s Prima Decora solid surface offers 12 colors styled to coordinate with a wide range of the most popular interior and cabinet finishes, in two series: Radiant and Fusion. In the area of whites and creamier off-whites colors include Bright White, Acadia, Glacier Lake and Windsor. Nuances of sand and earth are found in the Bayshore and Harmony colors. Maple Lane and Castle Path are neutral caramel and camel colors. Siena and Forest Trail are like modern taupe and sandstone, while Dovetail and Aztec include earthen brown and gray combinations.
Cambria Cambria has launched 12 new colors, bringing the company’s total color palette to almost 100. Influenced by the natural movement of water over stone, Cambria presents the Waterstone Collection. These colors range from neutral to vibrant tones that are reminiscent of granite and marble. Each new color boasts the names of locations in Wales and England, which are the inspiration for the spectrum of colors. For example, Buckingham, named for the London palace that is home to the British Monarchy, is rich and versatile with just enough unexpected flare of browns, golds and grays. Torquay, a posh, continental feel much like the English Riviera town itself, has a pure milky nature that is complemented by swirls of gray and tan. And Braemar, pebble-like and sporadic like the banks of the River Dee which runs through the most mountainous village of Braemar in the UK, contains gray, black and cream quartz crystals that create a playful, contemporary mix.
ColorQuartz ColorQuartz has put out a line of ColorQuartz quartz surfacing. Similar to other quartz surfacing, the product is made with natural quartz in a resin matrix, and as such is nonporous and stain-resistant. It comes in 36 color choices and carries a 10-year warranty against manufacturing defects.
Compac Compac’s new Nature line of Quartz Compac is inspired by the most well-known natural stone, and is manufactured using bio resins from renewable vegetable sources, which represents a commitment to sustainability and the environment. An R&D investment has also made it possible to produce material that is more resistant to breakage, heat and abrasion, and has an enhanced uniformity and greater color stability. The line includes seven new colors, including Portoro and Nocce.
Cosentino Silestone by Cosentino has added a variety of new colors to its product line up. These new colors include: Rosso Monza, a vibrant, juicy red shade; White Platinum, a stark hue with vibrant flecks of silver; and Cemento, a sophisticated tarmac gray. Additionally, Silestone has expanded its best selling color, White Zeus, with the launch of White Zeus Extreme, the whitest white for a stark, contemporary look.
The company has also introduced two new series of colors, the Galactic Series and the Nebula Series. The Galactic Series is for those who enjoy nature-inspired décor and includes the following colors: Black Dragon, a black hue; Seleno, white with speckles; Giallo Nova, a dusty brown; Halley, pebbled cream; Kimbler, a mottled brown; Quasar, cream and gray tones; and Seleno, a light cream with brown flecks.
The aesthetic of the new Nebula Series creates movement through veining and depth. Utilizing the latest quartz manufacturing technologies to morph color combinations, Nebula has a marble like finish. The Series is comprised of six colors: Altair, Cygnus, Doradus, Lagoon, Lyra and Merope. These deep base colors are distinctive, providing uniformity of veins throughout the surface, and earthy tones of celestial rocks. The Nebula Colors are available in a polished finish.
Craft Art Craft-Art, Inc. has added two new wood species to its line of product choices: Rustic Walnut and Bubinga. Responding to current design trends, Craft-Art has added a "knottier” version of Black Walnut to its product line. Called Rustic Walnut, the heartwood is a rich dark brown. It generally features a straight grain but can occasionally have a wavy or curly grain. This wood comes primarily from the Midwestern United States.
Also new is Bubinga, also known as African Rosewood. Bubinga is a design favorite that Craft-Art is bringing back due to consumer demand. Bubinga is a very dense, medium red-brown wood with lighter red to sometimes vivid purple veining. The grain can be straight or interlocked. Both new products are available with a choice of Craft-Art’s original Crosslinked Tung Oil finish or its new Food Safe Penetrating Mineral Oil finish. Homeowners who like their wood countertops to have a slightly satin appearance similar to fine furniture will usually choose the very low maintenance Crosslinked Tung Oil finish, while those who want to use their countertop as a cutting board or chopping block will choose the Food Safe Penetrating Mineral Oil finish which has a matte finish.
Domain Industries Domain Industries, Inc. has brought on 13 new and inspirational colors to its collection of Affinity Solid Surface. These colors boast stunning beauty with the allure of never before seen textures and colors. Shipping in August 2011, these new colors include Chipped Pearl, Cracked Diamond, Dream Haze, Arcadian Rock, Sonora Quarry, Frozen Peak, Obsidian Crystal, Scarlet Crystal, Volcanic Amber, Earthen Crest, Primal Quartz, Instinctive, and Bisque.
Affinity Solid Surface offers an array of benefits to fabricators, like free, same-day shipping, quantity discounts, 10-year warranty and rewards material program. Offered in 120 by 30 in. sheets, most Affinity colors can also be ordered in 1/4- and 1/2-in.-thick sheets.
Dongguan Shihuan Building Materials From the makers of Brilliant Solid Surface, now comes a new premium brand of quartz surfacing—Cordia Quartz Surface. Cordia is made by Dongguan Shihuan Building Materials Ltd. and is currently offering 21 colors at 12mm thickness. It is also available in 20mm and 30mm thickness upon request. Cordia has been used in some of the world’s finest hotels, resorts, restaurants and sports facilities and is looking to expand distribution around the globe.
DuPont Eight new colors of DuPont Corian solid surface are now available, along with five new colors of Zodiaq. The new Corian colors are said to be inspired by the rich and varied hues and textures of spice, and include: Hickory Smoke, buttery yellows accented with saffron veining and large silver flecks; Clove, copper and cinnamon emboldened with burnished brown flecks; Allspice, intense chestnut brown with smoke-infused veining accented with silver flecks; Basil, dramatic waves of nutmeg and green fennel peppered with gold metallic sparkles; Cilantro, calming mint blended with hints of cucumber and fresh white flecks; Arrowroot, crisp white leek swirled with mushroom grays and soft silvery metallic flecks; Blue Spice, a complex mix of cornflower blue and rich teal with flecks the color of poppy seeds; and Hazelnut, warm brown coriander sprouts through a river of white sage with large gray flecks
The five new colors of Zodiaq quartz surfacing are also inspired by the robust hues and textures of spices, and include Coarse Pepper, a spicy mix of pepper and salt, with white veining cutting through warm grays and reflective black flecks; Caraway, almond combined with waves of cinnamon and ginger root flecks; Poppy Seed, deep, earthy mushroom gray studded with peppery charred flecks; Chicory, grays and taupes reminiscent of grilled eggplant and dotted with sea salt-like flecks; and Sage, browned rosemary sprinkled with a complex mix of anise and vanilla bean flecks.
EnviroGLAS EnviroGLAS offers a variety of post-use recycled glass and porcelain products for decorative and practical use. New among the company’s offerings is EnviroMODE, a new terrazzo surface made from recycled sinks and toilets. Designed for easy maintenance and durability, the product is eco-friendly and beautiful. It is available in an unlimited range of non-VOC epoxy resin colors, including neutral and earth-toned resins, as well as bold colors. The patented application also offers EnviroSLAB countertop slabs and EnviroPLANK floor tiles, which are made with 80 percent recycled glass and/or porcelain and 20 percent non-VOC colored epoxy resin.
EnviroSLABs measure 27 by 84 by 1 in. thick or 60 by 84 by 1 in. thick. EnviroPLANK recycled glass and porcelain Terrazo floor tiles are 1/2-in. thick and come in three sizes: 6 by 36 in; 12 by 36 in.; and 24 by 36 in. Shower walls measure 60 by 72 in.
Eos Eos Surfaces offers the new Geos product, which is a hard surface made from a combination of recycled glass, quartz and resin. With a carefully chosen mixture of both post-consumer and industrial use glass, Geos gives new life to a cast-off resource. The material is designed to fabricate like quartz surfacing, and is comprised of a minimum of 50 percent recycled glass, quartz as a filler material and a resin binder. Projects in Geos can currently qualify for 4 LEED points, but additional certifications are in the works. The material is initially available in 10 colors.
Fireclay Tile Crush, Fireclay’s new 100 percent recycled glass tile, is grown from right within Fireclay’s local environment, and the result is a glass tile line that is unique, sustainable and stunning. The name "Crush” stems from the fact that Fireclay sources the raw waste glass from within 20 miles, crushes and processes the glass in its San Jose, Calif., manufacturing facility, and then transforms the material into recycled glass tile. The color names are inspired by natural elements (Acai, Poppy, Walnut, etc). Crush is made-to-order within two weeks from the factory. With 40 colors, available in both gloss and matte finishes, and an array of 17 sizes with complementary borders, the design options are limitless, and the product contributes towards LEED construction credits.
Formica Formica Corporation is expanding its 180fx series by introducing seven new designs that feature the color variations of natural stone slab and petrified wood in believable 5-ft. spans. To create the realism of 180fx designs, the company uses advanced printing technology combined with premium finishes, including Honed, a low-sheen satin finish with subtle surface clefts and crevices that mimic softly brushed stone, and Etchings, a softly polished finish etched with highlights from tiny fissures reminiscent of granite and stone.
In addition to the nine existing 180fx designs seven new designs were introduced: Breccia Paradiso in Etchings finish, a marble pattern distinguished by fragments in varied sizes and hues that range from soft gray-green to chocolate; Travertine Silver in Honed finish, a vertical stone pattern in a creamy color accented with subtle strokes of silvery gray; Soapstone Sequoia in Honed finish, misty hues of warm and cool gray criss-crossed with finely drawn veins in white, beige and gray; Petrified Wood in Gloss finish, Earthy, vivid colors of rust, green, black and ivory made to replicate petrified wood; Calacatta Marble in Etchings finish, taupe and charcoal tracery on a luminous background of creamy white; Black Fossilstone in Honed finish, accented with fragments of shells and marine life to create an intriguing pattern and texture; and Slate Sequoia in Etchings finish, shades of deep, warm brown with ivory and green veining.
The laminates are FSC and are GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality certified. Formica has also launched a new line of solid surface containing post-consumer recycled content, the e Series. Each sheet of e Series Solid Surfacing has been certified to contain 15 percent total recycled content – 10 percent pre-consumer and 5 percent post-consumer. Pre-consumer recycled content consists of reclaimed solid surfacing, while post-consumer recycled content is derived from reduced foam, both Styrofoam cups and packaging. e Series Solid Surfacing may contribute to an overall project’s recycled content through LEED credits in categories NC & CI MR Credit 4 and CI MR Credit 5. The e Series is available in six neutral earth tones: e Surf, a white gray with warm brown particulates; e Natural, a warm neutral with brown particulates; e Café, a classic gold with natural influences of light gray flecks and brown particulates; e Earthen, a mid-tone brown with light gray flecks; e Seed, a natural grayed green with ivory flecks; and e Fog, a mid-tone gray with warm golden brown particulates. The solid surface is GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality Certified.
Hanwha Hanwha Surfaces has released 11 new colors of its HanStone quartz surfacing: Pewter, the look of concrete with a warmer, silky finish; Sand Dune, the ideal creamy beige with a fine pattern of colors overlaying the neutral base; Ajanta, earthy finish featuring a variety of warm grays with cool highlights to add contrast and depth; Seaside, warm taupe base feature unique copper stones reflective of nature’s best; Sahara, rich honey gold base with shades of browns and yellows to create depth and texture; Blackburn, strong, elegant black and gray texture; Alexandria, warm brown with a subtle tone on tone pattern; English Toffee, a smooth caramel color with luxurious gold veining for an elegant, sophisticated look; Sabbia, Italian for sand, features a neutral background color brought to life with the contrasting exotic dark vein pattern; Grigio, Italian for gray, features four shades of gray, similar in tone and highlighted with a dark and light vein; and Indian Pearl, lustrous creamy background features rich brown veins and light touches of gold.
InPro InPro is offering a variety of patterns in its line of solid surface wall cladding and wainscoting. The PRISM Decorative Panels line offers smooth sheets in addition to nine distinctive designs: 4-, 8- and 12-in. squares; Diamond; 6-ft. by 24-in. Horizontal; Beadboard; 3- by 6-ft. Subway; 10- by 8-in. Stacked; and Plankboard. Also, 5-in.-high Listellos come in four pleasing designs: Matrix, Diamond Accent, Tudor and Eclipse – giving designers the ability to enhance border treatments or add distinctive accents.
Through an etching technique, InPro applies the design directly onto the PRISM solid surface sheet. Sheets up to 4 by 12 ft. allow for seamless installation without batten strips or moldings. In addition, InPro offers a sheet optimization program, meaning custom-sized sheets can be made in virtually any dimension to match specific projects, reducing the need for custom cuts or fabrication onsite.
Kirei Kirei’s new Windfall reclaimed wood panels are Douglas and Hemlock Fir harvested from building deconstruction in the Pacific Northwest, creating a unique laminated wood material built for interior design. The linear strip construction and natural wood grain patterns combine with a variety of stain and finish options to make this reclaimed material suitable for wall covering, flooring, millwork and cabinetry in residential, commercial, institutional and hospitality settings.
The panels can contribute to LEED and other green building credits for Reclaimed/Recycled content, Certified wood, Indoor Air Quality and the Regional Materials credit for projects within a 500 mile radius of the manufacturing facility.
Kirei has also added the Java Collection, a set of new designs and styles of the company’s Coco Tile series. The Java Collection features rigid tiles fabricated from reclaimed coconut shell fragments that are suitable for use as feature installations, wall covering or in furniture applications. The Java Collection tiles are made using reclaimed coconut shells and low-VOC adhesives and colorants. They can help projects gain LEED and other Green Building credit for environmentally friendly construction.
LG Hausys Viatera by LG Hausys has introduced 15 new colors to its popular collection of quartz surfaces. The 15 color launch includes brand new collections – Reflection, Ice, Veined, and other new colors. In the Ice Collection are Tundra, Lunar, Sand, Kona, Galaxy and Lava. In the Reflection Collection are Daylight, Twilight and Midnight. In the Veined Collection are Bianco White, Crema Beige, Artesia and Truffle. Other new colors are Dover and Wheat.
LG Hausys also introduced a new color group to its collection of solid surfaces, HI-MACS Galaxy. This Galaxy line of solid surfaces provides colors and textures inspired by celestial space, mysterious planets and modern objects. Each surface contains a celestial base color mixed in with large transparent chips to embody the look of quartz while maintaining the features and functionality typical of solid surface materials. The new HI-MACS Galaxy line features the following colors, available in 1/2-in. thickness: Venus, Cosmos, Saturn, Phobos, Mercury, Pluto, Jupiter and Blackhole.
Meganite Meganite has released several new colors of its 100 percent acrylic solid surface material, including Blue Bayou, Chocolate Latte, Rice Pudding, Copperglow, Silver Lining, Magic Moon, Downtown Brown and Gold Coin. All colors are available in 30 by 144 in., 30 by 72 in. and 4-7/8 by 144 in. sheets, all of which are 1/2-in. thick. Meganite solid surface is Class 1/A fire rated, NSF 51 compliant and comes with a 10-year warranty. Custom colors, thicknesses and sizes are also available.
Meld USA Meld Luxe defines a pure sense of refinement and luxury found in this brand new cement based eco-sensitive surfacing material. Manufactured in Raleigh, NC and comprised of up to 74 percent pre-consumer recycled materials Luxe can be cast into a multitude of sustainable products including countertops, tiles, wall paneling, fixtures and accessories. Luxe is currently offered in six standard colors (with more on the way) as well as virtually unlimited custom colors. The colors for Luxe are Natural, Cement, Graphite, Saddleback, Caper and Southern Mud.
Monerte Guangzhou Monerte Surfaces Materials Corporation has released a line of new Monerte SuperQuartz Hybrid material, which is designed to offer the benefits of both traditional solid surface material and quartz surfacing material. The material is highly scratch-resistant and yet can be fabricated and repaired like conventional solid surface. It offers near invisible seams, alongside high impact and heat resistance. It is NSF 51 and Greenguard certified and is available in 12 colors.
Móz Designs Móz Designs offers the new Móz Blendz Tapestry "floating wall” surfaces for use as room dividers and decorative elements in public areas. The "floating walls” are made from the company’s Blendz Laminate Metals, which are available in 0.040-gauge aluminum. Standard sheets include 4- by 8-ft. and 4-t by 10-ft. sizes with custom dimensions also offered. The laminate metals are typically installed on floating walls before site installation. The Blendz Collection features a dramatic surface treatment with blended colors, offered in a range of palettes from warm earth tones to cool and contemporary. Tapestry surfacing can also be created in the company’s Classic Series, featuring 25 standard colors and 14 hand-etched patterns. Stainless steel and custom colors can be specified. All Móz metals are composed of 80 percent post-industrial recycled aluminum and contributes to LEED 2.0 MR Credit 4 – Recycled Content. Gloss or satin finishes can be specified, along with durable coatings for interior and exterior applications to prevent scuffing or graffiti. Circle Reader Service #31 on the Reader Service Page or go to www.isfanow.org/info.
Pangea Quartz Pangea Quartz has introduced 18 new colors of Vicostone, made in Vietnam under the Italian BretonStone System. Vicostone Quartz is 90 to 93 percent natural quartz and 7 to 10 percent polyester resins (adhesion promoter) and pigments. The slabs are 119 by 55 in. and some are also available in a jumbo size of 129 by 65 in. and are available in 1/2-, 3/4- and 1-1/4-in. thickness. In addition, the company also makes matching tiles in 12-, 16- and 24-in. square sizes. Of the new colors, six are in the Fiorito/veined marbleized category, one (Quasar Light) is a pure white, and the rest are of the granite look.
In addition, the company has developed a brushed finish. Vicostone is acid-, stain- and scratch-resistant and meets all the requirements of NSF/ANSI Standard 51 (Food Equipment Materials), GREENGUARD and Microbial Resistant ASTM-D 6329-98 certifications. The company also offers cut-to-size, pre-fabricated slabs with edge profiles for specific projects.
PaperStone PaperStone, manufactured from 100 percent post-consumer recycled paper and PetroFree resin, is now promoting new built-up edge fabrication methods to lower its installed price. Offering a limited lifetime residential warranty, PaperStone panels are available in nine warm, natural colors from a rich, earthtone palette: Cabernet, Chocolate, Denim, Evergreen, Gunmetal, Leather (not made from recycled paper), Mocha, Sienna and Slate.
PaperStone panels have a pleasing, natural micro-textured surface and can be used as-is by preparing the surface to the degree of smoothness desired with a medium grit non-woven abrasive pad. Or, it can be sanded and buffed to produce an extremely smooth countertop and highlight the natural mottling in the panel. It is recommended that an initial sealing finish be applied to newly installed countertops to enhance the natural color and protect against possible spotting from oily foods left on the surface for prolonged periods. Standard panel sizes are 5 by 12 ft., 5 by 10 ft. and 5 by 8 ft. and standard thicknesses are 1/4, 3/8, 1/2, 3/4, 1 and 1-1/4 in. It is FSC certified and can contribute to a project earning LEED credits.
Samsung Samsung’s Staron surfaces recently added 10 new solid surface colors. Seven of the new solid surface colors cover both Sanded classic and Aspen classic color varieties. Incorporating the use of small, sand-sized particles in varying degrees of depth and visibility, Sanded classic includes the new Sanded Birch, Sanded Papyrus, Sanded Tundra and Sanded Clay surfaces. Aspen Milk has been added to the Aspen classic line, which combines small and mid-sized particles in a bed of muted solid colors to create an under-stated, natural appearance. Three new colors have been added to Staron’s most high-end solid surface line, Tempest, which now includes Tempest Peak, Tempest Adamantine and Tempest Colluvium. The new colors are GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality Certified and GREENGUARD for Children & Schools Certified, which streamlines the process for attaining points toward LEED for Commercial Interiors certification in its Environmental Quality (EQ) 4.5 section.
ShetkaStone ShetkaStone, a manufacturer of green architectural surfaces, has just released eleven new standard colors. The Minnesota-based company takes paper out of the waste stream and upcycles it into beautiful, eco-friendly surfaces for tabletops, countertops, office furniture, moldings, tiles, vanities, and more. The new ShetkaStone collection gets its unique look from the various papers used to make it, and takes its inspiration from the local landscape. All eleven colors from the new standard collection are available in satin finish. The full color lineup includes Midnight, Black Ice, Deep River, Pottery Field, Dark Roast, Mocha Spice, Smokey Hollow, Blue Earth, Jersey Cream, Federal Note and US Mint Green. In addition to these standard colors, custom colors are available as well as other finishes such as matte, satin, gloss, epoxy and urethane.
SureCrete SureCrete’s Xtreme Precasting Mix is helping to redefine the world of thin, lightweight concrete fabrication. This cementitious material has a compressive strength of more than 10,400 PSI and a de-mold time of 6 to 8 hours. Along with the company’s Xtreme Veining coloring system, which comes in 30 standard colors, hot colors and looks facilitate the transformation of any room.
Terrazzo & Marble Supply Terrazzo & Marble Supply (T&M) offers its new Difiniti quartz surfacing slab and tile products in addition to its Rinato cementitious recycled glass products. Difiniti quartz countertop and flooring products are comprised of 93 percent quartz, granite or recycled glass, held together with a pigmented binder. Available in an assortment of slab and tile colors, recycled content of some of the offerings range from 11 to more than 45 percent. The Rinato cement and recycled glass products come in a line of 13 colors for use in countertops. The glass used in the material is 100 percent recycled and the cement matrix that binds the recycled glass also includes recycled fly ash and slag. The material has a recycled content of approximately 75 percent by weight, averaging at more than 80 percent post-consumer content. Under the LEED ratings system for new construction, Rinato may help to contribute towards up to four credits. The material is manufactured in Wisconsin, and is available in 62- by 96- by 1-1/4-in.-thick slabs with a polished finish, and weighs approximately 14 lbs. per sq. ft.
US Surface Warehouse US Surface Warehouse, a private, vertically integrated company that manufactures, markets and distributes solid surface materials, added six new colors to its Livingstone solid surface products. Sold directly to fabricators, the new colors include two in the Escape Series—Oyster and Clay; and four in the Explore series—Ambrosia, Bianca, Opus and Montana.
Verona Marble Verona Marble offers Trafficstone Wave quartz surfacing made by Santamargherita, which is a textured innovation inspired by natural slate. It is soft to the touch, with a velvety look and is designed to compliment the trend for subtle finishes in interior design. It is available in eight colors: Vulcano, Maui, Calais, Cancun, Guam, Aran, Phucket and Antigua. Verona also offers Santamargherita’s Reef textured quartz surfacing product line, that has a unique "rough” surface, softened by the soothing touch of water. It takes its inspiration from the "flamed” finish, usually carried out on fine stone materials.
Wilsonart Wilsonart now offers four new colors in the Madura Premium Laminate Series. Inspired by its historical namesake quarried in Spain, India and Brazil, Madura granite has been the gold standard for homeowners searching for the perfect combination of earth colors that coordinate with a variety of cabinet wood-tones and stainless-steel appliances. Madura designs feature larger-scale movement with subtle contrasts, making them well-suited for long runs of countertop and large kitchen islands and a perfect match for the company’s beveled edge treatment. There are four distinct color patterns available: Madura Gold, which carries lighter values of golden beige with accents of sienna brown, soft grey and black; Madura Pearl, which is a light, warm white with accents in peach and pearl-grey; Madura Garnet, which carries mid-tones of mahogany with accents in garnet, soft greys and black; and Madura Citrine, a light, yellow gold coloration with warm white and amber accents that includes soft greys and black. All these new Madura designs feature Wilsonart’s natural sheen Quarry finish that gives the look and feel of granite, combined with their AEON Enhanced Performance technology, which offers scuff and scratch and wear resistance. It is FSC Certified, GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality Certified, and Scientific Certification Systems Certified for post-consumer recycled content.
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