Cutting-edge materials are paving the way for a number of applications.
Surfalite
Thin yet durable, Surfalite from Santamargherita measures about ¼" thick, making it a good choice for projects that require lightweight, veneer-like surfaces for cladding walls or cabinet doors. Available in 16 colors, it is composed of various minerals, quartz, and recycled materials.
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Calacatta Alabaster
Daltile has added new colorways to its ONE Quartz Surfaces, including this Calacatta Alabaster, which emulates marble. The polished engineered stone is available as a 1357/8" x 78¾" slab in two thicknesses, and is well suited to countertops, walls and backsplashes, and for dry interior floor applications.
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Global Expressions
Traditional textiles of various cultures inspired this series of resin and etched-glass panels, the result of a 3form collaboration with Gensler. The line comprises six patterns defined by asymmetrical grids and geometric shapes, tailored for commercial interiors such as wall panels and reception-desk wraps. The Varia resin panels are offered in 4' x 8' and 4' x 10' panels, while the glass panels come in a 4' x 10' format.
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Pietra Kode
Continuing his collaboration with Cosentino, architect Daniel Germani has designed the Pietra Kode collection for the group’s Dekton brand of sintered stonelike surfaces. A contemporary reinterpretation of classic Italian travertine, Vicenza stone, and Ceppo di Gré, Pietra Kode is carbon-neutral, comes in slabs of up to 126" x 56½", and is suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications.
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New Colors for 2023
A sintered surface made entirely from natural materials, Lapitec now comes in five additional marble patterns, from Bianco Serena (ivory with golden veins) to Bianco Atena (pure white with gray-tinted veins). The slabs come in a 135½" x 60½" format and can be used in a wide range of applications, including wet and marine areas such as yachts and pools.
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