FEATURE PERFECTION n process of sintered stone and its intrinsic qualities.


This robustness means the material can be specified for the most demanding interior and exterior construction projects. Also delivering high-definition detailed decoration and high-resistance qualities, sintered stone offers the triple reassurance of strength, beauty and longevity.


Cutting it Fine


While sintered stone can be made to look like granite and marble, these materials in their natural state do not possess all the robust characteristics that sintered stone does, such as stain, scratch, chemical, and heat resistance. Therefore, when it comes to cutting sintered stone, specialist tools are required.


As well as custom-made blades, the cutting process also requires the use of a bridge saw, waterjet and CNC speed feed and water rate to achieve clean lines and avoid any surface damage.


When it comes to the edging, sintered stone can be worked in the very same way as you would any other type of stone surface. There are no large differences and you can use similar tools for edging to those used for natural stone.


Investing in Expertise


Any fabricator looking to work with sintered stone should partake in specialist training. Neolith has strict guidelines and only works with reputable fabricators who have been trained to handle the material.


This in-depth training helps to speed up the fabrication process and makes the material very safe to install. Assuming the recommendations from the specialist technicians are followed closely, the process should be quick and seamless.


Variety and Versatility


Sintered stone is an agile material and can be specified for a vast number of projects.


Distinct and original surfaces have been developed to perfectly emulate their natural counterparts with the highest degree of realism through various technologies. These include: NDD technology, which provides the surfaces with richer details and heightened realism, full- body technology, which ensures uniform colour and design throughout the body for a greater aesthetic and visible even edging and NAP technology, which gives the slabs a beautifully soft texture. These design innovations mean that sintered stone is available in a vast range of patterns and finishes, all of which perfectly capture the look and feel of natural materials such as stone, wood and metal.


Another benefit is the lightweight nature of the material. It is lighter in weight than many other materials, weighing only 1.1 to 1.5 pounds per square foot for an inch-thick panel.


This quality material not only looks great but is sustainable, ultra-hygienic and carbon neutral, with


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aesthetics and properties to suit any residential or commercial construction project. These hygienic qualities make it an ideal material preference for kitchen worktops and bathroom vanities.


Those who manage and maintain buildings or properties in which sintered stone is specified find that the material is easy to maintain thanks to its dense, nonporous surface. As sintered stone is chemical resistant, the harshest of cleaning agents can be used to tackle stains. This ensures that the removal of graffiti or other surface marks can be done with ease and without altering the material’s colour or appearance.


Financially Savvy


The design attributes of sintered stone have helped to promote its use not only for interior walls and floors but also building exteriors. The elegant aesthetic, coupled with its high-performance characteristics, mean that one might assume the material is costly in the short term; however, it has been proven to be highly cost-effective when looking at its benefits over a longer period of time.


Tried and tested, this material makes for a perfect common-sense solution for many architects and designers when choosing a surfacing material for projects of all sizes. The inherent physical and mechanical characteristics of sintered stone deliver ultimate performance and unmatched beauty, and building managers and homeowners are quick to see its long-term cost-saving benefits. In all, those who specify sintered stone are left with a superior surfacing application that is vandalism-proof, scratch-proof, hygienic and virtually maintenance free.


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