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WORKSURFACES & SPLASHBACKS “
ultimately letting sustainability guide their purchase decisions and are more dedicated than ever to selecting the most eco-friendly products possible, including surfaces for the kitchen. From efficiently managing energy and water throughout the production process, to carbon neutrality and recycled product composition, homeowners are relying on the brands they use throughout their home to be demonstrating sustainable practices. When it comes to aesthetic trends, timeless
Comment by Laura Davie Marketing Manager, Cosentino UK
neutral colours remain popular and are certain to deliver a premium feel, however demand is also increasing for bold patterns and colours for worktops, splashbacks and even furniture cladding. After spending so much time in the kitchen in recent years, it comes as no surprise that homeowners are thinking about how they can incorporate more striking patterns and pops of
The Future of Sustainability and Surfaces A
s the world continues to combat climate change, consumers are
colour into their kitchen, especially if they have had the same kitchen for many years. As well as the desired look, surfaces also need to provide the reliability of a premium material, and so specifiers will need to consider materials that offer a high resistance to scratches, staining, UV rays and heat - helping to minimise maintenance all while offering a hygienic solution. As a result of the pandemic, kitchens have
evolved to become more than just a space for cooking and so many homeowners now require a multi-functional space for other uses, such as home working. This has made specifying the most suitable kitchen worktop and splashback more important than ever, as surfaces can play a large role in creating a design statement and influence the final look and feel of the space. It's therefore important for specifiers and homeowners to consider not only how the surface of choice will look in years to come, but how it will perform over those years - and ultimately - its environmental footprint."
Presenting Ethereal, Silestone’s S
ilestone® by Cosentino, the leading global hybrid mineral
surface for the world of architecture and design, has launched its second collection under its recently updated corporate image. The new collection represents a quantum leap in terms of design, innovation and sustainability, in line with the transition that Silestone® is undergoing externally and internally with the development of the cutting-edge HybriQ® and HybriQ+® technologies.
New Design-Led and Sustainable Series “
This evolution of Silestone® has inspired
Ethereal, a collection of white canvas surfaces with intricate marble look patterns which recreate the natural beauty of the sky. This marble-inspired collection consists of four colours, namely Ethereal Dusk, Ethereal Haze, Ethereal Glow, and Ethereal Noctis. Each colour showcases a deep, fine veining on a white foundation and thanks to HybriQ+® technology, they have been developed with at least 20% recycled raw materials. Launched in 2020, the production process of HybriQ+® technology is characterised by the company’s commitment to the environment, the circular
economy and sustainable management. The manufacturing process uses 99% reused water from the production processes, 100% renewable electric energy and a minimum of 20% recycled raw materials in the composition of the surfaces, alongside mineral raw materials. With this new composition, Silestone® retains its timeless beauty, as well as its mechanical and technical performance, quality, hygiene certifications and residential 25-year warranty.”
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