A Difference You Feel - The Innovation of SCHOCK I


n 1979, SCHOCK revolutionised the kitchen sink with the creation of the


world’s first quartz composite sink. Today, that same pioneering approach continues to drive the brand forward, with innovation, material expertise and continual evolution at its heart. More than four decades of research,


development and specialist material expertise have followed. From the classic CRISTALITE® sink material


to the premium surface of CRISTADUR®, and later the more sustainable thinking behind CRISTADUR® Green Line, each development has represented another step in the continual evolution and refinement of SCHOCK’s quartz composite sinks. Now, that journey has culminated in the next


evolution: CRISTADUR®PLUS. Bringing together the best of two proven


worlds, CRISTADUR®PLUS combines the uncompromising surface quality of CRISTADUR® with the sustainability intelligence of CRISTADUR® Green Line. The result is an enhanced material that builds on decades of expertise while raising the bar once again. And it really is A DIFFERENCE YOU FEEL –


an exceptionally smooth and tactile, premium surface delivering the distinctive quality synonymous with SCHOCK.


Its low-porosity finish is easy to clean and


designed to retain its appearance through the demands of everyday kitchen life – combining a premium feel with performance to match. Beyond the surface, the evolution continues


with CRISTADUR®PLUS offering five times increased heat resistance, proven through 5,000 hot-cold testing cycles, alongside enhanced resistance to cracking and fading. Its new composition also delivers sustainability benefits, saving 270 tonnes of CO2 compared with the CRISTADUR® range. This enhanced performance is particularly


relevant in modern kitchens. With CRISTADUR® already officially approved by Quooker® for use with its 100°C boiling-water taps, CRISTADUR®PLUS builds on this proven foundation becoming an even more compatible sink choice for Quooker® taps. Performance isn’t the only focus on the list of


CRISTADUR®PLUS benefits. Bold colour has long been central to SCHOCK’s approach to sink design, allowing the sink to become an integral part of the wider kitchen scheme rather than simply a functional necessity. Combined with varied contemporary


designs, a broad choice of models, sizes and installation options, SCHOCK offers extensive freedom to create a sink space with real design impact.


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And while CRISTADUR®PLUS represents


the latest evolution of SCHOCK’s material expertise, the next revolution is already on the horizon. AMODUR® represents the next chapter in


SCHOCK’s journey of innovation, opening the door to exciting new possibilities and continuing a pioneering story that began in 1979. Set to arrive in the UK from January 2027, it marks another milestone in SCHOCK’s ongoing journey of material innovation. Since SCHOCK’s acquisition of The 1810


Company in 2022, that German manufacturing and material expertise has been brought even closer to the UK market, combining SCHOCK’s specialist knowledge with 1810’s established UK presence and service. SCHOCK created the category. More than


four decades later, it continues to evolve and revolutionise.


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