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The future of design lies in resource efficiency, sustainable yield healthy and materials.
There are many industrial enterprises related to work even better on environmentally responsible materials suitable
for kitchen countertops. Some of them are listed below, but there are many others and is worth your time
the investigation of these materials - if you are seriously looking how to create a new kitchen using sustainable
green materials.
A recent example of a company releasing a new material that fits the bill for the environment-responsible
products used in housing construction is Cosentino.
Cosentino <LI> has taken a large investment of time and money, but eventually have reached
with a recycled deck material for use in kitchens and bathrooms. The counter is called "Eco"
and has recently been launched.
Cosentino is the largest manufacturer of quartz in the world and one of the leading importers of natural stone.
Eco 75% consists of industrial and consumer recycled materials premiums and 25%
natural elements. It looks very similar to an engineered stone or solid surface material, and is available in
10 colors at this time.
The company says it has obtained good results when tested for burning, scratch and stain resistance.
Recycled materials include real mirrors windows and glass bottles, glass grain consumer
recycling practices, china domestic products such as tiles, sinks and toilets, stone debris
mountains and quarries and manufacturing, furnace waste (ash) of the factories and a bonding agent
containing 22% corn resin oil, also the result of research in organic resin.
Many designers, architects and consumers will be excited about using this revolutionary material that meets the
challenge of producing environmentally friendly materials for construction. For upcycling " these products,
company is the use of materials at the end of its life cycle that would otherwise be landfilled. Reusing
the projected amount glass bottles per year, for example, means that landfills
space is reduced considerably.
The surface is tough, durable and non-porous and does not require sealants. Dull skin texture and
smooth texture is available. Eco comes in slabs and tiles. Can be used commercially and residential.
Eco desk is a beautiful appearance that has the added bonus of minimizing our carbon footprint. </ LI>
Another <LI> green material is for countertops "Vertazzo" an attractive binding solid terrazzo made from recycled
molten glass and concrete. It is durable and resistant as granite, but not as porous as marble. Now a design choice,
vertazzo is very beautiful ... polishing glass is extraordinary in particular, selecting colors
in the rest of your kitchen in a subtle and elegant. This material does not emit odors or fumes and there
number of finishes. Why is it green? Terrazzo is an aggregate of glass stone and binders and several
companies use large quantities of recycled glass, up to 100%. The recycled content glass diverted from landfills
that is a tremendous benefit to the environment. Some of terrazzo with concrete is making the roof
applications very benign in terms of indoor air quality. </ LI>
Shetkastone <LI> has been a material consumer paper waste before and after, the fibers of fabric and paint. All products can be recycled again in the
manufacturing process. The "stone" looks like natural stone and comes in different colors.
Best of all, can be recycled again if you need to be replaced. While it looks like stone,
can be cut and screwed like wood. It is water and stain resistant. </ LI>
Eco Surfaces <LI> above are a mixture of bamboo fiber and recycled wood fiber demolition. Bamboo is a very
easily renewable source, but takes 3-6 years for bamboo to grow back to harvesting. However, it consumes a large amount of processing
energy when
bamboo becomes laminated synthetic building materials, such as tables and floors. More importantly,
because the bamboo products are mainly from countries like China, must be transported long distances
before reaching Western markets. The materials are subject to a formula of water-based resin. It is best have not
too close to a wetland. </ LI>
<LI> Alkemi is an innovative material used in countertops. It consists of materials ... 2 curly shavings
from scrap aluminum (everything from aerospace to household appliances) and the resin polymetric. This resin is
made of material similar to polyester. Alkemi can be shaped and joined, as required, and is very durable.
The area is unique and reflecting aluminum coils light in a beautiful way. If you are tired of
granite ... check this out. </ LI>
<LI> Sqak Stone Mountain is another friendly material environment that resembles soapstone or limestone. It is made of
recycled paper, recycled glass, coal fly ash and cement. The material is released hand-shaped loaves. The look is
very natural, warm and solid. </ LI>
Texas <LI> are elegant 100% metallic aluminum Recycling and emit a glow that reflects surrounding colors.
The smooth surface is an interesting contrast with the textures of others around him in the kitchen. It is best used
as an accent in smaller amounts instead of a large extension. Eleek aluminum tiles come in a few different
metallic colors - bronze, red, silver, black and rock. </ LI>
Trinidad <LI> glass products made from recycled glass and low-carbon cement. Surfaces are compounds seem very
polished stone. Many colors are available. </ LI>
<LI> Lithistone is made of natural sand and stone of different quality, recycled materials
mineral pigments and natural mineral binder. It can be customized to meet almost any size, color, shape and texture
specification. The way lithistone is created, is environmentally responsible. </ LS>
<LI> Richlite countertops made on paper as well. Made from environmentally sustainable sources, the company
produces attractive, durable, long lasting materials. Fibrous materials made of composite materials paper fiber
soaked in phenolic resin. The tops are as strong as the stone, but of course, not so heavy.
Richlite not release harmful gases into the air - Is Green Guard certified for Children and Schools
(The highest score possible) without detectable levels of off-gassing. </ LI>
Durapalm <LI> harvested from coconut trees - the wood is slightly stronger than oak. Duraplam co-friendship
rating is 100%, as derived from the ancients, nonfruiting palms that grow in plantations in many parts of world.Palms
produce nuts for about 80 years and then removed and replaced. coconut palm wood can vary greatly in color
and density. Only the hard, dark palm is used for its beauty and resistant surface. </ LI>
<LI> Lumicor is very similar in construction to solid surface countertops. Lumicor is made of clear
resins such as acrylic or PETG and mixed
core decorative materials. These basic design elements can be metallic neutrals, botanicals, wood working,
shape or color enhanced. Lumicor looks similar to glass and offers exceptional clarity when
used as countertops. It is extremely durable, nonporous and resistant to UV rays. Scratches and stains can be
easily removed with polishing discs. It is half the
tops weight of glass and can withstand the impact of forces greater than 42x tempered glass. Can Lumicor
handled with wood working tools and is extremely versatile. Available in a range of patterns and
colors. </ LI>
Like most recycled glass countertops are one piece and cut to order, they are very hygienic because they can not
food support and dirt. No seams.
Glass is relatively non-porous and stain proof, apart from being very resistant to heat
(Up to 700 degrees). Glass countertops are very difficult to clean such as fingerprints and moisture
show marks easily if not dried well. To maintain, just use a nonabrasive cleaner and polished regularly.
Still sold in stone? Natural stone like granite, is beautiful and durable, but a finite resource. The quarry
mining natural resources
stone has a negative impact on ecosystems, including water quality. Natural stone also uses a lot of energy
in the carriage for carrying a heavy load of resources.
Often the cost of using environmentally friendly materials puts people off even considering.
In fact, the price of using eco-friendly materials is usually about the same as any other materials.
Most large companies are developing of these environmentally responsible alternative.
Wood, metal and glass are excellent choices for improving the aesthetics of his kitchen, and all are environmentally friendly.
Beautiful tops are made from recycled glass - only look at them in his showroom near you and you
You'll be surprised how beautiful and functional they can be ...
By taking advantage of current trends in the kitchen when it comes to ecological ideas, you are ensuring health
benefits for your family and setting a great example for others to follow.
Whichever you decide on the options for eco-friendly countertops are many, and you can be sure to find a
to suit your design in planning your new kitchen organic.
About the Author
The author Susan Pitters co-ordinates a group of designers who have had many years of designing and remodeling
experience. As passionate renovators, they have created a website dedicated to passing on all that they have
learned through designing and carrying out countless renovations. The website offers techniques and ideas for new
kitchens and remodeling out-dated ones.
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