Countertops That are Environment Friendly
Environmental friendly countertop material
 Paperstone
Paperstone is a new solid-surface countertop material made from recycled paper and water-based resins. With the look and feel of soapstone or slate, Paperstone is durable, repairable, water and heat resistant ( up to 350 degrees F). It is offered in a wide variety of colors. Unlike most stone surfaces, Paperstone does not require specialty fabrication and its edges are easily detailed. It is available in four lengths and two widths, with thicknesses of 3/4 “, 1”, and 1¼ ” . Paperstone is manufactured in Washington, where state of the art emissions control and safety equipment ensure the health of workers and the environment.
Pebble Tiles
These beautifully hand-crafted stone pebble tiles imported from islands throughout southeast Asia may be used for flooring, showers, backsplashes, and various other interior and exterior applications . The stones are harvested by hand to ensure minimal environmental impact. We have flat stones, round stones, wave tiles and interlocking onyx all on 12”x12” mesh-backed tiles.
Syndecrete
Syndecrete is a natural, sustainable, cement-based composite with half the weight and twice the compressive strength of standard concrete. It is more resistant to chipping and cracking than conventional concrete, tile or stone, and has workability more akin to wood than cement-based products. Its integral pigmentation and added aggregates combine to create distinctive color and texture palettes. Syndecrete is offered in:
Pre-cast 30”x 96” by 1 1/2” thick slabs.
12”x12” tiles with 3/4” thickness.
18”x18” with 1” thickness.
24”x24” with 1 1/2” thickness.
Syndecrete can be used for a variety of interior and exterior applications – kitchen and bath tiling, counter tops, floor tiles, and even pre-cast sinks. Syndecrete contributes a minimum of 2, and up to 8, LEED certification points in the following categories: Energy and Atmosphere (EA), Materials and Resources (MR), Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) and Innovation and Design Process (I&DP). Syndecrete also meets all ASTM requirements.
Vetrazzo
These recycled glass countertops are made with materials diverted from landfills, saving energy, eliminating extraction costs, and reducing waste. They contain less than 20% concrete and over 80% recycled glass content from post-consumer and post-industrial sources, such as old traffic lights, stained glass scraps, and curbside recycling. The cold-cast process also allows the reuse of almost any type of glass, including tempered which is not typically recycled. Also used for shower stalls or flooring, this unique material serves as a functional and beautiful focal point in any home or office. Please call for more information on slab sizes and thicknesses.
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