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Neolith® Calacatta Surfacing Solution

Neolith® Calacatta Surfacing solution is an innovative architectural surface material that revolutionizes the concept of marble-inspired design through advanced sintering technology. This sophisticated surfacing solution combines the timeless aesthetics of Carrara marble with superior technical properties, featuring bold dramatic veining that authentically replicates natural stone patterns. Created through a groundbreaking sinterization process that subjects natural minerals, including clays, feldspar, silica, and natural oxides, to extreme pressure and temperatures exceeding 1200 degrees Celsius, this material achieves exceptional durability while maintaining visual elegance. The surface demonstrates remarkable resistance to scratches, heat, UV exposure, frost, chemicals, and impacts, while its near-zero porosity ensures optimal hygiene and stain resistance. Available in expansive 3.2 x 1.5-meter sheets with 6mm or 12mm thickness options, and offered in both Silk and Polished finishes, this versatile material enables seamless applications across interior and exterior environments. The product's innovative Digital Design decoration technique allows for precise book-matching and end-matching capabilities, facilitating continuous veining patterns that enhance architectural aesthetics. Recognized for its excellence in building materials design with a Bronze A' Design Award in 2016, this surfacing solution represents a significant advancement in sustainable architectural materials, being 100 percent natural and recyclable while offering superior technical performance compared to traditional marble surfaces. Its lightweight nature, requiring only 85kg for a full 6mm slab, revolutionizes installation efficiency while maintaining the luxurious appearance of natural stone.

architectural surfacing, sintered compact surface, marble alternative, sustainable building material, premium interior design, high-performance cladding

— Adam Dawson

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