What is Meant By Engineered Stone?
Engineered stone is a man-made building material that is commonly used in interior decoration and construction projects such as countertops, floors, and walls. It is made from natural stone particles or fragments mixed with resin, cement or other binders, processed, shaped, pressed and solidified. Mix ratios of engineered stone vary by manufacturer, product type and specific needs. Generally, the ratio of natural stone particles to resin or cement is between 20% and 90%, and the specific ratio may vary depending on the characteristics and performance requirements of the product.
The following are some of the characteristics of engineered stone and a detailed explanation of the production process:
1. Material composition:
Engineered stone is usually composed of natural stone particles (such as marble, granite, quartz, etc.) and adhesives such as synthetic resin or cement. These raw materials are mixed to form a hard material similar to natural stone.
2. Color and texture:
Because engineered stone is artificially manufactured, various colors and texture effects can be achieved by adjusting the type, color and size of particles and adding pigments and color pastes. This allows engineered stone to simulate the look of a variety of natural stones while also offering a wider range of options.
3. Wear resistance and durability:
Engineered stone generally has good wear resistance and durability, resisting scratches, abrasions and chemical attack from daily use. This makes it ideal for high-use areas such as countertops and floors.
4. Antibacterial and easy to clean:
Because the surface of engineered stone is usually very smooth and has no cracks or pores, it is less likely to harbor bacteria and mold. In addition, its surface is usually waterproof and easy to clean and maintain.
5. Customization and processing:
Engineered stone can be custom-processed according to specific needs and can be cut, polished, carved and formed into various shapes and sizes to meet different design and decoration requirements.
6. Environmental protection:
Compared with some natural stones, the production process of engineered stone is relatively environmentally friendly and can reduce the exploitation and destruction of natural resources. In addition, because engineered stone can be produced from recycled materials and recycled, it has a relatively small impact on the environment.
In general, engineered stone is a building material with many advantages. It not only has beautiful appearance and durability, but also has good processing performance and environmental protection, so it has been widely used in interior decoration and construction projects.
Engineered stone classic application case | "China Nangang Wanda Plaza" interior decoration effect
Nangang Wanda Plaza, a fashionable commercial landmark located in Huangpu District, Guangzhou, is a large shopping mall integrating shopping, dining, entertainment and leisure, with a construction area of approximately 135,700 square meters. The square uses industry-renowned RONGGUAN engineered stone as indoor floor paving material to create a fashionable and elegant decorative effect.
RONGGUAN engineered stone is a high-quality decorative stone. Its wear resistance, pressure resistance, corrosion resistance and other properties make it an ideal choice for floor decoration in commercial spaces. The project team carefully selected more than 9,000 square meters of RONGGUAN engineered stone products and laid them on the indoor floor to create a unique visual effect and make the interior decoration of the entire Wanda Plaza unique.
RONGGUAN engineered stone, delicate texture, exquisite artistic techniques, simple but not simple. The color matching complements the overall design of the square. Not only that, the wear-resistant and durable performance of engineered stone is also gradually reflected in subsequent use. It has been almost four years since Nangang Wanda Plaza opened. RONGGUAN stone has withstood the test of time and remains as smooth as new. Its excellent performance has been highly recognized by customers.
In addition, the project uses RONGGUAN engineered stone parquet technology in many places. The ground lines are like clouds and flowing water, beautiful and elegant, exuding a fashionable atmosphere from the whole to the parts. It adds unique character and charm to the overall building.
With the implementation of commercial projects across the country, more and more developers are choosing to use RONGGUAN stone as decorative materials for large-area places. RONGGUAN stone will continue to use better quality and service to win the trust of customers and high-end markets.
Are artificial stone and engineered stone the same?
Although "artificial stone" and "engineered stone" are both man-made stones, they are not identical. These two terms are generally used to describe stone manufactured through artificial processing and synthesis, but in some cases they may refer to different types of products.
1. Definition of Artificial Stone:
●Artificial stone refers to artificial stone that is made by mixing natural materials or synthetic materials with binders such as resin and cement, and then processing them. This material is usually made through molds, so products can be produced in a variety of shapes and sizes.
●The raw materials of artificial stone can include natural stone fragments, glass particles, quartz sand, etc. After they are mixed, a binder such as resin or cement is added to solidify to form a hard stone.
●The appearance and texture of artificial stone can be adjusted according to the production process and formula to meet the needs of different customers.
2. Definition of Engineered Stone:
●Synthetic stone usually refers to artificial stone made from quartz sand as the main raw material, adding resin as a binder, and processed through high temperature and high pressure. Therefore, synthetic stone is also called quartz stone.
●The main component of synthetic stone is quartz particles, which usually account for more than 90% of the total. These quartz particles are bonded with resin to create a stone product that is durable and resistant to wear and tear.
●Compared with artificial stone, synthetic stone has a more uniform appearance, harder texture, and is more antibacterial and wear-resistant.
Therefore, while engineered stone and synthetic stone are both man-made stones, their raw materials, manufacturing processes, and performance characteristics may differ slightly depending on the product type and production process.