Lapitec Lapitec , a compact sintered surface, is suitable for a multitude of applications including indoor and outdoor cladding, paving, countertops and even ventilated façades. It is characterized by its large ®
sized slabs measuring 1,500mm by 3,365mm (approximately 60 by 132 in.) with thicknesses of 1.2cm, 2cm and 3cm with a homogeneous thickness. According to the manufacturer, it is impervious to the effects of time and weather, it’s highly impact resistant and completely insensitive to UV rays and acid rain. It has improved flexural strength and is easy to clean and nonflammable. All collections are subjected to Bio-Care technology that reportedly makes it a self-cleaning and antibacterial product thanks to the properties of titanium dioxide — a catalyst able to degrade
numerous organic compounds through oxidation. It has seven finishes, 12 monochromatic colors and three veined options; the colors are inspired by nature, ranging from lighter shades such as Polar White, White Cream, Ivory and Cement Grey, through to Sahara, Tobacco, Red Porphyry and Ebony, and all the way up to Lead Grey, Anthracite Black and the new nuances Moca and Arctic. The three veined options, Michelangelo, Pearl and Coral, give each surface a refined effect. Circle RS#53 on page 57 or visit www.isfanow.org/info.
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