A natural and eco-friendly surface, yet highly resistant to stains, scratches, and the effects of time.
A kitchen that stays perfect, like the first day: it’s possible with sintered stone, a novel material recently recognized by the European Commission through the awarding of a CE mark.
Lapitec, the company that produces the eponymous surface, is the holder of this material, made from a blend of 100% natural mineral powders without the addition of pigments or inks, subjected to a vacuum vibro-compression process and high-temperature firing (sintering). During these steps, the powders compact without the use of adhesives or resins, resulting in large-sized slabs (up to 1540 mm x 3440 mm, in thicknesses of 12, 20, or 30 mm) suitable for kitchen countertops, vertical surfaces, and other indoor and outdoor applications.
Lapitec is available in a range of colors inspired by nature, from white to black, with various shades of gray and brown, as well as some unique hues characterized by contrasting irregular veins. The color of the slabs, derived from the mineral blend rather than prints, remains consistent throughout the thickness of the slab, meaning that the chromatic effect is present even on the edges and remains consistent in case of processes such as cutting, drilling, or milling.
Smooth, matte, glossy, or with varying degrees of roughness, the material can be customized in terms of finish, and in any case, it remains free of surface pores, a feature that ensures hygiene and ease of cleaning, making it suitable for use in the kitchen sector. It is resistant to stains, heat, and temperature fluctuations. Furthermore, it can be customized to incorporate under-counter technologies such as touch controls or heated and refrigerated surfaces.
Finally, Lapitec also offers in its catalog Orion, a collection of integrated sinks with a seamless color match, and Lapitec Chef, a patented cooktop by the company, completely invisible and operated by special food-grade silicone mats, which, when removed, leave the surface free to accommodate any other activity, from food preparation to plating, work, and conversation.
