What is artificial stone
Artificial stone is a type of artificially synthesized building and decorative material that simulates the appearance and certain properties of natural stone, while also possessing its own unique advantages, and has been widely used in multiple fields. Here is a detailed introduction for you:
Definition and Basic Concepts
Artificial stone is a composite material with certain strength and decorative properties made by using unsaturated polyester resin, methyl methacrylate (MMA) and other binders, natural mineral powder, glass powder and other fillers, and adding appropriate initiators, accelerators, pigments and other additives through certain processing techniques.
Main types
Resin based artificial stone: This is the most common type of artificial stone, which uses unsaturated polyester resin as the main binder. It has the characteristics of high glossiness, rich color, and good toughness, and can produce various realistic natural stone textures and colors. It is widely used in kitchen countertops, bathroom countertops, window sills, etc.
Acrylic type artificial stone: mainly made of methyl methacrylate (MMA), also known as pure acrylic artificial stone. Its advantages are excellent transparency, glossiness, and stain resistance, with a warm texture that is close to natural jade. It is commonly used for decoration in high-end places, such as decorative columns in hotel lobbies and high-end bathroom products.
Composite artificial stone: composed of two or more materials with different properties, combining the advantages of multiple materials. For example, adding a certain proportion of natural stone fragments to resin based artificial stone not only enhances hardness and wear resistance, but also retains the easy processing characteristics of artificial stone, which can be used for decoration such as floors and walls.
Sintered artificial stone: made through high-temperature sintering process, similar to the production method of ceramics. This type of artificial stone has high density, high hardness, and strong wear resistance, and is commonly used in outdoor floors, squares, and other places that require high durability of materials.
characteristic
Aesthetics: Various colors and textures can be adjusted according to needs, almost mimicking the appearance of any natural stone, and even creating unique patterns and color combinations that natural stone does not have, meeting diverse design needs and enhancing the decorative effect of the space.
Environmental friendliness: Some high-quality artificial stones do not contain radioactive substances in the production process, and some products use recyclable materials or environmentally friendly binders, which conform to modern environmental protection concepts and help create a healthy indoor environment.
Good processing performance: Compared to natural stone, artificial stone is easier to process and shape. It can be made into various complex shapes and sizes through cutting, drilling, polishing, carving and other processes, which is convenient for installation and construction, and can better realize the designer's creativity and ideas.
Strong stain resistance: The surface is dense, without microporous structure, not easy to penetrate stains, and easy to clean. Stains such as soy sauce, vinegar, and cooking oil in daily use can be removed by gently wiping with a damp cloth, especially suitable for areas such as kitchens and bathrooms that are prone to stains.
Good reparability: If there are slight scratches or damages on the surface of artificial stone, it can be restored to its original state through simple grinding and polishing treatment, without the need for complex repair processes like natural stone.
application area
Interior decoration
Kitchen countertop: It is an ideal material for kitchen countertops. Due to its anti fouling, wear-resistant, easy to clean, and beautiful characteristics, it can withstand various wear and stains during daily cooking operations, while adding beauty to the kitchen.
Toilet countertop: Used for areas such as washbasin countertops and bathtub areas, it has good waterproof properties, is not easy to breed bacteria, and can be matched with the overall style of the bathroom.
Wall and floor: can be cut into tile sizes for wall decoration, creating a unique wall effect; It can also be laid on the ground, especially suitable for indoor places with high requirements for aesthetics and cleanliness, such as shopping malls, exhibition halls, etc.
Decorative lines and shapes: can be made into various decorative lines, Roman columns, carvings, etc., used for decorating and embellishing indoor spaces, increasing the artistic atmosphere and three-dimensional sense of the space.
Outdoor Landscape: In some outdoor landscape projects, artificial stone can be used to make sculptures, ornaments, railings, trails, etc. Its durability and processability enable it to adapt to different outdoor environments and design requirements, while reducing maintenance costs.
Other fields: In furniture manufacturing, artificial stone can be used to make components such as tabletops and cabinet doors; Artificial stone is gradually being used in fields such as automotive interiors and ship interiors to enhance the aesthetics and quality of interiors.
