Engineered stone (acrylic solid surface) is the #1 material for reception desks in medical clinics, IT offices, and public spaces. Its main advantage is seamless joints: a counter of any length looks monolithic. Plus antibacterial properties, repairability, and freedom in form-making. But each brand has its specifics. We analyze three market leaders: DuPont Corian, Samsung Staron, and LG Hi-Macs.
- What is engineered stone for furniture?
- Engineered stone (solid surface) is a composite material of 60-70% mineral filler (aluminum trihydrate) and 30-40% acrylic resin. Sheet format 3680×760 mm, thickness 6 or 12 mm. Key advantages: seamless joints, thermoforming (curved shapes), antibacterial properties, repairability. Three market leaders: DuPont Corian, Samsung Staron, LG Hi-Macs.

