Hanex — Acrylic Solid Surface by Hanwha
Defense conglomerate precision — for your countertop
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Hanex is an acrylic solid surface by Hanwha Group (South Korea). Hanwha is a $50B conglomerate spanning defense, chemicals, finance, and solar energy. Hanex: 75% ATH + 25% PMMA. Sheet: 6 and 12 mm thickness. Size: 144.8" × 30". Density: 108 lb/ft³. 130+ décors: Solid, Brionne, Galaxy, Bellassimo. Seamless bonding, thermoformable, repairable. Certifications: NSF, Greenguard Gold, ISO 9001. Competes with Corian, Staron, Hi-Macs. Price: most affordable of the 'Big Four' acrylic surfaces.
TECHNICAL PASSPORT
Reception Space uses Hanex on 15% of budget-conscious acrylic projects: when acrylic is needed but budget is limited. Hanex = 80% of Corian quality at 65% of the price. Applications: reception desks (Class B offices), bathroom countertops (3–4* hotels), windowsills (residential developments). Advantage: Hanwha — one of Asia's largest chemical conglomerates, reliable supply chain and quality. Limitations: fewer décors (130 vs Corian 140+), less brand recognition (vs Samsung Staron, DuPont Corian).
Varieties & Types
Hanex Solid
$$S, D series — solid colors
Basic solid-color surfaces: white (D-001 Ivory White), black (D-028 Black), grey (D-034 Cool Grey). For minimalist projects. Seamless bonding. 60% of sales. Most affordable line.
Hanex Brionne (Particulate)
$$B, BL series — with mineral particles
Acrylic with inclusions: fine (Sand), medium (Pebble), large (Granite). Camouflage micro-scratches. For kitchens, HoReCa, commercial interiors. Natural look: 'granite' texture.
Hanex Bellassimo (Premium Stone)
$$$RE, NA series — stone imitation
Premium line: realistic marble imitation (Calacatta, Carrara), concrete, onyx. Veining with depth effect. For designer projects. Tactile texture. Higher mineral content.
Hanex Galaxy (Shimmer)
$$$GA series — with shimmer effect
Pearlescent particles throughout: shimmer at different lighting angles. For bar counters, reception desks, decorative panels. Especially striking with backlighting. Limited palette (8 décors).
Advantages
- ✓Price — most affordable of the 'Big Four' (Corian, Hi-Macs, Staron): 25–35% cheaper than Corian
- ✓Seamless — full acrylic stone feature set: seamless bonding, thermoforming, field repair
- ✓Stability — Hanwha Group: $50B revenue. Stable supply chain, ISO 9001 quality control
- ✓NSF-certified — food contact verified. For kitchens, restaurants, medical facilities
- ✓Easy install — 108 lb/ft³, cuts with router: one person installs 10 ft countertop
- ✓Repairable — scratches sand out on-site (P320–P800). No removal needed
Limitations
- ⚠Brand — Hanex less known than Corian (DuPont) and Staron (Samsung). For luxury: harder to 'sell' to client
- ⚠Décors — 130 vs Corian 140+ vs Staron 150+: more limited palette. Bellassimo: 2023+ only
- ⚠Hardness — Mohs 2.5–3 (like all acrylics): knives leave scratches. Cutting board mandatory
- ⚠Heat — up to 300°F: trivets required. Hot pot from stove: will leave mark
- ⚠Distribution — fewer certified fabricators in Russia (vs Corian/Staron: more workshops)
- ⚠Bellassimo — premium line launched recently (2023): fewer reviews and references than competitors
Applications
Reception desks — budget acrylic for Class B offices: seamless surface at reasonable cost.
Countertops — kitchens and bathrooms: integrated sink + seamless. NSF for HoReCa.
Windowsills — serial production: 6 mm cladding. For developers: volume = discounts.
Bathrooms — countertops, shelves, screens: moisture-proof + easy care. 3–4* hotels.
Wall cladding — clinics, salons: hygienic. 6 mm on frame: lightweight installation.
Furniture elements — shelves, cabinets, decorative panels: thermoforming for curved shapes.
Pricing & Economics
Pricing Factors
- ·Series — Solid: base price. Brionne: +15%. Bellassimo: +50%. Galaxy: +30%
- ·Configuration — straight: base. L-shape: +20%. Curved: +30–50%
- ·Volume — > 100 sq ft: 10–15% discount. > 500 sq ft (series): up to 25%
- ·Edge — straight: included. Rounded: +$2.40/lin ft. Waterfall: +$9/lin ft
- ·Region — metro: base. Rural: +shipping (0.5–3% of total)
Care & Longevity
Daily Care
Damp cloth + mild cleaner. Identical care to Corian/Staron.
What to Avoid
Knives without board. Hot items without trivet. Acetone > 1 min. Abrasive powders.
Periodic Maintenance
Scratches: grey Scotch-Brite → P320 → P800 → polish. Every 6–12 months.
Professional Care
Re-polishing: from $12/lin ft. Chip repair: from $15. Full restoration: from $24/sq ft.
Expert Reviews
Average Rating · 5 expert reviews
«14 years: Corian → Staron → Hanex. Hanex for last 4 years — 40% of our volume. Why: price (most affordable among quality brands), quality (on par with Staron), logistics (warehouse in stock). For serial projects (hotels, windowsills, bathrooms): Hanex is optimal. For luxury: we use Corian (branding!).»
«Hanex Bellassimo (Calacatta): I install in bathrooms — clients think it's marble. Seriously! Plus: zero sealing, zero maintenance. Over 2 years: 15 bathrooms with Hanex, zero issues. Minus: Bellassimo only from 2023, just 12 décors (Corian has more). Looking forward to expanded line.»
«120 rooms × bathroom countertop + windowsill = 3,200 sq ft Hanex Solid (white). Volume price: 30% less than Corian, 20% less than Staron. Quality: zero complaints in 2 years. For serial projects — best choice. Fabricator produced 300 pieces in 6 weeks. Hanwha: supply reliability.»
«Hanex Brionne (grey particulate) kitchen countertop: 4 years, family of 4. Particles camouflage scratches — haven't called a technician once (vs friend with white Corian — calls every 6 months). Minus: 'unknown brand' was proposed, had to Google it. Hanwha — turns out, serious company. Everything works.»
«HoReCa: price matters. Hanex — 60% of our projects (cafeterias, cafés, fast food). NSF certificate: clients demand it — Hanex delivers. Cost: 30% below Corian with identical properties. Bellassimo for premium restaurants: beautiful but pricier. For mass market: Solid and Brionne are workhorses.»
Frequently Asked Questions
Same composition (ATH + PMMA), same properties. Differences: 1) Price: Hanex 25–35% cheaper. 2) Brand: Corian (DuPont) = luxury, Hanex (Hanwha) = pragmatic choice. 3) Décors: Corian 140+ (more premium options), Hanex 130+ (Bellassimo from 2023). For budget: Hanex. For branding: Corian.
Hanwha Group — South Korean conglomerate, founded 1952. Revenue: $50B+. Divisions: defense (artillery, missiles), chemicals (polymers, acrylic = Hanex), solar energy (Hanwha Q Cells — world's largest solar panel maker), finance, construction. Hanex is the chemicals division product.
Yes — NSF/ANSI 51 (food contact). Greenguard Gold (VOC emissions below threshold). For kitchen countertops, restaurant surfaces, medical facilities. Non-porous (< 0.04% absorption): bacteria don't proliferate. In Korea: 30% of school cafeterias use Hanex.
Virtually impossible — same composition, same technology. Differences: 1) Back of sheet: Hanex/Corian marking. 2) Adhesive kit: each brand has its own (not interchangeable!). 3) Tactile: identical. 4) Palette: some exclusive décors for each. On finished product: you can't tell.
Ideal — < 0.04% water absorption, non-porous, antibacterial. Countertop with integrated basin: seamless, no crevices for mold. Bath screen: thermoformed for curved shapes. For hotels: serial production (20–25% volume discounts).
Hanwha provides 10-year warranty with certified installation. Covers: material defects, delamination, color change. Does NOT cover: mechanical damage, thermal burns (hot cookware), improper installation. Claims processed through authorized distributor.
Premium Hanex line (from 2023): realistic natural stone imitation. Calacatta, Carrara, concrete, onyx. Technology: multi-layer printing + relief texture. Comparable to Corian Solid Surfaces Design (premium tier). Price: +50% over Solid (from $90/sq ft). Currently limited palette: 12 décors.
Official distributor: Hanwha (headquartered Seoul, offices worldwide). Standard décors typically in stock at regional warehouses (1–3 day shipping). Made-to-order (Bellassimo, Galaxy): 4–6 weeks. Certified fabricators: available in most major metro areas. Sheet price: from $1,620 (Solid 12 mm).
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