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For over 35 years, CDK Stone has been building trust. From selecting your stone Natural Stone masterpiece to supplying the industry with the largest range of stone processing Neolith + tools and machinery, CDK Stone is your Northstone trusted partner.

We pride ourselves on our dedication to you. Our commitment is what our customers trust. The trust in knowing that we are your Machinery first call. Whether you need advice or need a business solution, we have a range of dedicated specialists you can call first.

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For over 35 years, CDK Stone has been building trust. From selecting your stone Natural Stone masterpiece to supplying the industry with the largest range of stone processing Neolith + tools and machinery, CDK Stone is your Northstone trusted partner.

We pride ourselves on our dedication to you. Our commitment is what our customers trust. The trust in knowing that we are your Machinery first call. Whether you need advice or need a business solution, we have a range of dedicated specialists you can call first.

Tools + Equipment James Woodyatt Jonathan Height

Joint Managing Directors

Finance

Planning + Installation

Software + Automation

Service + Support

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The Discovering Stone team visited The International Surface Event in Las Vegas, Nevada (USA) for the second year in a row. This time, we met up with a familiar face from the Australian stone industry, CDK Stone joint managing director James Woodyatt. His perspective on the 34 event can be found on page 11. SHOW REPORT Not long after our return from the Las 8 Discovering Stone travelled to Vegas, the team attended CDK’s annual Las Vegas to attend StonExpo/ Open House event at its Moorebank Marmomac at The International (NSW) location. It is a showcase for Surface Event. company’s extensive range of machinery, tools and equipment from international suppliers, many who travelled far to INDUSTRY ROUNDUP participate at the event. 14 Stone Doctor has expanded into This edition includes our special feature consultancy services, and CDK ASAA on the sealant category and the leading Stone holds its annual Open 42 The Australian Stone suppliers who showcase their products. House event in Sydney. Advisory Association says The feature begins on page 18. thank you to industry stalwart, Tony Stock. The Australian Stone Advisory SPECIAL FEATURE: SEALANTS Association gets the opportunity to thank Tony Stock for his past leadership and 18 The latest developments in the contributions. Peter Mitchelhill and David sealant category and profiles of MACHINERY major suppliers to the Australian West from the association put down their 44 Headland Machinery market. thoughts on page 42. Q&A, and Biesse Group We also learn more about Euro Natural launches its Sydney- based campus. Stone, the company behind the front PROFILE cover, on page 38 and Headland Machinery talks to one of its customers 38 Euro Natural Stone discusses on page 44. what makes them different PROJECT SPOTLIGHT compared to other stone 48 Cotto d’Este covers This edition is also about engineered companies. Siemens’ headquarters in stone. You can read about the latest Milan, Italy. projects and products starting on page 50.

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Attendees came from 77 countries and from every corner of North America, according event organiser Informa

Surfaces event encourages engagement

Stone, tile and flooring professionals make the trek to The International Surface Event 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada (USA).

he annual gathering is considered a serious stone event Marmomac is the event partner of surface industry for industry professionals in North of StonExpo/Marmomac, and professionals happened America. It is endorsed by the US- represents the global showcase of T once again in Las Vegas based Natural Stone Institute through stone materials and machinery at The International Surface Event its involvement and sponsorship. held annually in Verona, Italy. The (TISE) or known as Surfaces, a trade The Institute’s booth at Surfaces Marmomac International Pavilion show co-located with StonExpo/ is a central location for members to showcases stone and stone supplies Marmomac and TileExpo. gather and each year, it offers a full from countries such as Canada, India, Mandalay Bay Convention Center day Accreditation Immersion Class Italy, Turkey and Portugal. is a 93,000sqm facility that hosts the available to fabricators and installers. Surfaces event. Over 800 companies – During the course, participants are Education and demos 135 were new to the show – presented able to fill out the accreditation Surfaces has its own education their products. application and take the exam. program that begins a day before It’s an event conducted on a scale In addition to Institute specific the trade exhibits are open. This unlike most trade shows in Australia. programs, it is part of the StoneExpo/ year, it launched CONVERGE which According to organisers, Informa Marmomac education committee. “offers the industry a new way Exhibitions: “Attendees came from Its goal is to create a comprehensive to gain training, knowledge, and 77 countries and from every corner educational program for stone information”. The program was of North America to buy, source, industry professionals. It reviews reconfigured into three targeted network, and discover what is new, business planning, stone industry persona-based interest groups: needed, and up-and-coming for their sales and technical training. Creatives, Suits and Hammer + businesses”. The Institute also holds its annual Nails. A major benefit of attending live awards ceremony to recognise With its flexible scheduling markets is being able to catchup and winners of the Pinnacle and Grande to give participants time to see network with business acquaintances, Pinnacle Award, Migliore Award for exhibits and attend other events, old and new. As with most major trade Lifetime Achievement, Women in the CONVERGE program came about events, it presents an opportunity to Stone Pioneer Award and Craftsman after feedback and is designed for conduct face-to-face meetings with of the Year Award. Two scholarships “immersive, targeted discussions”. key and potential customers and see are also granted, the Women in Stone Participants also had the flexibility the latest products first hand. Empowerment Scholarship and the to pass freely between sessions to StonExpo/Marmomac at Surfaces Natural Stone Scholarship. gain the type of knowledge needed.

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Left from top: CONVERGE is an education program launched at Surfaces 2019

The product demonstration stage at the Design + Installation Showcase Hub (DISH)

Right from top: The SOPHIA IoT is Intermac’s cloud-based software management tool

Roberto Vianello, business service manager and sales director for Intermac’s stone division

Bottom: The Marmomac International Pavilion showcases stone and stone supplies from countries

He explained how the new Master One CNC router can transform the workflow in all kinds of shops. It is designed for processing natural and engineered stone as well as ceramic materials. It works with Master Loader, a robotic arm designed and built to optimise all loading and Two Montresor machines were unloading times for work centres and showcased at the stand, along with water-jet machines. It also offers the vertical edge polishers, Vela and Luna. advantage of EasySTONE by DDX, a The SOPHIA IoT is Intermac’s cloud- new CAD/CAM software option that based software management tool that offers seamless integration between provides an easy-to-use dashboard Technical topics included “Moisture the whole Master CNC router series containing real-time visibility of Mitigation Roundtable” and “The Ways and Donatoni’s CNC bridge saws. With machine status, performance and of Water: Critical Considerations for one software package, countertop functionality. It is fully integrated with Shower Construction”. Design-centric, fabricators and stone shops will be Intermac’s new PARTS portal, which forecasting sessions had topics such able to program both the cutting gives customers the ability to purchase as “Colour Vibes: A Journey Through machine and the profiling machine parts, check availability and track Colour and Trends” and “The Power of from the office. purchases online 24/7. 5: The 5 Hottest Trends in Flooring & The 5 Types of People Buying Them”. Surfaces 2019 also had the Product Demo Stage at The Design + Installation Showcase Hub (DISH), located on the show floor. Mapei USA and building materials company USG offered daily demonstrations each hour, covering topics from shower and floor prep to installing floors in a flash. Participating companies at The DISH were Custom Building Products, DriTac Flooring Products, Johns Manville, Merkrete/Parex and DryTile North America.

Intermac The amiable and charismatic Roberto Vianello who is BSM (business service manager) and sales director for Intermac’s stone division showed the Discovering Stone team around the stand.

8 | DISCOVERING STONE #34 | www.discoveringstonemagazine.com.au Left: Peter Hauser, Diamut’s brand sales manager – stone division

Below: Natural stone is part of the large Daltile presence at Surfaces

Bottom: Breton sold a Genya 600 machine at TISE 2019

firsthand just how fast five these Colin believes it offers good value diamond tools and one polish tool are for money because it has all the capable of running while maintaining following specifications: Siemens 840 quality. SL Computer Numerical Control (CNC), Diamut also demonstrated bridge large work bench measuring 3.7 x 2.4 saw tooling on the Donatoni Jet. metres, hydraulic tilting table with Visitors saw blades and reverse rubber surface, suction cup system for thread tooling such as incremental cut-piece handling (even 40mm strips), step cutting bits. For edge polishing, powerful 13Kw spindle 5000rpm, fixed it displayed tooling ranging from camera for slab image, touch probe diamond wheels to polishing pads. measuring the slab thickness, and a Before the show started, Peter blade diameter sensor. Hauser, Diamut’s brand sales manager – stone division, said: Farnese “[Surfaces] is a great opportunity for The Farnese stand at Surfaces showed show visitors to sit down with us, get off the Marc5, among other models. their questions answered, and even The Marc5 is the new breed of 5-axis This year, Intermac won a Best talk with us about special projects bridge saws for the stone industry Product Award for its SOPHIA they might have on the horizon, so we that has a full CNC controller coupled IoT platform, from the Surfaces can brainstorm solutions together”. with the easy-to-use front-end organisers. program. Breton The machine’s head/blade can Diamut The Genya was front and centre at rotate around the full 360º so the As part of Intermac’s presence at the Breton stand. According to Colin operator can make angled and TISE, machine tool company Diamut Oakey, sales manager at Breton circular cuts, as well as tilting from demonstrated its ultra-fast HYS T33 Australia, the company recently 90º to 0º for drop in sink work. Its CNC R3 80-series tooling on Intermac’s launched the Genya 600, a new five- “brain” allows the operator to use Master One CNC. axis bridge saw. The machine is ideal the machine in four different modes: The proximity of the two company for end-users looking to upgrade or manual, parametric, semi auto and stands allowed visitors to experience replace an old saw. full auto. In manual mode, the user can operate the machine to cut at any angle across the table in any direction. In automatic modes, the Marc5 will make a cut in any direction, as well as curves and circles. DXF files can be imported and programmed which makes the machine compatible with most digital templating machines currently in the marketplace. The spindle has a 1/2” GAS attachment that allows it to fit a drill, which can be programmed to drill out the corners of internal cut outs for the simple removal of internal pieces. The machine is also fitted with a tilting table that can be used from the front panel. Its monolithic design is an effective space saver with no compromise in the “full slab cutting” sizes.

www.discoveringstonemagazine.com.au | DISCOVERING STONE #34 | 9 Laticrete The STONETECH® range along with SPECTRALOCK® PRO Premium Translucent Grout, MUTLIMAX™ LITE mortar, HYDRO BAN® Cementitious Waterproofing Membrane and VAPOR BAN™ Primer ER were specially featured at the Laticrete stand this year. Laticrete’s Permacolor Select was also showcased. It is a crack-resistant cement grout designed to withstand extreme environments, suitable for residential and commercial installations. It has enhanced stain resistance and equipped with STONETECH sealer technology so no sealing is required. According to the company, it has vibrant consistent colour and resists efflorescence. The grout simply needs to be mixed with water and can be placed in three hours. 13

Top: The view from the back of Farnese’s Marc5 Below: Permacolor Select was showcased at Above: The Laser Products stand at Surfaces the Laticrete stand Bottom: The Laticrete team held live Laser Products has also just demonstrations from the stand launched its new website, featuring Laser Products Industries product videos, technical guides At the Laser Products stand, the and in-depth tutorials. The online company introduced ClearCut, presence is part of a larger service an optical tool measuring system offering the company is providing for that easily captures images of tool its US-based customers that includes sets directly on the CNC machine specialised training and support and recalibrates them for optimal services. This initiative is expected performance. Compact and to have benefits for the Australian lightweight, it operates directly on the market. Laser Products is distributed CNC, analysing both tool and spindle through CDK Stone in Australia. performance. ClearCut can help fabricators extend the life of their tools, optimise tool pre- sets, and increase CNC efficiency. The LD-2D3D Templator is an accurate, reliable laser measuring tool designed to increase efficiencies. Featuring an interactive table, it can take minutes to template a new project and is accurate to one millimetre. In three simple steps, users can document and measure, add in details and complete the template, which can upload directly to CAM software. With a range of over five metres, this device is made from impact resistant, aircraft grade aluminium.

10 | DISCOVERING STONE #34 | www.discoveringstonemagazine.com.au James Woodyatt, CDK Stone

Discovering Stone met up with CDK’s And in Verona it’s four nights and about 20 different joint managing director, James Woodyatt companies that we want to have dinner with. Coming while attending Surfaces in Las Vegas. He out here, we also have four or five nights but it’s a much discusses the event from a stone industry quieter and we can spend quality time with them. perspective, and spoke to editor, Betty Tanddo. DS: I can see how you benefit from coming here. Have you seen any differences from previous DS: How long have you been coming to Surfaces? shows?

JW: This is my fifth time coming here. Jonathan (Height, JW: It’s busier. I didn’t come to the Stone Expo last CDK’s other joint managing director) made a trip five or year, I went to Coverings. My last Stone Expo was six years ago to the Stone Expo at Surfaces to meet up 2017 and I’d say in 2017, 2016 and 2015 it was really with some of our machinery suppliers. And he figured quiet. Whereas from day one this year, I felt it has been out that it’s actually really good for us to come here. packed and busy with people everywhere … The guys The main show is in Verona, Italy (Marmomac). All of our (exhibitors) I’ve been talking to also said it’s been a suppliers are there but they’re also so busy because good show with lots of inquiries and leads. One guy people come to see them from all over the world so it’s mentioned he has as many good leads from this show difficult to meet with them. And when you do, it’s so as from Verona so that’s great … I think last year there loud and difficult to hear at the show. Most of our key was a lot of capital investment in the US and this year machinery suppliers are here at Surfaces, as well as our there is going to be a lot of flow on from that. US-based tools and equipment suppliers. A lot of our European suppliers come here too but because they are DS: How do you see the Australian industry at the guests and not running the show, we can have proper moment? discussions with them. JW: I think it is being shaped by the silicosis issue. There has been the big drive towards automation and highly efficient plants over the last ten years. But this year, people have been focused on the silicosis issue and some of the finer points of that. Like eliminating any on-site work or dry processing. Making sure everything just comes off the machine ready to install. That means you’ve got to have really good processes, from templating because if you don’t template properly then your final product is not going to fit without some modification. Accurate templating flows through to the shop drawings that are production. Getting as many people off the factory floor as possible is important. Because the best way to combat silicosis is to prevent it.

DS: That’s a major shift because it impacts on all traditional processes.

JW: The whole business model is changing. From production to the way people transport the jobs to site.

DS: That will transform industry because everyone has to change what they do.

JW: In the long run, it will be good for the industry.

CDK Stone joint managing director, James Woodyatt

www.discoveringstonemagazine.com.au | DISCOVERING STONE #34 | 11 Getting to know Las Vegas

On the second trip to Las Vegas, it seems like it is a city that never says “no”, but says “maybe” quite a bit. And “maybe” translates to “yes, but it’s going to cost you”.

Take our hotel, for example, which is located on “The Strip”. “The Strip”, the guidebooks tell us, is a dense collection of casinos and “resort” hotels along 6.8km of South Las Vegas Boulevard (and, interestingly, is not technically in Las Vegas). Our hotel prided itself on being one of the cheapest on “The Strip” because it lacked a few room amenities that most business travellers take for granted like bar fridges and a kettle The Conservatory & Botanical Gardens at the Bellagio Hotel in Las Vegas for making coffee. When asked about this, the hotel celebrated the Year of the Pig with a stunning Lunar New Year display concierge explained these had been eliminated for our convenience, as this made the rooms cheaper — Our first brush with this earnest awkwardness was though we could get them for a fee. trying, at the Surfaces event, to find the Media Room for journalists and editors where they can work — and, Being a visitor on The Strip can also incur a tourist tax more importantly, score some free food at lunchtime. for meals. We found out about this because at one But we could find no mention of the Media Room, restaurant they mistook us for locals for about two common to most trade events. minutes — I put it down to our general air of exhaustion, and our priority in alcohol over food. If you are a tourist Eventually, we asked someone — who directed us to in town, you automatically pay 20% more than locals the “Influencer Suite”. Because they wouldn’t want do, on The Strip. bloggers, Instagrammers and Facebookers to feel they were somehow unworthy amateurs amongst the people The other thing we noted was that the relationship to of the traditional press. technology seemed a little awkward. Imagine Frank Sinatra with a Twitter account, and you get the idea. But we joke. The reality was that, having been to Las Vegas before, we found ourselves constantly trying to find hints to the real city beneath the tourist city. We didn’t quite get there this time, but we did get some clues to the sort of things that the hardworking crew who keep the tinsel polished gets up to when they aren’t at work.

The people we met were friendly, warm, and always professional. This is a relief in a city when the free- wheeling, easy-spending casino culture can feel a bit relentless.

This trip was filled with typical activities associated with Las Vegas: some gambling, seeing a show (Human Nature – Jukebox) and a bit of shopping. But a colourful highlight was seeing the spectacular Lunar New Year display at the Bellagio hotel that was accessible for everyone. A genuine cultural exhibit that was free for all.

Locating Happy Hour (half priced) drinks (mainly margaritas) and food became very important as the Australian currency lost a lot of value against the American dollar during our stay. Serious retail therapy was not really an option. And as part of trying to keep our costs down, we also discovered the importance of having correct change when riding a public bus in Las Vegas. Happy Hour margaritas were important to (l&r)) Sandie Velkovska and Betty Tanddo who travelled to Las Vegas on behalf of Discovering Stone We hope to visit again soon. magazine

12 | DISCOVERING STONE #34 | www.discoveringstonemagazine.com.au It claims to be the industry’s first dispersible dry pigment solution and separates the coloured pigment from the base. Each colour kit contains two colour “packets”. Customers are able to select the size and colour while eliminating excess inventory cost and space for retailers. Store owners only need to carry the inventory they need. The Permacolor colour kits also allows retailers to stock all 40 Laticrete colours as well as other popular competitor colours.

l&r: Mapei marketing manager Yoanna Pergantis and Princess Pitts (corporate communications) Mapei Mapei North America maintained its strong presence at the 2019 Surfaces event. This year, marketing manager number of product demonstrations co-ordinator – interior finishing Yoanna Pergantis and Princess Pitts each day and have a full team of showed the Discovering Stone team from corporate communications gave people on-site available to answer around the stand. the Discovering Stone team a guided questions. In addition, we also When asked whether the event tour of the stand. “The International typically participate in technical has been effective for the company, Surfaces Event is an effective training seminars for professionals Andre said: “If I had to rank the show networking ground for us. In addition seeking credits towards their out of ten, I would say effectiveness to welcoming many of our customers continuing education requirements.” was around a six out of ten. This to our space, TISE also serves as a show was great for sales leads and meeting ground to exchange face-to- Integra Adhesives public relations. More importantly face with a number of international Integra presented its new surface it was a good opportunity to meet colleagues,” said Yoanna. bonder at the tradeshow. Surface with other companies … and plan “The Mapei brand is well known Bonder Zero is a non-sagging adhesive future meetings with current and in the industry and our products specifically designed for natural stone potential customers that you may are distributed widely throughout and quartz-based products. As a non- not find gathered on one place like North America, as well as the rest sage product, Surface Bonder Zero is TISE platform provides.” Sika has been of the world. We are not necessarily ideal for mitred edges and seaming exhibiting at Surfaces from 2015, looking for sale leads per se at this joints. The adhesive stays right where according to Eisenmann. event, but rather, we use our time the user puts it. Alongside this, it is and space to share our latest product suitable for vertical applications such developments and technologies. as wall cladding, facades or cabinetry. In order to achieve this, we give a Packaged in Integra’s cartridge system, Surface Bonder Zero is available in a 250ml 10:1 cartridge and is compatible with any 250ml dispenser. The product also comes in 45 different colour options and can be colour matched to a very large range of surfaces. The company said it is the latest advancement in surface bonding. The range of products from Integra Adhesives is available through CDK Stone in Australia. Brady Gunn, sales representative – interior finishing at the Sika stand Sika Many products from the Sika family of bonding products were present at Save the date: The International Surface the Surfaces event. Brady Gunn, sales Event will be held 28-30 January 2020 at representative – interior finishing the Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Las and Andre Eisenmann, marketing Vegas (USA)

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materials, and when options for pre- Stone Doctor sealing are not considered. Demos take Temporary protection may not be launches implemented after installation so that centre stage at stone surfaces are scratched, chipped, consultancy etched or cracked during construction. CDK Incorrect cleaning products and Specialists in stone and tile care, techniques can also leave potentially CDK Stone has evolved its highly Stone Doctor has expanded its damaging effects on natural stone. regarded Open House event by business and launched a consultancy At the same time, the application introducing a large scale, video service called Stone Consultants and choice of the wrong type of presentation stage. The company’s Australia. Founder and principal sealers can permanently damage investment in the stage allowed consultant Simon Gabriel believes natural stone surfaces. Guidelines on for more practical demonstrations consumers of natural stone face maintenance and after-care of stone to given and the enormous screen common, recurring issues relating surfaces are generally not provided by meant that images from the live to selecting, procuring, fabricating, suppliers or contractors. demonstrations could be beamed out installing and maintaining these Stone Consultants Australia is to the audience. surfaces. offering a solution to eliminating or “This area saw on-stage For example, incorrect decisions mitigating risks associated with these demonstrations from suppliers, resulting from inaccurate advice common issues with natural stone. It presentations and industry resulting in unsuitable natural stone says its extensive industry experience discussions. They were well received selection. These choices can be based and expertise can provide impartial by attendees, who especially mostly on aesthetics or emotional and independent advice, as well as enjoyed the video element and live needs and the selected stone may not end-to-end project management with demonstrations of the tools,” said be suited for its application. Simon specialised trades for installation. It CDK Stone’s joint managing director, also believes there is a tendency has buying power and deals directly Jonathan Height. towards inferior grades. with overseas stone producers and Every year, the company showcases There can be improper handling local importers along with continuity its extensive range of machinery, tools of natural stone from the time it and after-care services. and equipment along with its Natural is manufactured and shipped to It believes it is best suited to Stone and Neolith collections under untrained tradespeople working with collaborate with architects, builders, one roof. The most recent event was it on-site, and the material is left to interior decorators and home owners. held at its Moorebank (NSW) premises idle in external conditions. The consulting services can range in March 2019, its biggest one so far. Poor installation practices from one module to full project This year’s Open House saw the can occur when preparation management (turn key solutions) official launch of the ADI Zero from of sub-surfaces are not done and quality control throughout the Zoller, a CNC tool calibration machine properly, the wrong choice of procurement cycle. To find out more, that scans CNC tools and uploads installation consumables is made, please visit the Stone Consultants straight to a CNC machine, according underestimating the porosity of Australia website. to Jonathan. “This incredible pre- setting and measuring machine is specially equipped for stone cutting tools. This new technology really grabbed the interest of attendees because of the substantial time it saves fabricators and high-level of accuracy. It is a new industry leading machine that will give our customer a large competitive advantage,” he said Zoller expert Bryan March gave a live demonstration on the ADI Zero which was broadcast from the stage. There were also new additions to existing machines such as the GMM Extra 400 and Thibuat T812. “Many of our attendees loved how these features enhanced the production of the machines,” he said.

14 | DISCOVERING STONE #34 | www.discoveringstonemagazine.com.au CDK Stone top executives (l-r): Joint managing director, James Woodyatt, director David Onesti and joint managing director, Jonathan Height

This year’s event saw a new pneumatic, wet grinder from Alpha which attracted interest because of the major push by the industry towards wet-processing. “This wet grinder is ideal for wet processing stone products without health implications. Alongside this, there is a growing demand for these grinders as they reduce blade wear and provide a more efficient solution,” explains Jonathan. The LT-2D3D Templator also “Currently, the industry is seeing There was an impressive attracted a lot of attention. “With a massive emphasis on safety and contingent of overseas suppliers a dedicated laser booth, visitors silicosis prevention. CleanSpace power who travelled far and wide to were able to test out the laser and respirators provide a complete solution participate at the Open House. A even template a mock kitchen. This for respiration.” record 16 international companies interactive display generated a lot CleanSpace also did an overview sent representatives to talk directly of interest and our customers were and presentation on its powered to attendees and show new products, able to get hands on advice direct air purifying respirator (PAPR) that according to Jonathan. from a Laser Products North America provides respiratory protection. “This “It was excellent to see even representative,” said Jonathan. advanced technology is leading the more international suppliers attend One of the most popular exhibits way in safety for our industry,” said this year’s event. So many of our was the one for CleanSpace respirators. Jonathan. “CleanSpace Respirators run machinery suppliers were pleased “With the entire range on display, visitors an intelligent algorithm that delivers to talk with our customers about were able to wear a mask, gain advice clear fresh air on demand and have their machinery, its daily use, and test out the products,” he said. been designed to be simple to use.” improvements and feedback,” he said.

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+61 8 8391 6844 [email protected] stonemtg.com.au Above: (l&r) National service delivery manager, Rob Skinner and commercial manager – machinery, Peter Mitchelhill, both from CDK Stone Above: The ADI Zero, a CNC tool calibration machine, was one of the main attractions at the CDK Stone event in Sydney (l&r) Attendees could see the new features on “CDK Stone worked hard to bring the GMM Extra 400 first hand a high calibre of machinery providers from around the world which helped our customers to learn more about Other exhibiting companies the latest industry developments.” include Flex, Omni Cubed, Polytech, Not surprisingly, some extensive GMM, Techni Waterjet and Pneutech. networking was done during the In 2020, CDK Stone will be event. “A huge part of our Open celebrating its tenth Open House House events is the social aspect, event. “We are already planning for creating a forum for stone industry more state-of-the-art machinery, professionals to talk and discuss exhibitions and demonstrations to common topics,” he said. All this is support our customers and propel the conducted in a fun, convivial and industry forward,” said Jonathan. relaxed atmosphere. (The Discovering To register your interest in Stone team can attest to that.) attending next year, visit the CDK The event definitely brought Stone website. together some of the industry’s leading suppliers and their products. Below: The Burkhardt BAZ 595D Rotating Twin Table CNC Work Centre, as seen at They included CleanSpace, Integra the CDK event, is used for the production Adhesives, Zoller, Neolith, Montalit of kitchen benchtops, table tops as well as for grinding and polishing curved sides of and Lithofin. monuments. Guests from international suppliers were well represented including Yann Salaun (Thibaut), Bryan March (Zoller USA & Canada) Alberto Nicoletti (Cobalm), Elenora Luzzi (Dal Prete Srl), Gert Senel (Sekon), Steffen Langhans Above: CleanSpace Technology (Burkhardt Hensel), Mara Comandulli representatives (l-r): Steve Harrison, Kyle (Comandulli), Simonetta Fontana Imms, Maria Fox and Peter Burke (Manzelli), Senyuki Hosoi (Polytech), US-based Paul-Simon Holguin, product manager, Integra Adhesives Paul-Simon Holgiun (Integra CDK Stone tools & equipment sales Adhesives), Erik Louis (Laser consultants (l&r) Arnold Joseph and Joe Products), Stefan Nichter (Konig), Foster Carlo Artina (ADI), Allessandro Ben Langdon from GMM Techni Waterjet Messetti (Tenax), and Carlos Sistiaga Italy-based Alberto Nicoletti, Co.b.a.l.m. Stone Working Machines (Neolith Sintered Stone).

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This special section on sealants features a listing of the leading products available in the marketplace. International correspondent Joe Simpson writes about the developments in stone sealants and adhesives. There is also a product showcase highlighting the latest releases from Stone Doctor, Aqua Mix, Laticrete, Solutions Sealers, Spirit Sealers, Sure Seal, Lithofin and Environex.

FORMULATED One area of product development need to to explain the benefits, while that has caused some confusion is debunking common misconceptions. FOR A BRIGHTER lightweight adhesives, something at the FUTURE core of Mapei’s product development For instance, Mapei stresses that strategy. The company’s philosophy is lighter materials do not mean less Ongoing research and development has to constantly improve and enhance volume of product. In fact, they can been driving the evolution of sealants, the quality of the its adhesives, deliver more volume for less weight. adhesives, grouts, and after-care while endeavouring to improve their If you compare Mapei’s Ultralite S2 products for the stone industry. These environmental impact. Lightweight 15kg with a traditional S2 cementitious technical advances, mostly incremental adhesives are just one component of its adhesive with a traditional powder but with the occasional step-change, approach towards sustainability. and liquid mix (a 20kg bag of powder seek to address on-site issues such and approximately six litres of a latex as speed of installation, challenging However, convincing potential buyers additive), the latter delivers 26kg of substrates, sound reduction, grout haze, of the virtue of these products can product that will cover around 5sqm and coping with movement. At the same be difficult as the manufacturing using a standard bed. In contrast, time, some of the new formulations are raw material costs are greater Ultralite S2 delivers 15kg of material also trying to address macro issues, than traditional fillers. So the initial that will cover around 7sqm using a such as sustainability, contractor safety, purchasing price always appears higher. standard bed when mixed with six litres and air quality. Mapei’s marketing campaign may of water.

In recent years, this has led to the development of gel-based formulations, fibre-strand reinforcement and nanotechnology. There can also be commercial benefits, as some of the latest products on the market are also multi-functional, offering ideal combinations of rapid setting, longer pot life, adjustability, multi substrate compatibility, and suitability for a wider range of surface materials. For the distributor or retailer, this can reduce inventory requirements, and provide a clear and simple-to-understand sales story for customers. For the contractor, they can also mean fewer products on N&C Gulfstone Quartz is an agglomerate stone quartz tile range that is long lasting because of site, and better productivity. the fusion of hard quartz and resin, and makes it scratch and stain resistant

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Lithofin boasts a complete range of premium Lithofin products were first developed by Glaubrecht specialised cleaners, sealers, problem solvers and Stingel in Stuttgart, Germany in 1953. Today Lithofin is maintenance products for natural and engineered expertly guided by grandson Garvin Stingel developing stone, ceramic and porcelain tiles, compact sintered Lithofin into a worldwide market leader. surfaces and external pavers used by both professionals and homeowners. To view the full Lithofin range visit:www.lithofin.com.au

Melbourne 03 8552 6000 | Sydney 02 9822 5155 | Gold Coast 07 5537 3222 | Adelaide 08 8340 2877 | Perth 08 6240 2200 Regarding transporting these different materials, such as glass and rubber, that are deformable by up to 2.5 mm. The pot materials to site for a 1,000sqm can now be used to replace standard life at 23°C is one hour, and it is ready installation, the standard two-part mix fillers in adhesive production. for foot traffic and grouting after three would require 200 bags of powder hours. and 200 bottles of liquid: seven pallets For tilers, the constant trowelling of in total. With Ultralite S2, the same the adhesive takes its toll over the For applications where an R2 adhesive installation would require just three years. New lower density formations is more appropriate, Kerakoll offers a pallets. are claimed to be significantly easier to hybrid-gel adhesive, Biogel Extreme, spread, reducing the incidence of RSI which can fix any material to any To look at this on a larger scale, one on the knees, hips, wrists, elbows, and substrate even in the most extreme million square metres of stone tiling shoulders of contractors. It also means conditions. It is also solvent-free and would require around 22,400 trucks with less lugging of materials on site, and non-toxic, unlike traditional epoxy-based standard adhesive and latex additive, they may even increase the speed of reactive resin adhesives. but just 11,700 truck movements with a installation. lightweight adhesive. There would also The adhesive strength (4.5N/mm2) is be significantly less packaging waste: a Mapei and St Gobain Weber are among claimed to be 500% superior to a Class huge environmental benefit. the leading manufacturers that have C2 cement-based adhesive after 24 formulated adhesives to reduce dust hours, and ten times more deformable It may be a hard sell, but the production during mixing. This has (> 50mm) than a Class S2 cement-based construction and building industry is enormous benefits to the installer’s adhesive. It is also easy to spread, being slowly waking up to the need to take health, reducing the risk of lung damage far less viscous than a polyurethane more considered purchasing decisions, from fine dust particles. adhesive. The pot life at 23°C is 110 and move away from a simple price minutes, with an open time of 180 comparison model. It could be a while Every manufacturer offers a rapid set minutes, but it is still ready for foot traffic for cost calculations to take into account adhesive that enables floors to be or grouting after four hours. that extra material brings down the walked on and grouting to be carried price per square metre installed, and out more quickly than with a standard Sika-owned Construction Technologies may also come with the bonus time set product. With conventional cement- Australia (CTA) is an Australian-based savings, transport savings, and health based fast set (C2 F) adhesives, the manufacturer of stone and tile adhesives benefits. But it seems likely that such specifier must take into account the and associated products. The company considerations will become more type of substrate and whether it is formulates all products (where possible) influential in the future. flexible or not. Classified as C2 FTE S1, around the Australian “Green Star” Kerakoll’s Biogel Revolution — suitable code. Typical is Prohesive Megalite: a When it comes to stone adhesives, for natural stone such as marble — with high-performance polymer-modified, other factors becoming more influential gel technology that can be used on any multi-purpose, high flexibility, high include the percentage of recycled type of substrate, including those that strength lightweight adhesive. Ideal for setting large format stone or tile, it offers non-slump performance for large format floor installations. Recommended for application up to 20mm thick, it is said to be 40% lighter than traditional cement-based adhesives; with a 13.5kg bag covering a greater area than a 20kg bag of traditional cement adhesive. It is suitable for use in areas that are permanently damp, subject to thermal shock, and high mechanical loads.

Prohesive Ultrapro is a lightweight, fast setting, high coverage, polymer-modified, flexible, cement-based adhesive that was developed for time-critical installations. The formula makes it easy to handle and it can be used for both internal and external applications. The Ultralite S2 delivers 15kg of material that will cover around 7sqm using a standard bed when anti-slump characteristics make it useful mixed with six litres of water for installing large and heavy stone tiles.

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..0 www.spiritsealers.com e. [email protected] p: 02 9734 6937 DISTRIBUTORS IN ALL STATES Aqua Mix is a range of tile and stone CHECKING THE STATUS OF STONE SEALING care and maintenance products that has been owned by US giant, Custom Need to know if the new stone tile, paver may already be present but requires Building Products since 2006. The latest or existing installation is already effectively re-sealing. Or the stone is not sealed and range includes Aqua Mix KnockDown, a sealed, partially sealed or not sealed? Or is sufficiently dense enough to allow for non-acidic honing powder that removes whether it can be sealed at all? slow absorption of water. light surface scratches, moderate acid etching, and wear patterns to produce a Determining if a stone is sealed is an Complete change – If the water is flat, even and honed finish. It is suitable important question which must be completely absorbed into the surface for treating polished marble, limestone, answered prior to considering the and the spot appears to have grown or travertine when a honed, unpolished application of a new sealer treatment. in size, then the stone is not sealed finish is desired. Realising if an unsealed stone surface and the use of high-quality sealer is will be able to accept a sealer is also recommended. Aqua Mix Enrich ‘n’ Seal is a premium, critical in determining how to move no-sheen, enhanced-look, 100% forward. There is a simple “Water Test” This quick and easy test can provide polymer-solid, penetrating sealer that will help you determine, not only if valuable information about the current formulated to darken, enrich, and the tile is sealed or not, but give you a state of the stone surface. It will not only highlight the character and beauty guide as to what sealer should be used. help you determine if a sealer is present of unsealed natural stone. It can also or required, it can also provide good be used as a pre-grouting sealer, and 1. Apply water to a few different areas information as to how many coats and effectively seals and darkens the colour of the stone and/or grout. what sealer to apply. of grout joints. 2. Make each application of water approximately 25mm in diameter. Another useful tip: if the water is being In Australia, another respected name 3. Measure the approximate size of the absorbed slowly and you surmise a worn in stone care is Dry-Treat. It offers a circle of water, without disturbing sealer application, you can confirm this portfolio of impregnating sealers and the water, and make a notation of with another simple test. This is carried specialist cleaners that are engineered position and size. out by cleaning a small inconspicuous to protect and maintain a wide range 4. Place a drinking glass over the water area with a heavy duty cleaner to of porous surfaces, including all types to protect it from evaporation and let remove any existing cleaner and then of natural stone. Dry-Treat provides is sit undisturbed for 20 minutes. perform the “water test” again. all the options needed to keep stone 5. After 20 minutes, remove the glass protected, while also retaining or and observe the results. If the water absorbs more quickly than enhancing the desired look. previously, you should treat the entire No change – If the water appears the area before the new application of sealer. Dry-Treat said its impregnators same as when it was applied and the If there was not change in the rate of offer far more than mere oil- and water measures the same diameter, then absorption, then there was not likely water-based stain protection, since a sealer is already present or the stone/tile any sealer present and the new sealer deeper penetration and permanent is very dense and does not sealing. In fact, application can be made. bonding technology means protection a very dense stone/tile may not accept a from more serious issues, such as sealer (since absorbency is necessary for a For this and other useful tips when efflorescence, picture framing, and salt material to accept a sealer). deciding whether you can seal, or how or freeze-thaw spalling. much sealer can be used, contact the Slight change – If the water is still sealer manufacturer. A stand-out example is Stain-Proof present in a bead but appears to be Original: an impregnating, invisible, absorbing into the surface, then a sealer By Fred Gray, technical service manager, Laticrete and breathable sealer that provides long-term protection for natural stone against water- and oil-based stains and damage caused by water and dissolved salts. It is suitable for a wide variety of indoor and outdoor applications including façades, floors, walls, countertops, showers, swimming pool Determining if a stone is sealed is an important surrounds, and patios. question which must be answered prior Story from Joe Simpson to considering the application of a new sealer

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The marble kitchen bench in a But, he says, what they see Melbourne apartment looked as permanent damage is destined to be a write off. The in fact a condition that can tenant had been cleaning it be restored through the with harsh chemicals, used it process of re-honing and as a cutting board and hadn’t re-polishing. bothered to wipe up any acidic liquid spills like lemon That doesn’t mean it was an juice or vinegar. So the once easy project to undertake. flawless surface was now a Undoing damage of that dull sheen riddled with deep scale demanded intense scratches, etch marks, hairline time and labour that cracks and chipped edges. stretched across four days.

The dismayed owner was First, the Stone Doctor team on the brink of getting it applied plastic protection replaced when she was to all adjoining surfaces, referred to Stone Doctor such as walls and cabinets. Australia that had been involved in three Drop sheets were also used on the other restoration projects in Freshwater floor to prevent it from damage and to Place in Southbank, Melbourne. minimise the clean up. Then they began “That kitchen bench was in shocking re-honing the marble surface by grinding condition,” recalls Simon Gabriel, it with seven different grits of diamond director of Stone Doctor Australia. “But it abrasives ranging from rough to smooth. EVERY DAY wasn’t irreparable.” STONE CLEANER During this process, the team filled in According to Simon, most people with the chipped areas and repaired the AquaShield™ Cleaner & Resealer from limited knowledge of natural stone hairline cracks. Once the re-honing Aqua MIx is a ready to use, routine surfaces would assume that this kitchen was completed, it was time for the final cleaner and re-sealer. It tops up natural bench was at the end of its lifespan. polishing stage. The team chose suitable stone and tiles with a high-quality marble polishing powders that would penetrating sealer as it cleans, and react with the surface to create a mirror- uses a safe non-acidic, non-abrasive like finish. pH neutral formula so it won’t damage stone, grout or tile. As a result, it is an After a full 24 hours had passed, the ideal routine cleaner for all natural stone surface was sealed with Bellinzoni Idea countertops, splashback and showers. Stonager, a premium stone penetrating sealer that would protect the surface AquaShield is also biodegradable, low from absorbing water or oil and VOC and a water-based product. It is preventing stains. available in a 710ml spray bottle.

The owner was thrilled with the results As a cleaner, it cuts through grease, and remarked that her newly restored dirt, food and soap scum on tile, grout, marble kitchen bench looked even chrome, glass, and laminates. It can also better than it did when it was first be used over any penetrating sealer, and installed in her kitchen. suitable for maintaining sealed stone and tile surfaces. “It’s always satisfying to undertake projects like this,” said Simon. “The For example, all natural stone (such as contrast between the condition before granite, limestone, marble, slate, terrazzo, and after restoration gives us a great bluestone/basalt, and travertine), sense of achievement. I daresay that ceramic, porcelain, grout, quarry, Saltillo, the more damaged a surface, the more terra-cotta, cement pavers, masonry During the restoration process, the Stone pleasure we get out of restoring it and surfaces, cement encaustic tiles and Doctor team filled in the chipped areas and repaired the hairline cracks delighting the client.” other water-safe surfaces.

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Simple stone selection and installation

Euro Natural Stone guides its customers through each stage of the stone buying process from design through to installation

rom the moment customers ENS primarily deals with natural step into a Euro Natural stone but it also has samples of Stone (ENS) showroom, they engineered stone, and can order slabs F can choose the stone, send from Smart Stone, Caesarstone and drawings to the design team, receive other engineered stone brands. It a quote and have it all installed. offers a fabrication service for this Instead of dealing with a number type of stone and some of its in-house of companies, ENS provides the machinery includes a bridge saw, opportunity to have everything related water jet and CNC. to stone purchasing done in one place. ENS has very proactive Other stone companies can find relationships with designers and the stone but little else, and most architects. These professionals can stonemasons focus only on the make contact with a showroom or fabrication so customers may have to ENS will conduct regular visits with deal with several different companies. new samples to let them know about ENS simplifies the process for the the latest products. Or architects and customer and acts like a “one-stop designers can accompany clients to shop” for buying stone products. choose slabs and help them make an ENS believes it can be stressful for informed decision. customers when they are doing the It has been almost six years since renovations and having to deal with ENS launched its first storefront in different companies such as the stone Alexandria (NSW) but its factory shop then a stonemason etc. It makes has operated under a different the process easier because it is also name for the past 20 years. Initially able to work with kitchen suppliers it was called Euro International for as well. the factory and Euro Natural Stone Above: Euro Natural Stone offers almost every size and variation of marble, limestone, The stone at ENS is sourced mainly for the showroom but now it is one travertine, and granite in Europe. One of its directors is based company and under name: Euro in Turkey and can access local quarries Natural Stone. Below (from left): Laverna Marble Slab was used at Bella Brutta restaurant in Newtown to find high quality, individual blocks, The ENS showrooms can be found (NSW); and negotiates the best possible price. in the Sydney suburbs of Alexandria White Gold Marble Slabs in the kitchen of a [This is in contrast to just seeing or Neutral Bay. To find out more, visit residence in Camperdown (NSW); images from the quarry remotely.] the Euro Natural Stone website. Atlas Marble has been used in the kitchen of a Mascot (NSW) house

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© This copyrighted work is jointly owned by the Marble Institute of America Inc. and the Australian Stone Advisory Association Ltd and may not be reproduced, transmitted and otherwise disseminated without the express written consent of the Marble Institute of America Inc. and the Travertine Australian Stone Advisory Association Ltd. Australian Processors & Suppliers of Stone Over 450 copies sold to specifi ers Slate Quarriers of Australian Stone Basalt The manual exceeds 390 pages. Each section Stone Fixers, Landscapers, Geologists, Building Contractors, Sculptors, Educators Installation has been carefully peer reviewed. Horizontal Surfaces Manufacturers of Adhesives, Grouts, Sealants & Waterproof Membranes Vertical Surfaces AVAILABLE AS A DIGITAL DOWNLOAD Wholesalers/Importers, Resellers of Stone CONTENTS OF THE ASAA MANUAL Wet Areas Natural Stone Tiles To place an order call 03 9888 3587 Suppliers of Machinery/Equipment – fi xing methods during business hours or send an Government Agencies, Professional Service Providers, Associations Residential Stone Countertops email to [email protected].

Capping & Sills Cost: Stone Furniture ASAA Members $132 Stone Faced Veneer/Pre-cast Architects $132 (includes GST) Concrete Non-Members $264 To fi nd out more about the benefi ts and } Cleaning & Maintenance Allow 24 hours confi rmation before download. why you should become a member of the Digital version is licensed to the purchaser. Restoration/Refi nishing We accept Mastercard & VISA Australian Stone Advisory Association email Slip Resistance of Stone [email protected] or call 0421 388 127. Active Australian Quarries ALTERNATIVELY ORDER THE CD VERSION Images of Natural Stones Allow $22 for registered mail and handling of Australia Glossary of Stone Industry Terms Modelled on the Marble Institute of America Dimension Stone Design Manual, the ASAA Natural Stone ASAA MEMBERS Appendix (Production Table, Design Manual comprehensively covers geology, stone selection, installation, care, maintenance and MOHS Scale, Applicable ASTM restoration. Contains references to applicable standards and test methods, an extensive glossary, list of www.asaa.com.au Standards & Tests) quarries, prime suppliers of stone and related allied products. TM Dedicated to the promotion of Australian stone seminars | standards of excellence | architectural awards at home and overseas. ASAA seeks to develop Visit www.asaa.com.au to download a Sealer Selection Guide ASAA standards of excellence in performance and FREE version of ASAA’s new guide to available for FREE DOWNLOAD product supply, and to facilitate greater co-operation between ‘Sealing and maintaining natural stone’. from www.asaa.com.au the various sectors and competing entities of our industry.

Geology of Stone Standards & Specifi cations Design Manual Stone Selection ACROBAT READER REQUIRED VERSION ASAA members enjoy a 50 per cent Stone Testing I saving when they purchase the Granite ASAA Natural Stone Design Manual. Limestone To join or order a manual call Marble & Onyx 03 9888 3587 or email MEMBERS OF THE AUSTRALIAN STONE ADVISORY ASSOCIATION INCLUDE: [email protected] Sandstone

© This copyrighted work is jointly owned by the Marble Institute of America Inc. and the Australian Stone Advisory Association Ltd and may not be reproduced, transmitted and otherwise disseminated without the express written consent of the Marble Institute of America Inc. and the Travertine Australian Stone Advisory Association Ltd. Australian Processors & Suppliers of Stone Over 450 copies sold to specifi ers Slate Quarriers of Australian Stone Basalt The manual exceeds 390 pages. Each section Stone Fixers, Landscapers, Geologists, Building Contractors, Sculptors, Educators Installation has been carefully peer reviewed. Horizontal Surfaces Manufacturers of Adhesives, Grouts, Sealants & Waterproof Membranes Vertical Surfaces AVAILABLE AS A DIGITAL DOWNLOAD Wholesalers/Importers, Resellers of Stone CONTENTS OF THE ASAA MANUAL Wet Areas Natural Stone Tiles To place an order call 03 9888 3587 Suppliers of Machinery/Equipment – fi xing methods during business hours or send an Government Agencies, Professional Service Providers, Associations Residential Stone Countertops email to [email protected].

Capping & Sills Cost: Stone Furniture ASAA Members $132 Stone Faced Veneer/Pre-cast Architects $132 (includes GST) Concrete Non-Members $264 To fi nd out more about the benefi ts and } Cleaning & Maintenance Allow 24 hours confi rmation before download. why you should become a member of the Digital version is licensed to the purchaser. Restoration/Refi nishing We accept Mastercard & VISA Australian Stone Advisory Association email Slip Resistance of Stone [email protected] or call 0421 388 127. Active Australian Quarries ALTERNATIVELY ORDER THE CD VERSION Images of Natural Stones Allow $22 for registered mail and handling of Australia Glossary of Stone Industry Terms Modelled on the Marble Institute of America Dimension Stone Design Manual, the ASAA Natural Stone ASAA MEMBERS Appendix (Production Table, Design Manual comprehensively covers geology, stone selection, installation, care, maintenance and MOHS Scale, Applicable ASTM restoration. Contains references to applicable standards and test methods, an extensive glossary, list of www.asaa.com.au Standards & Tests) quarries, prime suppliers of stone and related allied products. ASAA

Thank you, Tony and Felicity Stock

Australian Stone Advisory Association together industry leaders to establish CEO, Peter Mitchelhill and acting the Australian Stone Advisory general manager, David West share Association (ASAA). He convinced some of their memories of Tony Stock, a number of key participants from former ASAA head and founder of across the breadth of the industry Discovering Stone magazine, as he including major quarriers, fabricators steps down from the group. Here is and consultants to join him on that what they had to say about Tony and journey. And so, in late 2004, ASAA was his enormous contribution to the established. industry. “Tony spent more than a decade as “When Tony decided to expand CEO of the association. In that time, his publication activities at Infotile, he introduced many like-minded and launched Discovering Stone in businesses to each other, creating March 2002, he stepped into a role as business friendships amongst industry a figurehead and leader in the stone competitors, suppliers and end-users. industry both nationally and abroad. Tony was hands-on, always on the With his intimate knowledge and lookout for ideas for new activities, Tony Stock, founder of Australian Stone Advisory Association and Discovering Stone passion for all things stone and tile, events and interactions, all with the magazine and regular travel to meet suppliers aim of improving knowledge and and producers, Tony was able to bring understanding of the use of stone. “The Australian Stone Architectural together people from disparate parts “In the early 2000s, Tony founded Awards is another of Tony’s brilliant of the industry through their common the Full Frontal Tile and Stone Expo, initiatives. Created to highlight the interest in stone. which once again brought together use of Australian natural stone in “It didn’t take very long at all suppliers, builders, architects and significant projects, he worked with before Tony recognised that not only producers from around Australia and the Australian Institute of Architects was the local stone industry hungry from other countries. He convinced to ensure that the awards reflected for information about materials, and industry specialists and experts professional standards. The awards methods, and projects but that there to give presentations at the event, gained acceptance stone industry was a yawning chasm that could only be creating another platform for the professionals, architects and designers. bridged through an industry association. wider dissemination of knowledge and And of course, the presentation of “And so, amidst the challenges the sharing of experiences thorough these awards created the opportunity of building the Discovering Stone formal presentations, or informally for networking and collaborations. readership base and sourcing content in the conversations that began “From the outset, Tony’s focus for and finding advertisers, Tony took on afterwards and continued over coffee ASAA was about delivering more and the additional challenge of bringing or drinks later. better information to all members of the stone industry, including end- users. To this end, he initiated and built a strong affiliation with the Marble Institute of America (now the Natural Stone Institute), which ultimately led to an agreement for ASAA to create an Australian version of its Natural Stone Design Manual. The ASAA Natural Stone Design Manual, released in 2011, has become a standard source of guidance for the use of stone in the Australian building industry. “Tony also identified the need for other specialist publications – he incorporated a Buyers Guide to in previous issues of Discovering Stone, and he drafted and edited the ASAA A past gathering of ASAA members and executives. Tony Stock is at the centre. Stone Sealer Guide for the installation

42 | DISCOVERING STONE #34 | www.discoveringstonemagazine.com.au of stone countertops (which is now incorporated in the ASAA Natural Design Manual Stone Design Manual). ACROBAT READER REQUIRED VERSION “He also worked with Good Environmental Choice Australia (GECA) I to prepare the first environmental standard for sustainable hard surface flooring and paving, including stone, ceramic tiles and other masonry materials. Published as GECA 40- 2008 Hard Surfacing, this standard is currently being taken through the

© This copyrighted work is jointly owned by the Marble Institute of America Inc. and formal review process to include the Australian Stone Advisory Association Ltd and may not be reproduced, transmitted and otherwise disseminated without the express written consent of the Marble Institute of America Inc. and the changes in approaches to sustainable Australian Stone Advisory Association Ltd. rating systems over the past decade. “And of course, in parallel with his activities for ASAA, Tony was busy Design manual for end-users running his publishing business with Infotile, Tile Today, and Discovering Architects, builders, designers, property homeowners were seeking advice Stone. This work led Tony to become developers and stone industry and assistance. As the number and a major library of information, participants have always lamented the complexity of the calls to ASAA grew, statistics, contacts and resources for lack of a comprehensive guide to the callers were asked to formally submit the stone and ceramic tile industries specification, installation, protection their request via email. in Australia. and restoration of natural stone. More callers were seeking advice “As Discovering Stone flourished, it Architects seeking advice on prior to selecting a suitable product. became a key reference source for standards have invariably turned Many of the problems outlined architects and specifiers. It helped to ASTM (American Society for in subsequent emails could have with the exchange of knowledge Testing and Material) for guidance. been avoided if access to a suitable and experience in ways never before Given the absence of available reference guide to stone selection, seen in the industry. Discovering Stone funding for the development of testing, installation and maintenance remains the only magazine dedicated similar standards in Australia, the was widely available. to the Australian stone industry, and Australian Stone Advisory Association This indicated that the availability continues to put the stone industry determined that the best, and of a suitable standard or guide was on the desks of architects, engineers, most effective way forward, lay in long overdue. As a result, the ASAA designers, authorities, material development of a comprehensive board asked the MIA for permission suppliers and stone producers. manual which references the ASTM to produce an Australian version of its “In recent years, following the sale recommendations, and provides a 400 plus page manual, which would of his publishing activities to Elite contemporary snapshot of local and contain appropriately modified text Publishing, Tony remained involved international industry practices. and drawings. in ASAA, taking on the position of The Marble Institute of America The MIA responded positively and industry liaison officer, and his ever- (MIA) produce a comprehensive an agreement has been reached in patient wife, Felicity, continued in an manual, which covers all the bases. principle, which provides both parties administrative role. ASAA contacted MIA CEO Gary with joint copyright of the contents “Finally, however, the day has come Distelhorst in relation to the local of the ASAA Natural Stone Design for Tony and Felicity to step back association reproducing MIA materials Manual, and an appropriate share from their active involvement in the under license. of the net proceeds of sales of the activities of ASAA, and we take this The ASAA board met with Gary manual. opportunity to acknowledge all that in Sydney in 2008, where he gave A decision was made to add some they have achieved on our behalf permission for the association to new sections, which fully reflect over the past fifteen years. “Thank produce Australian versions of MIA the local use of stone, common you, Tony and Felicity. We will remain guides, on the proviso that it clearly problems that regularly happen. Many indebted to you for your contributions referenced the MIA as the copyright of the chapters are supported by to the stone industry in Australia, and holder. In 2009, ASAA produced its comprehensive drawings. for your friendship.” version of the “Residential Stone Where appropriate users will be Countertop Guide”. invited to purchase new chapters, A growing number of architects, which will enable them to update the By Peter Mitchelhill and David West building owners, stonemasons and content of their manual.

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Waterjet helps deliver growth

Stone Design Group has expanded its business with an OMAX Maxiem Waterjet from Headland Machinery

eadland Machinery recently I think the precision of the Maxiem the cost of the machine, because the caught up with Kosta Zovas waterjet is second-to-none and the service is extremely important. We from Stone Design Group to capabilities, in terms of what you can can’t afford any downtime. H ask about its Omax Maxiem do, it gives you a greater scope. HM: How do you service 2040 Waterjet and how the team is Our work is mainly commercial your customers better than the using it in the business. and we cut stone for kitchens and competition? Headland Machinery (HM): When vanities. We also do a lot of feature KZ: I like to think we do, but I did you start using a OMAX Maxiem tiles and foyers. believe it comes it down to our own Waterjet in your business? HM: What matters most to your service and we focus on this all the Kosta Zovas (KZ): Stone Design customers? time. Our client base is based mainly recently grew the business and we KZ: It’s definitely precision and on referrals which is at a high level, so happily inherited the OMAX Maxiem the quality of workmanship. There I think that is a good sign that we’re Waterjet. Since then, we have been was not as much scope to do things doing a good job. able to increase what we do, not without a waterjet because patterns HM: Tell us more about about only in terms of the end product but and designs are a lot more intricate Stone Design Group also the intricacy within patterns now. It really offers more flexibility to KZ: For over 20 years now, Stone has certainly expanded. It just do things for our clients. Design Group has manufactured gives our customers more options HM: What are your thoughts stone surfaces for predominantly and it’s a safer way to cut for our on the service that you get from commercial projects. We source employees. Headland Machinery? high-quality stone from around the HM: Do your customers enquire KZ: Although we have only been world and manufacture the product how you cut the product? dealing with Headland for a short in-house, whether it be tile or stone, KZ: It’s definitely a selling point, time, the staff always get back to us for kitchens, vanities and foyers. everyone talks about cutting with a quickly and helps to minimise any Read more about Stone Design waterjet, however, not everyone does. downtime. For us, downtime is very Group by visiting the website. You need a waterjet these days as the costly to the business. So when we are See more about the OMAX Maxiem materials are all different and the looking at upgrading or buying new 2040 Machine at the Headland expectations are a lot higher. machinery, it’s not always down to Machinery website.

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Primus 402 Hundreds of visitors attended the 4-day event Machine knowledge gained on-site

Discovering Stone’s machinery editor, Phil Ashley attended the opening of Biesse Group’s Sydney campus

iesse Group refers to its over 50 service roles that did not Australian local businesses that she Australian showroom that exist before. This allows Biesse believes are “the backbone of our opened in Wetherill Park in Group’s different divisions to offer economy”. Michael Bullock, CEO, B Sydney’s western suburbs a comprehensive, locally-based Biesse Group Australia and New recently, as a campus because it is sales and service experience to its Zealand was master of ceremonies considered a place of learning. Much customers. for the event. He said, “We’re already more than a traditional showroom, developing training programs that the Sydney campus is a training Cutting the ribbon we will present to our customers, but facility for staff and its customers. Opening the brand-new facility was we’re also looking to develop the skill Speaking at the official opening, The Hon. Natasha Maclaren-Jones level of our own technicians and this Biesse Group subsidiaries director MLC. She congratulated Biesse Group will happen here in Sydney and in Federico Broccoli emphasised point: Intermac on 25 years supporting Italy.” “We call them campuses for a reason – because you can learn”. It covers 5000sqm of which 2000sqm is the showroom displaying over 20 of the group’s machines. The campus is equipped with classrooms for training, a dedicated software space, as well as a service and spare parts area. The Sydney campus is Biesse Group’s third largest in the world, behind Italy and USA. The company makes significant investments close to where its machines, and therefore, its customers are located. The opening of its Sydney campus is the result of a EUR7 million (AUD11 million) The Hon. Natasha Maclaren-Jones MLC (centre) helped to launch Biesse Group’s Australian investment that has translated to campus in Wetherill Park (NSW)

46 | DISCOVERING STONE #34 | www.discoveringstonemagazine.com.au Above (from left): A Donatoni bridge saw in the Donatoni JET625 Bridge Saw for The main challenge has been to action cutting stone and similar materials. achieve the machine’s target cost The Montresor edge polishers are built for fast It has a level of automation that while increasing performance and production will help maximise its return for the reliability. 3D work in advanced materials could be seen machine’s owner. The machines on show at the at the Biesse Group launch The Master 33 for stone edge Sydney campus opening had a sales processing is considered the Intermac value of three million dollars. In flagship machine. With a single addition, there is around five million Group marketing and operator and some light materials dollars’ worth of parts in stock, all communications manager, Rafael Prati handling, this machine can produce available for dispatch to ensure said, “One way we develop our machines two kitchens (or eight separate local users can keep their machines is by listening to our customers. When benchtops) per shift. The machine running. they bring their own materials, their is extremely functional, easy to own ideas, prototypes and designs to use and requires very little human 50th anniversary our showroom, we start to see new intervention. The grand opening of the Biesse applications and the campus becomes In the last seven or eight years, the Group’s purpose-built premises in an extension of the R&D department.” industry has seen a solid move from Wetherill Park coincided with the Biesse Group currently invests mid-market machines to those that company celebrating 50 years of four per cent of its sales turnover in have some level of automation. innovation and technology. “The research and development. Latest to the market is Master One, showroom facility represents an a 3-axis machining centre dedicated opportunity … to train our customers’ Machines for stone to the processing of stone and machine operators on the latest As part of the Biesse Group, Intermac sintered materials. The Master One technology Biesse Group has to offer,” produces machinery and equipment series can perform the most complex said Carl Massey, service director for the stone, glass and advanced and varied machining operations, of Biesse Group Australia and New materials industries. Its main providing users with superb finish Zealand products for stone production are the quality when working with natural The Sydney campus follows closely Donatoni bridge saws, Master CNC stone, granite, marble and synthetic on the heels of the Barcelona, Spain profiling machines (work centres), and ceramic materials for bathroom campus launch in October 2018 and and Primus water jet machines. The unit tops, kitchen tops, construction the soon-to-open 13th campus in Montresor edge polishing machines and memorials. Ulm, Germany this year. are a recent addition. Intermac has continually evolved The machinery on display at the the Master range by creating an entry Sydney campus opening included level product with high end usability. Story from Phil Ashley

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Siemens’ Milan HQ covered in Cotto d’Este

Cotto d’Este porcelain stoneware defines the aesthetic of Casa Siemens, writes international correspondent Joe Simpson

The German conglomerate’s new Cotto d’Este’s wide range of Milan offices were designed by formats, colours, and surfaces made Milanese architects Barreca & La it possible to use Auvergne Layè, Varra. The 15,500sqm building sits in in a 14mm thick version, for the a prominent 86,000sqm plot in the external pavement that surrounds north-eastern outskirts of Italy’s most the perimeter of the building. This commercial city. It now houses the ensured design continuity. management staff as the company’s Auvergne Sablé was chosen for the new HQ. interior flooring on the ground floor. For its surfaces and finishes, Also 14mm thick, it has a slightly Barreca & La Varra specified a raft rough surface that is non-reflective of different ranges from Cotto d’Este. and more rustic. This can make it For the covering of the external ideal for lending residential and façades, the architects selected commercial locations a style that Kerlite5plus Cluny, a laminated evokes natural stone. courtyards and enriched with green 5mm thick porcelain stoneware Finally, the Silvis collection was planting on the ground floor, creating range, used in the Auvergne Layè selected for the floor surfaces of attractive areas that are overlooked shade. the inner courtyard. Presented in by communal spaces such as the Kerlite, consisting of ultra- the Robur shade, this 14mm thick auditorium, bar, and restaurant. thin large-format ceramic slabs, porcelain stoneware offers the The remaining three floors house is a versatile surface solution for authentic look of wood, maintaining the offices that are divided into open contemporary architecture. Slim and slight differences in reflection due to spaces, private offices, and meeting hard-wearing, it features fibreglass minimal variations in depth between rooms, from which it is possible to reinforcement that makes it versatile the materials’ fibres. access the garden, auditorium and and easy to use. canteen. Design principles The floors have different heights At Casa Siemens, the internal volumes depending on the function. The and the external spaces have been ground floor is 5.06 metres, the first organised based on “Construction floor, second and third floors are 3.90 Excellence Office Building”, Barreca & metres, while the basement is lower La Varra’s own design guidelines. at 3.50 metres. The only exceptions The architects’ studio’s most are the canteen and conference, both significant design innovations include 5.70 metres high. the composition of the façade and the The south face of the building is layout of the windows, with particular flat and linear, and overlooks a new attention to the corner detailing. boulevard with wide sidewalks and The building consists of a single cycle paths that will bear the name of E form arranged around two paved the firm’s founder.

48 | DISCOVERING STONE #34 | www.discoveringstonemagazine.com.au rooms, washing, and cooking, and a The structural elements of the goods unloading zone. building are entirely in reinforced The offices on the first, second concrete. The dimensions and design and third floors have been designed criteria provide structural safety, according to the Siemens Office smart including potential seismic action. working concept and are configured The façade was designed as large open spaces interrupted only specifically for the control of summer by the lifts. In this layout, the five solar radiation and winter dispersion. staircases, two of which are equipped The installation features alternating with a lift and freight elevator, divide opaque horizontal bands (parapet the building on each floor into three and veil) and transparent (ribbon macro areas that allow to better windows). The ground floor façade spatial organisation. alternates blind panels in dark grey The entrance to Casa Siemens is and transparent stoneware. This has highlighted by a ground floor recess been created to generate a dialogue that creates a protected outdoor area. between the interior spaces and the The adjoining lobby manages all surrounding open spaces. In general. pedestrian flow while internal paths it is done to reduce the amount of lead to spaces dedicated to relaxation, glass surfaces. information, and reception. On the upper floors the façade In front of the entrance of the is ventilated, with a lighter grey building there is one of the four Alucobond and glass panels that sculptures designed by Daniel create elegant reflections. In specific Libeskind that was commissioned by locations, generally near the corners Siemens. of the building, the ribbon window Overall. the project is highly widens and turns into a floor to efficient, since it minimises the ceiling window. All windows have impact on the site by concentrating a system of motorised lamellar the built element of the overall blinds connected to a solar radiation site, taking advantage of its natural detection system which regulates the orientation. The plan incorporates opening to protect the building. active and passive energy saving systems and has a simple structure The north face, on the other hand, that allows flexibility of use of space Photography: Carola Merello, and is volumetrically more complex, over time. Caterina Bona and is the result of an interpretation of the guidelines aimed at making the spatial articulation of the areas around the building more dynamic. The property is surrounded on the northern and eastern sides with more internal green areas, both to ensure the quality of open spaces and to widen the distance between the new building and those existing on its location (Via Vipiteno). Four conference rooms perform the functions of the conference centre, with movable walls that can be combined and modified. The canteen, directly connected to the conference centre, is equipped with guest rooms for guests and a free flow restaurant that can open directly onto the outdoor spaces. In the west wing, there are service areas, such as employee changing

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Left: Airy Concrete from Caesarstone’s “concrete” collection has been used in this Concrete bathroom

Below: Caesarstone’s Turbine Grey quartz greys surface is used for a newly renovated small dominate bathroom. Photography credit: Dion Robeson. The bathroom was designed by bathrooms Perth-based Studio Atelier building and interior design practice which has Taking its cue from granite, specified Caesarstone in a number Caesarstone’s Turbine Grey quartz of its projects. “We choose to use surface, with its intense pattern of gun Caesarstone for its well-curated range metal, charcoal and jet veining, has of finishes and its ability to provide been used to create a vanity that is a low-maintenance yet stunning central to an ensuite measuring 9sqm. surface that is very client friendly. This compact bathing space uses In particular, we love how the brand a monochromatic colour palette constantly pushes boundaries, and wall hung vanity to increase the releasing ranges that balance our perception of space. needs for the classic and timeless while also being daring and bold,” said design director, Kimberley Tan. Caesarstone’s Turbine Grey is part of the brand’s collection of 48 quartz surfaces. The company has also added nine concrete-inspired finishes to its quartz surface collection over the past four years. It offers a choice of finishes that embrace the essence of industrial materials such as oxidised steel, weathered cement and hand-poured concrete. These patinas and random variations can bring visually arresting style to vanities, shower walls, bath surrounds and shelving. They can create numerous design opportunities due to their ability to pair with sculptural basins, precious metal tapware and raw timber decorative elements. For bathrooms where there is a lot of glass and polished chrome, Fresh Concrete, Raw Concrete and Sleek Concrete provide hues from the white, grey and taupe palettes. Excava is one of latest finishes and can be teamed with brushed brass and oil rubbed bronze tapware, and materials such as raw timber, honed stone and woven linen. The Caesarstone Metropolitan collection offers nine concrete-inspired finishes: Fresh, Sleek, Raw, Frozen Terra, Cloudburst, Rugged, Rough, Airy, Topus and Excava, available in both concrete and rough finishes.

50 | DISCOVERING STONE #34 | www.discoveringstonemagazine.com.au Left: Sensa Indian Black is a granite whose black background mingles with differing clear veins

Below: A Dekton Sirius benchtop is paired with a black subway-tiled or patterned splashback;

Silestone Eternal Marquina is evocative of the Spanish Black Marquina marble, offering an intense black background with white details and highlights that rise to the surface.

The dark side of kitchens

Lighter, muted palettes are slowly One look can combine a smooth- making way for a bold trend in textured Dekton Sirius benchtop with kitchen design that promises to a black subway-tiled or patterned take the drama up by a notch: black splashback. Or the monotony can be kitchens. broken by choosing black surfaces Using black in the heart of homes interspersed with veins, flecks and infuses a sense of mystery in the other nuances in it to enhance the space. As a darker colour, it’s also luxe factor. easier to clean and maintain, making Sensa Indian Black is a granite it a popular, practical choice for whose black background mingles with families and those who are passionate differing clear veins. Silestone Eternal about cooking and entertaining guests Marquina is evocative of the Spanish at home. Black Marquina marble, offering an For customers ready to make a intense black background with white bold statement with an all-black details and highlights that rise to the kitchen, they can use a combination surface. The surface is manufactured in large of textures in the same space to make The Dekton ultra-compact surface format (up to 320cm x 144cm) and things more interesting with a moodier by Cosentino is a mixture of the raw thin thicknesses (0.8cm, 1.2cm and style. Silestone, Dekton and Sensa materials that is used to manufacture 2cm). Known for its superior technical surfaces come in glossy, satin or matte glass, porcelain materials and quartz characteristics, Dekton has resistance finish options, ideal for use with a surfaces. It can recreate any type of to UV rays, scratches, stains, thermal contrasting texture. material with a high level of quality. shock and very low water absorption. Semi-precious surfaces

Amethyst from The popularity of hand-made, low tide turquoise and aquas while Caesarstone’s artisanal crafts has seen renewed Amethyst is awash with intense purple Concetto range is awash interest in the use of semi-precious and violet hues. Most of the surface with intense stones as surface finishes for walls, finishes can be backlit to intensify purple and violet hues benchtops, splashbacks and vanities. the colour play and markings of these Caesarstone has a range where distinctly different crystals. slices of agate, quartz, amethyst and For earthier, warmer tones Red Tiger even petrified wood are hand-cut and Eye, famous for its intense brilliance, bound to produce strikingly different is a dramatic combination of earth surfaces, some of which can be backlit and fire, sand and sun. Imagine golden to enhance their unique shading and browns and rich ochres in a stacked patterning. pattern. The Concetto collection includes Petrified Wood Classic is another Blue, Gray and Brown Agates, White finish in this genre, an unusual crystal Blue Agate is Quartz, Red Tiger Eye, Amethyst and reflecting ancient tree trunks in a reminiscent Petrified Wood. Each surface piece warm, tactile, dense array of blended of ocean blues and takes a full week to complete by a browns, aged whites and greyed low tide single skilled craftsman, according to salmon. turquoise the company. White Quart is a virtually and aquas The brilliant jewel colours of deep transparent white crystal with “barely sapphire and rich amethyst are just there” delicate patterns and striations, two of the looks on offer. Blue Agate while Gray Agate embraces the more is reminiscent of ocean blues and neutral colour spectrum.

www.discoveringstonemagazine.com.au | DISCOVERING STONE #34 | 51 Left: Kreta from Cosentino’s Dekton Industrial range has a restrained design and a background that smoothly blends dark and light grey

Below: Bromo has an organic appearance with a dark blue hue inspired by homogenous metamorphic rock, such as slate

Bottom: Kira is the latest Dekton surface inspired by the Gris Pulpis marble, used here in a kitchen

Laos and Lunar are reinterpretations of conventional concrete. Dark in colour and with a weathered structure, Laos has a matte finish with grey veining and golden tones. Lunar is lighter in colour with a smooth structure, white base and balanced, harmonious aesthetic. The Natural collection is a faithful reproduction of the veining formed by geological processes in natural stone. Kira and Vera are the latest Dekton surfaces in the collection and are inspired by the Gris Pulpis marble. Kira has a smooth texture with warm, earthy tones along with grey veins of varying intensities. Vera has a veined structure and grey-cement base colour, like a fusion of the natural and Dekton has six new colours industrial.

Cosentino has also introduced new colours in the Natural collection surfaces in its Dekton range to the reproduce the elegance of natural Australian market. stone. First, it is embracing the dark side Soke, Kreta, Laos and Lunar are with Bromo and Milar with a matte surfaces with the industrial aesthetic finish. They are based on global of concrete. Soke and Kreta are trends in the architecture and design inspired by classic concrete flooring. industry, and the colours are ideal in Soke has subtle cracks integrated into a broad range of settings for both in a grainy background in a versatile indoor and outdoor applications. They range of greys. Kreta has a more are available in 8, 12 and 20-millimetre uniform and restrained design and a thickness. background that smoothly blends dark Bromo from the Natural collection and light grey. has an organic appearance with a dark blue hue inspired by homogenous metamorphic rock, such as slate. It has subtle, faded graphics with fine-grained patterning and a smooth texture for the coveted natural aesthetic. Milar from the Industrial collection has a patinated appearance that suggests the tarnished character of sea-worn ships. Its intricate fusion of grey and brown provides full-bodied colour and delicate patterning is inspired by oxidisation. Four colours in the Industrial collection also emulate the raw complexity of concrete, and two

52 | DISCOVERING STONE #34 | www.discoveringstonemagazine.com.au Left: Caesarstone’s Cloudburst Concrete has been used to full effect in this kitchen renovation

Above: The Cloudburst Concrete surface is central to the monochromatic colour scheme of white on white Light-reflective surfaces

Creative interiors trio, Casey Scott, a jaw-dropping focal point to the ensure the space was neither sterile Matt Crocker and Scott Ligertwood of space. nor bland. Natural timber was used to Kinwolf Projects, knew they needed The same white surface finish create a counter balance to the white a monochromatic colour scheme of is applied to the rest of the kitchen – open storage boxes, chopping boards white on white to invest more light in cabinetry. Caesarstone’s Cloudburst and utensils and stool tops reference the the kitchen project, but at the same Concrete, with its light-reflective matte warm timber tones of the flooring. And time acknowledged the need to push texture, has been used on the rear the subtle layers of texture and patina the boundaries in terms of form and workbench as well as the large-scale in the Caesarstone Cloudburst Concrete finish. island bench and splashbacks. “softens” the mix of hard surfaces and The key feature in the kitchen, that “It’s the texture of Cloudburst monochromatic colour palette. transforms the space from ordinary concrete that we fell in love with,” said Caesarstone’s Cloudburst Concrete to extraordinary, is the curved wall. Scott. “It has almost a salty acid-wash is part of the brand’s Metropolitan Shaped from bendable tongue and kind of feel to it. It’s the first time we range of nine concrete-inspired groove plywood and finished with have used Caesarstone and I think it’s finishes. a two-pack polyurethane spray, the the best benchtop we have ever used.” simple curve corals a wealth of hidden While maximising both light and storage, plus a laundry, while creating space, the Kinwolf team were keen to Photography by River Bennett

Contemporary The Silestone Loft series from Cosentino is a range of concrete- concrete cool inspired surfaces that offer a striking take on the industrial look. It debuts in Australia with Brooklyn and Silver Lake, which have a tactile dimension. The innovation behind this range is its raw texture. Replicating the look and feel of concrete, the surface combines subtle relief and a matte finish. And like concrete, Silestone Loft works in Brooklyn has steely, industrial character that highlights the raw and imperfect beauty of harmony with timber, traditional and concrete contemporary materials while being the centrepiece of design. Silver Lake is a lighter-coloured Silestone is considered a new surface with a white background category of surface materials, made superimposed with gentle gradations from up to 90% natural stone. of grey. The unique and original Slabs are available in 1.2, 2 and colour captures the softer texture and 3-centimetre thicknesses, and jumbo- elegance of concrete. format slabs (320 by 158cm) allow for Brooklyn has an intense grey finish extra-large island benches without with random contrasts and effects. joints. The material is highly resistant Designed to be the showpiece of a Silver Lake is part of Cosentino’s Silestone to scratches, stains and heat, and space, Brooklyn has steely, industrial Loft series and is is a lighter-coloured surface with a white background superimposed with all benchtops come with a 25-year character that highlights the raw and gentle gradations of grey warranty. imperfect beauty of concrete.

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