Surfacing brand Cosentino Group has announced the global launch of its new mineral surfaces brand, Éclos–an entirely new category.
“Since our founding, we have been committed to leading innovation rather than following trends,” says Pilar Cosentino, Cosentino Group CEO. “Just as we did with Silestone, Dekton, and most recently with Hybriq technology for Silestone. Éclos involves a new turning point for our industry, an evolution that responds to real market needs and anticipates the future.”
The brand says Éclos combines superior physical and mechanical performance, a 3D-integrated design and a crystalline silica-free composition, while incorporating more than 50% recycled materials. Additionally, the surfacing was designed to withstand temperatures up to 428 °F, including direct contact with cookware immediately after use.
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Éclos, the company says, represents a paradigm shift in the evolution of surfaces for architecture and design. Its development, which involved 50 specialized researchers in different areas, required more than 28,000 hours of research and more than 1,500 hours of testing, mainly from the company’s R&D and product departments.
Inlayr technology enables Éclos to be manufactured using a layered design system. “Thanks to an advanced robotics engineering process and innovative decoration techniques, it gives the entire surface a 3D design with unique veins and patterns, as well as unprecedented depth and consistency,” the Spanish brand says. “The result is a surface with a three-dimensional design integrated into the edges, with realistic aesthetics and a natural touch and feel that redefine industry standards.”
Featuring a pioneering composition, Éclos has zero crystalline silica in its formulation, and all colors use a minimum of 50 percent recycled materials, while several colors incorporate almost 90 percent recycled materials.
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“Its composition and the formulation, developed specifically for this new product, gives Éclos better flexibility, ductility and impact resistance, making it easier for fabricators and industry professionals to handle and install,” the company says. “Additionally, through Inlayr technology, Éclos offers superior heat resistance that can withstand temperatures up to 428°F, including direct contact with cookware immediately after use, making it an ideal solution for kitchen countertops and other high-performance applications.”
The surfacing will be available globally in the coming months, Cosentino says.
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