Sustainability
The Sustainable Choice
Compared with natural stone and even just on its own merits, porcelain, sintered stone and ultra-compact materials are the smarter environmental choice. To start, it’s created with zero-waste manufacturing. It’s a man-made material created from responsibly sourced natural raw materials like clay, sand, and feldspar, the three most abundant minerals on earth. During production, no waste or byproducts are created, nor plastics or resins used or generated. Porcelain also can be recycled through basic grinding and used as clean fill for more porcelain.
- Recyclable – eliminates landfill waste
- Zero waste – during the production process because the material is natural and reusable
- Reduces chemical exposure – no need for harsh cleaners
- Low carbon footprint – all stages of the life cycle, from the extraction of raw materials to manufacturing
- Made without resins, petrochemicals, or plastics
- Thermal mass – reduces heating and cooling demands in buildings
What makes porcelain, sintered stone, and ultra-compact materials sustainable?
NATURAL RAW MATERIALS
- Non-toxic and contributes to clean air quality
- Do not harm the environment
- Do not pollute the air or water
RESPONSIBLY MANUFACTURED Shipping
- Solar or photovoltaic power for some of manufacturing energy
- Minimum CO2 emissions
- Water recycling system
- Lighter material means more square feet - fewer truck loads
RESPONSIBLY SOURCE
- Materials are normally regionally extracted
- Fuel emissions and carbon footprint from transportation are reduced
RECYCLABILITY AND REUSABILITY
- Can be recycled through a basic grinding and recovery process
- Can be used as clean fill /li>
LOW ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
- Clay, Sand, and Feldspar are three of the most abundant minerals on earth
- 100% of extracted materials can be used
- No waste or byproducts are created
- Plastic production/waste is reduced when porcelain is used
INFORMATION TRANSPARENCY
- Life Cycle Assessment
- Environmental Product Declaration
- Health Product Declaration
What contributes to wellness?
NO HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
- Contains no PVC
- Contains no Formaldehyde
- Emits no VOC’s
HYPOALLERGENIC
- Its surface is non-absorbent and impervious
- Does not retain dust or pollen
- Is inhospitable for dust mites and microorganisms
- Does not facilitate growth of mold and fungi
EASILY MAINTAINED
- No need for exposure to harsh chemicals
- Can be maintained with water
NON-FLAMMABLE
- Contains no PVC
- Porcelain is already fired at over 2000 degrees Fahrenheit
- Does not contribute to flame spread
- Does not create smoke
- Does not release chemicals when exposed to fire
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