This solid surfacing material from
Porcelanosa may look and feel like stone, but it can be molded into a variety of shapes with minimally visible joints. Krion can be specified for washbasins, vanities, countertops, shower columns, as well as other kitchen and bath applications. The nonporous, fire-resistant material is made from one-third polyester polymer resin and two-thirds alumina, a natural mineral.
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Jennifer Brite is a design journalist and public-health scientist who is currently pursuing a doctorate in public health with a concentration in epidemiology and demography at the City University of New York. For ARCHITECT, she writes about new products and sustainable design.