Bathroom and wetroom specialist Marmox returned to the Surface Design Show this year, with the “uniquely flexible” Slicedstone product range again taking centre stage on its stand 425. Introduced to the UK market in 2023, these slim natural stone veneers are designed to offer the adaptability necessary for applications across shaped walls, spa bath surrounds and other features where water resistance is as important as appearance.
Available in two sizes, 1220x610mm and 2100x1050mm, and weighing between 2.5-3kg per sqm, the lightweight sandstone sheets are 4 ± 1.5mm thick, while delivering a moisture absorption rate of less than 2.5%.
Supplied on a specially formulated decoupling layer, they can be applied to curved surfaces both indoors and out, while the product is backed with a 100% waterproof decoupling membrane, Marmox says, allowing it to be secured with a tile adhesive.
According to the company, Slicedstone Sheets are simply peeled from the surface of Indian sedimentary rock and then re-engineered with the stabilised backing. The natural stone blend substrate is treated with a clear polycarbonate solution to create a flexible surface that is reportedly both durable and waterproof as well as stain resistant, which allows for the easy removal of grout and adhesive residue. While being natural, the company says, the installed sheets appear monolithic and are UV resistant and will not fade over time.
Grant Terry, marketing manager for Marmox, says: “Although Slicedstone is fully suitable for exterior use, as has been demonstrated by some of the very striking properties such as Rio Gardens we have seen constructed in Egypt, the main interest so far here in the UK has come from interior designers, particularly those involved in high end residential developments.
“One of the first properties where Slicedstone is being featured is nearing completion now with half a dozen of the full-sized sheets having been supplied for use in the main bathroom/spa room where the interior designer, Revolve Interior Design, is very pleased with the effect.”
It’s also possible to combine Slicedstone with the very versatile Multiboard range which is available in variety of thicknesses to create insulated wall linings or for forming features within wetrooms.
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