AVONITETM DESIGN GUIDE

TRADITIONS

In 1983 AvoniteTM began as the world’s first producer of granite effect solid surfaces and is now renowned in the design community for its unique decors.

Avonite Traditions is a filled polyester resin offering good fire rating and is perfect for all commercial applications, it can be shaped to any design and is ideal for service counters in hotels, airports and receptions in retail/office environments.

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CRYSTELLES

Choose from granite-like polyester decors with a semi-translucent three-dimensional appearance or vivid textured effects featuring clear particu-lates on a solid background. Whatever design statement you want to make, Crystelles will make a lasting impression.

Thanks to AvonitesTM non-porous surface and seamless joints, food prep areas are a perfect application for our product, whether in com- mercial food outlets or household kitchens.

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METALLICS

A unique effect has been created using clear unfilled polyester resin combined with reflective particulates in silver, bronze, copper and pearl resulting in a semi-translucent metallic range unmatched in industry.

Whatever the project, first impressions really count. That’s why Metallics with its unique appearance offers the flexibility, elegance and durability customers require. The only limitation is your imagination.

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GLASS

This range gives you the look of coloured glass but with all the advantages of solid surface. Creating any shape and thickness is easy with this unfilled polyester material.

Designers use these colours to add a unique finish to their work, from bar counters to stunning walls. Backlighting enhances the luminous qualities of the product.

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RECYCLED

Green never looked so good – this collection is produced with reclaimed materials destined for landfills. Backed by SCS certification, it can be used for the key components of any sustainable design or environmentally sound project.

Since it is durable and easy to maintain, surface scratches and graffiti can easily be removed from AvoniteTM, making it perfect for all public areas. It is backed by a 10-year warranty.

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FOUNDATIONS

AvoniteTM offers a wide range of 100% acrylic, ATH-filled decors with solid and granite effect. We also have a range of acrylic sinks and bowls in solid colours ensuring a seamless effect when combined with an AvoniteTM top.

Foundations offers great design scope in that thermoforming is used to create curves in any direction. Its more neutral look is perfect for surfaces in hospitals, dental surgeries, retail outlets and household kitchens.

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PETALS

A Unique look in the solid surface industry. The petals range offers a three dimensional Petal effect combined with translucent Qualities, resulting in a look unmatched in the industry.

Seamless jointing means the product is perfect for design creativety whether for vertical or horizontal surfacing.

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TECHNICAL DATA

Standard sheet sizes:Polyester 3050 mm x 915 mm x 12.7 mmAcrylic 3680 mm x 762 mm x 12.7 mm 2438 mm x 915 mm x 6.4 mm

How to specify:Avonite to be fabricated as per drawing details by accredited fabricator, recommended by local distributor.Colour/Finish (matt, satin, gloss)/Bowl Type

USA TestsSpec Gravity ASTM2583. Hardness ASTM638. Elongation ASTM638. Tensile Stre ASTM638. Tensile Mod ASTM638. Abrasion Res ASTM501. Water Absor ASTM570. Izod Impact ASTM256. Impact Res NEMA LD3.3. Thermal Exp ASTM696. High Temp NEMA LD3.6. Boil Water NEMA LD3.5. Stain Resist NEMA LD3.9. Flame Spread ASTM E84, Food Hygiene NSF.

British TestsB476 Part 7 Class 2 F1, K3, A3, M3 – Surface Spread of Flame; BS476 Part 7 Class 1,0 C1 Range; BS476 Part 7 Class 1,0 C1 Range – Fire Propogation NES 713 – 1985 Fire Toxicity, C1 Range; 65/65 Heat Release Aircraft, C1 Range

German TestsDichte nach DIN 53420Zugfestigkeit nach DIN EN ISO 527-1 und 527-2Zugmodul nach DIN EN ISO 527-1 und 527-2Biegefestigkeit nach DIN EN ISO 178Biegemodul nach DIN EN ISO 178Charpy-Schlagzähigkeit nach DIN EN ISO 179Kugeldruckhärte nach DIN EN ISO 2039-1

B1 Fire Test C1 und F1B2 Fire Test K3 und G3Lebensmittel-Unbedenklichkeitserklärung

Physical & Mechanical TestsBS2782 Density, Abrasion ResistanceBS3794 Cigarette Resistance, BS2782 Water AbsorbationBS3794 Part II Impact Resistance, BS2782 Heat DeflectionBS3794 Part 7 Boiling Water, BS2782 BarcolBS3794 Part 2 Stain Resistance

Maintenance:Easy to clean with conventional cleaning agents. Dry stains can be removed with Scotch-brite scour pad or abrasive cleaner. Burns and scratches can be removed with coarse and fine sandpaper and Scotch-brite. Final buffing required on polished surfaces. Dark colours will show marks/scratches easier and require more care.

Warranty:Avonite carries a 10-year warranty (5-year external warranty only on certain exterior colours).

All decors can be found in the studio and foundations colour charts.

Kurt Lautenschlager GmbH & Co. KG

Heinz-Kerneck-Straße 11

D-28307 Bremen

Phone: +49 (0)421/4 85 48-0

Fax: +49 (0)421/4 85 48-59

info@kula.de

www.kula.de

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