The word Nanotechnology is often associated with things like robotics and medicine, but increasingly it is being used to "level up" traditional laminate to create an ultra durable surface for kitchens, bathrooms and furniture. Nanotech surface materials are becoming popular for their rich velvety feel and sleek finish which gives an impression of high quality luxury.
Nanotech surfaces are created using an electron beam curing process resulting in an incredibly strong and highly scratch resistant material. They are antibacterial and resistant to chemicals, which makes them hygienic and extremely easy to clean. These surfaces are ultra-matt due a unique surface texture that diffuses light and feels silky smooth to the touch whilst repelling fingerprints. In some cases, gentle heat can be applied to activate the nanoparticles in the surface to remove superficial scratches!
You’re invited to feel the difference for yourself at Home Ideas Auckland from Level 2. We have three leading ultra-matt surface brands on display:
Learn more about each one below, and decide for yourself if nanotechnology has a place in your home, business or client projects.
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Multi award-winning FENIX® is the next generation of smart materials brought to New Zealand by APT Innovation.
It has been designed for a range of horizontal and vertical interior applications, including kitchens, hospitality, healthcare, transportation, bathrooms and furniture. FENIX® is a high-tech material that is made unique by its characteristics including being thermally repairable, anti-fingerprint, soft to touch, hygienic, durable, waterproof.
Fenix NTM® range is made up of 12 colors. An additional 3 colours make up the Fenix NTA® range which stands for nanotech alloy – a metal surface with all the key characteristics that FENIX® has to offer. Three shades from the NTM® range are now available in pre-fabricated 12mm thick panels. These 4200mm x 1600mm panels are ideal for benchtops or large-format applications.
All shades are on display in large format at Home Ideas Auckland, and samples are available from APT.
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The Alucci™ Apex matte velvet touch collection has six elegant colors with matching ABS edgetape perfect for horizontal surfaces. It boasts many brilliant features making it a very appealing choice for residential and commercial applications:
The Alucci™ Apex matte velvet touch collection has six elegant colors with matching ABS edgetape perfect for horizontal surfaces. It boasts many brilliant features making it a very appealing choice for residential and commercial applications:
+ Technical Datasheets Available Here
+ Order Samples Online
+ Download Alucci Brochure
Soft-Matt HPL
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The latest Collection of Soft-Matt laminates by Prime Panels is rapidly becoming a beloved surface for designers and architects. This range meets the demand for a high performance matt surface that is soft to touch and features anti-fingerprint, high scratch resistant and anti-microbial surface properties made possible by nano-technology. Designed for both vertical and horizontal cabinetry, it features in some of New Zealand's best award winning kitchens.
+ Watch: Caring for your Soft-Matt HPL Surface
+ Order Samples Online
+ Download Prime Laminates Brochure
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