Recently in the market of building and finishing materials there are more and more different novelties. Here and the flexible stone has appeared rather recently, and not all represent, what is it such. Given its unusual properties, it is worthwhile to dwell on where the flexible stone is made, which goes on sale in the form of slabs or wallpapers.
For the first time a flexible stone appeared in Germany, and from there it began to "conquer" the whole world. In appearance it is a stone tile, more like a thick leaf( up to 3 mm).Produce this product in the same place where the natural stone is mined."Substrate" is a mineral fiber( a polymer based on textiles), which has a certain elasticity. It fixes a "slice" of natural stone - and not any one is chosen.
Only sandstone( quartz) sedimentary rocks are used. On such stones, a thin section( not thicker than 3 mm) is made, which is fastened to the fiber. It should be understood that due to its porous structure, the sandstone layer, unlike the other stone, is also elastic.
Given the manufacturing technology, it is clear that the pattern never repeats. Therefore, whichever product is purchased, it is a real exclusive. And if you take into account that it is inherent in the quality of ordinary stone, then interest in this material is quite natural - it is perfect for finishing residential and commercial premises.
Properties of flexible stone
Strength and durability
The warranty of the manufacturers of this product reaches 35 years. Therefore, it is often used to decorate the walls of buildings, both external and internal.
Resistance to temperature fluctuations
The sandstone is capable of withstanding temperatures up to + 650 degrees. This is its quality used for finishing stoves, fireplaces. It does not break down even in frosts, reaching -40 degrees. The flexible stone can be used practically in any climatic zone without any restrictions.
Also, it is subject to combustion, which means that it can also be a fireproof element of the structure. The flexible stone has good vapor permeability, so it is indispensable when decorating rooms with high humidity( for example, swimming pools, saunas).
Environmentally friendly
The production of flexible stone does not involve the use of various additives so frequently used by the industry. There are no accompanying factors, such as radioactivity, toxicity, any smells.
Plasticity and light weight of the
product Due to these properties, it is possible to design surfaces of any configuration. The flexible stone takes the form that the "object" has a glued object. Often there are problems in finishing such architectural elements as arches, columns, niches. There are no restrictions for this material. They are also well-formed, for example, furniture, lamps. In fact, it is a universal product. It can be bent at an angle of 90 degrees without any damage to the material. Due to its lightness, flexible stone will not be a big load on the surfaces to be removed. Weight of 1 m² does not exceed 5 kg.
