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twist. Additionally, two special The brand also introduced an When used in residential projects,
editions have now been added to the innovative technology named Bloom, FENIX® products can transform any home
range: Rosso Jaipur Brina, inspired created to reduce the amount of phenol into a comfortable yet highly practical
by glacial atmospheres, features a used in the core’s resin and to increase space, thanks to its anti-fingerprint
contrasting play between matt and the percentage of natural raw materials. properties and the possibility to thermally
shiny droplets; and Verde Comodoro Bloom is made from lignin, the second- heal superficial micro-scratches. Ideal for
Idra, a three-dimensional surface most abundant natural polymer in the the kitchen and bathroom, FENIX® can
characterised by a fluid, iridescent world after cellulose and is normally be used for both horizontal and vertical
design. used by the paper industry to produce applications, small elements as well as
energy. FENIX® introduces a new way large surfaces such as kitchen worktops
Story angles: technology and production of using lignin in thermosetting resins, and bathroom vanities. In fact, FENIX®
process without compromising its distinguishing
FENIX® materials have unique properties. FENIX NTM® Bloom is
technical and aesthetic properties. available in a 0.7mm thickness, in
Aesthetically, they are characterised a selection of nine colours which
for being matt and soft-touch, which is complement the brand’s colour palette.
achieved through the use of the next-
generation acrylic resins and proprietary Story angles: applications
technologies, such as the Electron Beam Thanks to continuous research,
Curing process used to harden and fix technological innovations and the
them. Its soft-touch effect and quiet technical and aesthetic characteristics of
colour palette make them sophisticated its products, FENIX® established itself on
surfaces that are ideal for creating iconic the market as a cutting-edge material that
spaces and objects. is extremely versatile in its applications.
From a technical perspective, FENIX® Well-known and loved by designers,
materials guarantee excellent performance architects, interior designers and end users,
and are durable. They are anti-fingerprint, FENIX® opens up a vast array of solutions
and it is possible to thermally heal for the co-creation of industrial products
superficial micro-scratches: a feature of and the design of spaces in the hospitality
the phoenix which inspired the name. sector - such as hotels and restaurants -
Created with proprietary technologies, as well as retail and offices, allowing for
the surface of FENIX® is produced with the creation of tailor-made furnishings
the use of next-generation acrylic resins, whilst guaranteeing maximum durability
which are hardened and fixed through for long-term use. FENIX® innovative
an Electron Beam Curing process. If you materials are perfect for interior design
observe FENIX® under a microscope, you applications in the transportation sector
can see how the structure reflects light - from trains to cruise ships and yachts -
from different angles, effectively resulting as well as for museums, art galleries and
in what we perceive as a matt surface. exhibition stands.

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