Cosentino Launches Éclos®: The Next Generation Of Innovative Mineral Surfaces With A Zero Crystalline Silica Formulation

Cosentino, a global leader in the production and distribution of innovative surfaces for architecture and design, announces the launch of its new mineral surfaces brand, Éclos®.  Éclos® marks a significant milestone for the industry, introducing an entirely new category: the “Inlayered Mineral Surface.”

Based on Cosentino’s proprietary Inlayr® design technology, the brand expands Cosentino’s portfolio alongside Silestone®, Dekton® and Sensa®, combining a layered design system with zero crystalline silica and high recycled material content. The development of Éclos® represents a major investment in research and innovation.

Involving 50 specialised researchers, the project required more than 28,000 hours of research and over 1,500 hours of testing by Cosentino’s R&D and Product teams. The result is a surface that brings together advanced performance, three-dimensional design and a more responsible material composition, reinforcing Cosentino’s ongoing commitment to sustainability and fabricator safety.

Pilar Cosentino, Cosentino Group CEO, says: “Since our founding, we have been committed to leading innovation rather than following trends; just as we did with Dekton® and most recently with Hybriq+® technology for Silestone®. Éclos® involves a new turning point for our industry, an evolution that responds to real market needs and anticipates the future.”

At the core of Éclos® is Inlayr® technology, which enables a layered design system through advanced robotics engineering and innovative decoration techniques. Unlike conventional surface decoration, this approach integrates veining and patterning throughout the full body of the slab, allowing the design to continue seamlessly into the edges. The result is a surface with enhanced depth, realism and consistency, as well as a more natural look and tactile quality.

This attention to detail ensures that every element of the surface, including visible edges such as kitchen islands or breakfast bars, contributes to the overall design. The inaugural ‘Eclectic Veins’ collection comprises ten decors that feature colours and intricate patterns that draw from nature. With these new colours - Sandr, Vancor, Lumer, Veilr, Ivora, Landr, Tajnar, Wondr, Legnd and Phantome – the collection fuses nods to organic beauty with precision technology, offering dynamic and unique surfaces for any interior environment.

The range spans soft, light-toned neutrals designed to create calm, pared-back spaces, alongside warmer hues that introduce organic depth. More expressive, rhythmic designs provide statement options, while darker, inky tones bring a sense of architectural drama. This variety enables specifiers and homeowners to tailor surfaces to a wide spectrum of interior styles, from minimal to more layered and expressive schemes. Éclos® also represents a significant advancement in material safety and sustainability. Its formulation contains zero crystalline silica, setting a new benchmark within the category, while all colours incorporate a minimum of 50% recycled materials, with several reaching close to 90% recycled content.

This supports circular economy principles and aligns with increasing demand for more responsible material specification. In addition to its aesthetic and environmental credentials, Éclos® is engineered for performance. Its composition delivers enhanced flexibility, ductility and impact resistance, improving handling and installation for fabricators. The surface also offers high heat resistance, capable of withstanding temperatures of up to 220°C, including direct contact with cookware immediately after use, making it well suited to both residential and commercial kitchen environments.

Within a global market shaped by evolving regulations, shifting demand and increased focus on material safety, Éclos® introduces a new surface category that brings together design, performance and responsibility in one solution. Industry forecasts indicate that the global countertop market is expected to grow at approximately 3% annually until 2028, reaching a value of $50 billion and 650 million square metres. As mineral and porcelanic surfaces account for an increasing share of this market, Éclos® is positioned to meet the needs of both specifiers and end user. www.cosentino.com