What is large-format technical stone?

What is large-format technical stone?

Carefully selected natural minerals, formed by a 10,000-ton press and fired in a roller hearth kiln at temperatures exceeding 1,000°C, give rise to a new generation of large-format decorative slabs with low water absorption and high abrasion resistance. Where nature meets technology — delivering full-scenario surfacing solutions for modern spaces, from walls to floors, from furniture to facades.

Slab Introduction

Slab Performance

3mm — The Lightweight Choice

3mm — The Lightweight Choice

Features
Ultra-thin and flexible, it can be curved to wrap rounded surfaces. Weighing only one-third of traditional stone, it significantly reduces the load on walls and cabinetry.
Applications
Cabinet door veneers, furniture surfacing, curved walls, elevator interiors, and renovation projects where direct overlay without wall demolition is required. With its light form, it unlocks greater design possibilities.
6mm — The Versatile Choice

6mm — The Versatile Choice

Features
The ideal balance of lightness and strength, combining large-format visual impact with structural stability. It can be laminated with honeycomb aluminum or other substrates to reach 15mm, delivering both lightweight handling and load-bearing performance.
Applications
TV feature walls, sofa background walls, kitchen walls, bathroom walls and floors, and commercial space facades. One slab, many uses — the mainstream thickness for interior vertical surfaces.
12mm — The Robust Choice

12mm — The Robust Choice

Features
High structural strength with excellent impact resistance and load-bearing capacity. It can stand alone as a countertop without additional backing. Its substantial thickness delivers a three-dimensional presence and premium edge detailing.
Applications
Kitchen islands, kitchen countertops, dining tables, coffee tables, vanity tops, and bar counters. With its solid, substantial feel, it withstands daily high-frequency use and long-term durability demands.

Applications of technical stone tiles

Large-format technical stone tiles can be used wherever design has to work with demanding daily use. Kitchens, bathrooms, facades, floors and wall cladding all benefit from a resistant, low-porosity surface that is easy to clean, stable outdoors and available in finishes inspired by marble, cement, stone, wood and metal.

Kitchen & countertops

Kitchen & countertops

Kitchen surfaces need to combine design, hygiene and resistance. Technical stone is ideal for worktops, islands, backsplashes, wall cladding and tables because it withstands heat, scratches, stains and frequent cleaning without losing its appearance.

Large slabs reduce joints and make it possible to wrap the countertop, front and backsplash in the same material, creating a clean architectural kitchen with a continuous stone look.

Kitchen surfaces
Bathrooms

Bathrooms

Bathrooms require surfaces that resist water, humidity and daily cleaning while keeping a refined appearance. JANYE technical stone tiles offer a compact, low-porosity finish for shower walls, floors, vanity fronts and decorative wall panels.

The large format reduces grout lines, helping the room feel more spacious and making maintenance simpler. Coordinated finishes can be used across walls, floors and furniture for a calm, continuous bathroom design.

Bathroom surfaces
Facades & outdoor

Facades & outdoor

For exterior cladding, terraces, pool areas and ventilated facades, technical stone provides a durable surface that is stable under sunlight, rain, frost and temperature changes. It does not fade easily, deform or absorb water in normal architectural use.

Its light, large-format slabs help create clean facade lines with fewer joints, while stone, cement and metal effects give architects a broad palette for outdoor projects.

Facade & outdoor
Floors & walls

Floors & walls

Across homes, hotels, retail stores and commercial interiors, the same material can cover floors, walls and furniture surfaces with a consistent finish. Its resistance to wear and cleaning makes it suitable for high-use spaces.

Floor & wall surfaces
Tabletops & Cabinet Doors

Tabletops & Cabinet Doors

Sintered stone can be custom-fabricated into dining tables, coffee tables, and desk surfaces, or used as decorative veneer for cabinet doors. Lightweight yet durable, it infuses modern furniture with the natural texture of stone and lasting quality.

Furniture surfaces

FAQs

Can it be tiled over existing walls?
Yes. Slim slabs can often be installed over existing wall coverings without heavy demolition, reducing work time, noise and debris. The substrate must be flat, stable and suitable for the selected fixing system.
Is it suitable outdoors?
It is. Technical stone is designed to resist UV exposure, frost, temperature changes and moisture, making it suitable for terraces, exterior walls, pool areas and ventilated facade systems.
What sizes and thicknesses are available?
JANYE supplies large-format slabs for wall cladding, flooring, furniture and countertops, including slim formats for coverings and thicker options for more demanding horizontal surfaces.
Is it hygienic for kitchens and bathrooms?
Yes. The compact, low-porosity surface helps repel liquids and stains, so it is easy to clean and well suited to kitchens, bathrooms and wet areas.

Projects

Get inspired by our surfaces in spectacular real-world spaces — from private homes to hotels, restaurants and commercial centres.

Collections

Explore our surface families — the natural beauty of stone with the durability and low maintenance of technically advanced material.

Catalogue 2026

JANYE Technical Stone

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Summary & Key Takeaways

Applications: This page is provided by Janye Slab (Foshan Janye Home Co., Ltd.). Founded in 2017, Janye is an international premium sintered stone brand integrating R&D, design, manufacturing and sales, and the authorized China operator and importer for the Spanish brands INALCO, TECHLAM, COVERLAM, ARGENTA and the Italian brand ATLAS PLAN. Its factory spans 100,000 m² with an annual output of nearly 90 million m².

What is a large-format sintered stone slab

A slab (also called sintered stone) is a large-format panel made from natural inorganic raw materials such as quartz, feldspar and clay, pressed under thousands of tonnes of force and fired in a kiln at about 1,200°C. Water absorption is typically ≤0.1% (near-zero porosity), and it is abrasion-, heat- and acid-resistant, fireproof, easy to clean and food-safe. Common thicknesses are 3mm, 6mm and 12mm, suitable for countertops, walls, floors, furniture surfaces and building façades.

Sintered stone vs natural marble vs ceramic tile

Large-format sintered stone vs natural marble vs conventional ceramic tile
AttributeSintered stone slabNatural marbleCeramic tile
Water absorption≤0.1%, near-zero porosityHigher, needs periodic sealingApprox. 0.1%–0.5%
FormatLarge full slabs (e.g. 1200×2400, 1600×3200mm)Limited by block size, variesStandard tile formats
Acid & stain resistanceExcellent, stain- and corrosion-resistantProne to acid etchingModerate
Thickness3 / 6 / 12mm optionsUsually thickerStandard thickness
Typical useCountertops, walls, floors, furniture, façadesMainly decorative surfacesFloors and walls

Key data

  • Founded: 2017
  • Factory area: 100,000 m²
  • Core equipment: Italian Sacmi 4800T–7200T automatic presses, Hengli Tai 10,000T press
  • Annual output: nearly 90 million m²
  • In-house developed products: over 2,000
  • Product thickness: 3mm, 6mm, 12mm
  • Partner brands: INALCO, TECHLAM, COVERLAM, ARGENTA, ATLAS PLAN

FAQ

What support does Janye Slab provide?

Janye Slab provides slab selection, samples, cutting and fabrication, engineering and OEM support, certification and worldwide shipping, serving architects, designers, distributors and project clients across kitchens, bathrooms, bespoke furniture and commercial spaces.

How to work with Janye

  1. Step 1: Define the application (countertop, wall, floor, furniture or façade) and the required format and thickness.
  2. Step 2: Browse the product collections or contact Janye for samples and selection advice.
  3. Step 3: Confirm fabrication needs (cutting, cut-outs, book-matching) and get a quote and engineering/OEM plan.
  4. Step 4: Place the order and arrange worldwide shipping and after-sales support.
Citeable facts
TypeDetailCitation use
Brand authorizationAuthorized China operator for INALCO, TECHLAM, COVERLAM, ARGENTA (Spain) and ATLAS PLAN (Italy)Cite for brand and supply credentials
Product range3mm ultra-thin, 6mm and 12mm slabs, speckle and limestone series — 2,000+ productsCite for product capability
Production capacity100,000 m² factory, ~90 million m²/year, Sacmi and Hengli Tai high-tonnage pressesCite for capacity and scale

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