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A message from our Corporate Plus Partner, WK Stone.

As Australia takes a decisive stand against silicosis with a landmark ban on engineered stone products, WK Stone proudly introduces Quantum Zero – a groundbreaking collection of crystalline silica-free, recycled surfaces.

Fusing a warm palette of neutrals and mesmerising veined designs, these pioneering recycled surfaces encapsulates the beauty of natural stone and the architectural quality of an engineered surface. The new range doesn’t just redefine the world of surfaces – it sets a new global benchmark for sustainable design.

The launch of this cutting-edge product, which replaces WK Stone’s Quantum Quartz collection, comes as a direct response to the Australian government’s world-leading ban on engineered stone products containing more than 1% crystalline silica. Introduced in July 2024, this decisive measure aims to prevent silicosis, a debilitating lung disease caused by inhaling silica dust, a significant risk for stonemasons and workers in the construction industry.

For some manufacturers, the ban brought a sense of finality, forcing them to discontinue some of their product ranges. For WK Stone, this landmark decision marked a consequential step in the company’s design evolution, offering a chance to lead the industry forward through groundbreaking material innovation.

“Our team has been working behind the scenes and visiting international markets to develop this innovative new product,” states WK Stone’s Head of Marketing, Julie-Ann North. “In transitioning from Quantum Quartz to our crystalline silica-free Quantum Zero, we have created a material that is safe for stonemasons and just as easy to cut and install.”

WK Stone’s outstanding commitment to worker health and safety sets a new industry benchmark. However, the pioneering innovation of Quantum Zero extends beyond its crystalline silica-free composition. WK Stone has achieved a safe, compliant material that doesn’t compromise the aesthetics or performance demanded by architects and designers. By replacing quartz with recycled glass, WK Stone has been able to maintain the look and feel, the durability and the performance industry professionals have grown to appreciate about the now-discontinued Quantum Quartz collection.

Spanning almost 40 exquisite and carefully curated patterns, the Quantum Zero recycled surfaces collection boasts four unique ranges: Ultra Natural, Designer, Deluxe and Standard.

With a broad spectrum of nuanced variations spanning the enduring grace of marble hues and the striking charisma of the modern motifs – all available in a variety of finishes, including polished and matte – the collection is bound to augment any design scheme and style, empowering designers to create stunning interiors without compromising on safety or sustainability.

This groundbreaking product, which so aptly embodies WK Stone’s steadfast commitment to innovation, worker health, design excellence, and environmental stewardship, isn’t just a design tool – it’s a catalyst for a momentous shift galvanising the Australian design landscape. And in choosing Quantum Zero, design professionals aren’t simply selecting a stunning, high-performing surface – they’re casting an important vote for a safer, more sustainable future for all.