DuroCast®: a Sustainable Material That Meets the Highest Design Standards

Sustainable production, extreme durability, high-quality design – our DuroCast® mineral composite material encompasses all of these qualities. This non-slip material is perfect for use in the bathroom, also because it is extremely easy to clean. Four different versions make it possible for DuroCast® to meet a wide range of requirements. DuroCast® also meets a wide range of aesthetic requirements through the use of a colored gel-coat finish or, in the case of DuroCast® Plus, even the carrier material is the same, solid color.

DuroCast® Plus is produced using a single material. This gives the completely white ceramic material an extremely uniform look. If the durable material does end up showing any signs of use, they are extremely easy to remove without leaving any trace behind. The matte, velvety soft finish is pleasantly warm and gentle to the touch.

The unique feeling and uniform appearance of DuroCast® Plus finishes make them ideal for bathtubs. The tubs in the Cape Cod and Luv series, as well as the freestanding bathtubs and back-to-wall versions in the Aurena and Qatego series, are all made of DuroCast® Plus – guaranteeing an extremely comfortable and relaxing bath.

With its outer gel coat, DuroCast® Smooth has a durable, easy-to-clean, and UV-resistant finish that makes a big impression with its outstanding material properties in addition to the wide range of finish options. The gel coat makes it possible to create a variety of color patterns and unusual textures – with a choice of glossy or matte finish.

The versatility of DuroCast® Smooth is especially evident in the colored toilets found in the Millio series. Using this material allows you to design your entire bathroom in a single color. This lightweight material is especially useful for items like the built-in bathtub in the Aurena series.

DuroCast® UltraResist gets its flawless finish from our double varnishing process. This also gives the material a number of very advantageous properties for use in the bathroom: Thanks to its non-porous surface, DuroCast® UltraResist is easy to clean and extremely resistant to scratches. It even prevents dirt from building up in the first place. The extremely durable material even exceeds the requirements for material impact strength.

With the unique durability of DuroCast® UltraResist, the sinks in the Sivida and Vitrium series are sure to impress. In the Bento Starck Box series, the double sink is also made from this material, as are the freestanding bathtubs in the D-Neo series. The shower tray from the Stonetto series is especially noteworthy – not only because of its stone look, but also because it is extremely durable since it is made from DuroCast® UltraResist.

DuroCast® Nature is even more sustainable than the other materials. That's because this material is completely recyclable. It's also extremely lightweight, but doesn't sacrifice on durability – the easy-to-clean gel coat guarantees this. Not only is it pleasant to the touch, but the non-porous surface also creates an elegant finish that opens up a wide range of bathroom design possibilities thanks to the modern colors available.

The material properties of DuroCast® Nature also make it extremely easy to install: Shower trays, for example, can be adjusted during installation on-site without any extra effort, and they can be shortened side-to-side by up to about 4 inches (100 mm). They also don't weigh much, which makes them easier to handle and reduces transport-related CO₂ emissions.

The shower tray from the Sustano series is completely recyclable thanks to DuroCast® Nature. In addition, because the material can be cut to size, it can be supplied in a wide range of dimensions and adjusted to your individual needs.

DuroCast® saves CO₂ in comparison to conventional ceramics. The reason for this is the lower drying temperature, which differs from energy-intensive ceramic production.

With DuroCast®, the raw materials used are mixed automatically and then prepared for casting. This creates a homogeneous casting compound that is then poured into the respective molds. In the case of DuroCast® Plus, UltraResist, and Smooth, the material primarily consists of natural minerals with resin used as a binding agent. DuroCast® Nature, on the other hand, consists of polyurethane mixed with marble powder.

The casting process is followed by two drying stages: The liquid casting compound is cured in the first step, hardening in the mold in a heat chamber. In the second step, the product is removed from the mold and tempered to reduce stress on a separate rotating bearing in a furnace at temperatures of up to 176°F (80°C). The final curing of the material takes place during this phase. Once they've cooled, the products are sent to the polishing booth for the finishing touches.