Sintered stone is engineered under extreme heat and pressure to be non-porous and UV-stable, making it the definitive material for outdoor hospitality furniture that demands both refinement and resilience.
- Non-porous and UV-stable — resists fading, staining, and thermal shock
- Available in marble-like patterns including Travertine, Calacatta, and Arabescato
- Custom CNC-cut mitered edges replicate the look of solid marble
- Meets LEED standards through recycled raw materials and water-based production
When it comes to creating marble-inspired outdoor furniture that stands up to sun, rain, and heavy use, sintered stone outperforms traditional natural marbles and granites. At Aprils Form, our sintered stone surfaces combine the elegance of marble with industrial-grade durability, making them the material of choice for hospitality projects, from poolside tables and terrace consoles to expansive alfresco dining installations.
Weather-Resistant Performance
Sintered stone is engineered under extreme heat and pressure to be non-porous and UV-stable. It resists fading, staining, and thermal shock, even in harsh environments like beachfront resorts or rooftop lounges, conditions that would compromise natural marble within a single season.
Low-Maintenance Durability
Unlike natural marble, sintered stone won't etch, crack, or absorb moisture. Routine cleaning with mild soap and water keeps surfaces looking pristine, essential for busy hospitality venues where maintenance windows are narrow and surfaces face continuous, demanding use.
The Aesthetics of Marble, Without Its Vulnerabilities
Available in an extensive palette of marble-like patterns — Travertine, Calacatta, Arabescato, and fantasy veined designs, sintered stone lets you achieve the refined look of natural stone without the outdoor compromises.
Sintered stone slabs are engineered with the marble-patterned finish bonded to a single face. To preserve the visual continuity of the marble print, we fabricate combined mitered edges delivering profiles that look and feel like solid marble without exposing the unprinted core.
Through precision CNC cutting and expert lamination, the result is an edge profile indistinguishable from solid stone, adaptable to any custom dimension a project demands.
Design Versatility for Architects and Interior Designers
Large-format panels up to 3m × 1m allow for minimal grout lines ideal for expansive terrace tables or angular console designs where visual continuity matters. Sintered stone also coordinates seamlessly across pool bar counters, outdoor lounge tables, and indoor reception desks, creating a cohesive material language across an entire property.
Manufactured with recycled raw materials and water-based presses, sintered stone meets LEED standards, an increasingly critical consideration for hospitality developments with sustainability commitments.
In Practice: A Weather-Proof Wood-Look and Travertine Solution
Many designers crave the warmth and grain of natural materials for outdoor furnishings but real wood warps and fades, and natural travertine can stain or crack under the elements. Aprils Form offers Palisander Light sintered stone alongside blended Travertine finishes (Navona Travertine, Silver Travertine) to achieve both aesthetic authenticity and lasting performance.
The approach is straightforward: share your sketch or CAD design with dimensions. We assess whether to fabricate in Palisander Light for a true wood-grain appearance, or in a Travertine-inspired finish for natural stone appeal, sometimes combining both for a mixed-material effect. The result is a bespoke piece that perfectly mimics premium wood or travertine, complete with seamless CNC-cut edges and one-piece overhangs, with zero risk of water damage, staining, or UV fading.
Partner With Aprils Form
With over 100 stone options and worldwide delivery, Aprils Form is your trusted partner for weather-proof outdoor marble furniture. Whether you're specifying a wood-textured terrace console or a travertine-patterned poolside table, our sintered stone portfolio ensures your hospitality project stands up to both design aspirations and the great outdoors.
Ready to elevate your next project? Contact our team at hello@aprilsform.com