Naturally Caesarstone

1 T 877 9 QUARTZ (978-2789)F 818 779 Copyright Caesarstone 2011. Caesarstone is a registered First. Naturally C aesarstoneCarbone 7150 Caesarstone is proud to offer four new recycled colors that are as Naturally stunning as they are sustainable. The long-standing company culture of responsible manufacturing has inspired innovative approaches to transform remnants and recycled materials into surfaces for homes and commercial d cor. Caesarstone is dedicated to the mission of keeping the Earth as beautiful as the products they From recycling 97% of the water used in manufacturing, to collecting dust from shipping, handling, production and processing, Caesarstone is committed to protecting the environment. Specifying Caesarstone in green building projects also contributes to LEED Safe Caesarstone strives to ensure a healthy workplace and was the first quartz surfacing company to receive ISO14001 Environmental Management Systems certification.

2 Caesarstone surfaces are sanitary in accordance with international NSF standards and are qualified for installation in hospitals, restaurants, hotels and more. Caesarstone is certified for sustainable product manufacturing practices and corporate social responsibility. Several Caesarstone colors are Scientific Certification Systems (SCS) certified for recycled content. Covered For Life Caesarstone offers a Residential Lifetime* Warranty and a Limited Commercial 10-Year Warranty for exceptional value and peace of mind. Find Out More For further information about Caesarstone s quartz surfaces, to order samples and locate authorized dealers near you, please visit our web site at 7150 Carbone 7150 Starry Night Spring Blossom Marrone Carbone 7080720072507150 Marrone 7250 Post-consumer Material contains recycled mirrors and glass. Pre-consumer material contains recycled Caesarstone : Shade and aggregates of actual product may PracticesRecycled C ollection* Some restrictions apply.

3 Copies of our Residential Lifetime Warranty are available at authorized dealers or on our web view of Caesarstone factoryKibbutz Sdot Yam, IsraelCaesarstone is the first quartz surfacing company to receive ISO 14001 certification a global standard specifically for environmental protection. From investing in recycling technologies in our manufacturing plants to embracing environmentally sensitive suppliers, Caesarstone seeks to protect the planet and the well-being of our over 20 years of industry innovation, Caesarstone s rich history and Israeli kibbutz origins resonate to this day with a profound emphasis on sustainable and eco-friendly Does Caesarstone Protect the Environment? During the manufacturing process, industrial dust is vacuum-collected to prevent air pollution, reprocessed by a water filter/recycling system and reconstituted into an entirely inert solid. All residual waste material is then securely stored to prevent environmental leakage.

4 Regenerative thermal oxidizer installations are found throughout the manufacturing plant to improve the surrounding air vs. Green? The term green has many applicable definitions, resulting in significant confusion for the end user. Many companies make assertions and generalize their environmental policies. A product may be green, but if it is created in a factory that pollutes, it is not sustainable. Caesarstone is both green and sustainable, because the company voluntarily implemented an eco-management system into its manufacturing processes and is ISO 14001 is Caesarstone s Environmental Impact? Quartz is one of nature s most abundant minerals and is available in quantities far greater than any other stone. Caesarstone firmly believes that being a responsible environmental partner is paramount to providing a quality is Quartz Mined and Processed? Caesarstone has invented innovative ways to put mineral refuse to good use by harvesting from the most common source of quartz the by-products of other mining industries.

5 By collecting and using them, Caesarstone helps eliminate environmental waste. The collected material is crushed, washed and sifted prior to the manufacturing Long is the Supply Chain? Efficient distribution plays an important role in energy conservation and emission reduction. Caesarstone s supply chain originates at the manufacturing plant, stopping only for distributors and fabricators before being delivered to the end Caesarstone Promote Healthy Living? GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality and GREENGUARD Children & Schools Certification program identifies Caesarstone as a low volatile organic compound (VOC) product, complying with California s Department of Health Services Standard Practice (CA Section 01350) for chemical emissions from building products used in schools, offices and other sensitive does Caesarstone Support Food Safety? Nonporous by design, Caesarstone Naturally prevents the growth of surface mold and microbes without the need for harmful treatments or chemicals and meets NSF 51 international standards.

6 While simple cleaning with soap and water is sufficient, occasional treatment with Method Daily Polish Spray or Method Daily Stone Surface Wipes will keep the quartz surface looking its Harmful Adhesives and Sealers Used? Caesarstone uses industry-approved adhesives containing polyester and acrylic epoxies that produce either low or no VOC emissions, meeting all applicable LEED is Caesarstone s Lifecycle? Caesarstone will last a lifetime and is the only quartz surfacing company to offer a Residential Lifetime* Warranty and a Limited Commercial 10-Year Warranty.