Environmental Sustainability: Staron® Solid Surfaces by Samsung: Environmental Information

Environmental Information

Samsung has focused on the importance of environmental awareness by contributing to sustainable design through Staron®. Staron® is environmentally sound as it can be reused, meaning the product can be taken from one application and recreated into a new project. This extends the lifespan of Staron® creating less need for waste. The renewable and repairable nature of Staron® also means that it will last longer and reduces the need of replacement. Staron® is non-toxic creating an environment that is healthy for people, animals and the environment. These attributes have been recognised by Eco Specifier, awarding Staron® with an approved listing. Staron® Solid Surfaces also contribute to sustainable design through the Encore Collection and GREENGUARD certification.


Staron® Surfaces, a division of worldwide technology leader Samsung, was recently honoured with the SCS Material Content Certification for 17 of its colours. The certification, issued by Scientific Certification Systems, a leader in certifying independent environmental claims, recognises Staron® for the use of pre-consumer recycled materials in several of its surfacing options. The certification was awarded on the following Staron® solid surface colours:

Pebble Frost PF 812	Aspen Snow AS610	Sanded Cream SM 421	Talus Oyster TO 310	Pebble Saratoga PS 820


Pebble Gold PG 840	Aspen Pepper AP 640	Sanded Gold Dust SG 441	Pebble Seastar PS843	Aspen Brown AG 632


Sanded Mocha SM 453	Aspen Mine AM 633	Pebble Blue PB 870	Sanded Grey SG 420	Pebble Grey PG 810


Sanded Noir SN485	Pebble Sienna PS 852	Sanded Onyx SO 423

The SCS Material Content Certification verifies that Samsung is working responsibly to minimise environmental impact during the manufacturing process. Using recycled content helps conserve energy and resources, alleviates pressure on landfill space and reduces the need for transportation during certain phases of a product’s life cycle. Staron® Solid Surfaces have already earned two GREENGUARD certifications as low-emitting interior building products, which further demonstrates Samsung’s focus on improving the well-being of our environment. About SCS  SCS is a global leader in independent certification of environmental, sustainability, food quality and food purity claims. For more than two decades, SCS has developed internationally recognized standards and certification programs aimed at spurring the highest level of environmental improvements, social accountability and product performance. SCS programs span a wide cross‐section of the economy, recognising accomplishments in agricultural production, food processing and handling, forestry, fisheries, flowers and plants, energy, green building, consumer and business product manufacturing, and corporate social responsibility.  For more information or a list of certified products, please visit www.SCScertified.com.

			Staron® Sheets GREENGUARD Staron® Sheets GREENGUARD Children & Schools Staron® Sinks & Bowls GREENGUARD Staron® Sinks & Bowls GREENGUARD Children & Schools Staron® Sheets Tempest GREENGUARD Staron® Sheets Tempest GREENGUARD Children & Schools
Samsung, a world-class leader in technology and manufacturer of Staron® Solid Surface and Tempest, has been granted GREENGUARD certification by the GREENGUARD Environmental Institute for its Staron® Solid Surface material, including the new Staron® Tempest line, as well as its all-acrylic sinks and bowls. Each of the product lines has passed the requirements of two GREENGUARD certification programs. GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality Certified® product certification is granted for low-emitting interior building materials, furnishings and finish systems. The more stringent GREENGUARD for Children & Schools certification is granted for low-emitting interior building materials, furnishings and finish systems used in educational (daycare and K-12) environments. The GREENGUARD certification provides architects and designers an alternative to less healthful finish materials; particularly where casework and worktop materials are concerned. A healthcare facility, for example, could include Staron® countertops paired with our solid surface bowls, and the combination of products will contribute toward lowering the potential for unhealthful air quality in a public space. The successful two-month certification process included a 168-hour period during which the Staron® products were tested for potential off-gassing of volatile organic compounds (VOCs), such as formaldehyde. The positive results streamline the process for attaining points toward LEED® for Commercial Interiors certification in its Environmental Quality (EQ) 4.5 section. Any architect, builder or developer who includes GREENGUARD-certified Staron products in commercial, institutional or multi-family housing projects will no longer have to wait for the otherwise lengthy LEED certification process for its "Low-Emitting Materials, Systems Furniture and Seating" category. Additionally, the newly certified Staron products point to a solid surface company that is committed to providing finish products that are part of the solution to improved indoor air quality and products that are environmentally favourable.
About GREENGUARD Environmental Institute
The GREENGUARD Environmental Institute (GEI) is an industry-independent, non-profit organisation that oversees the GREENGUARD Certification Program. As an ANSI Authorized Standards Developer, GEI establishes acceptable indoor air standards for indoor products, environments, and buildings. GEI’s mission is to improve public health and quality of life through programs that improve indoor air. A GEI Advisory Board consisting of independent volunteers, who are renowned experts in the areas of indoor air quality, public and environmental health, building design and construction, and public policy, provides guidance and leadership to GEI.
About the GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality Certification Program for Low-Emitting Products
The GREENGUARD Certification ProgramSM is an industry-independent, third-party testing program for low-emitting products and materials. The first GREENGUARD Certification was awarded in the fall of 2002. In 2005, GEI announced the GREENGUARD Children & Schools standard, which evaluates the sensitive nature of school populations combined with the unique building characteristics found in schools, and presents the most rigorous product emissions criteria to date. To date, more than 100 manufacturers across various industries offer GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality Certified® Products.

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