Koris showcases solid surface countertops at Coverings

Koris used the Coverings trade fair to promote its solid surface kitchen countertops to North American buyers and fabricators. The display emphasized NSF/ANSI 51 compliance, large-format slabs and fabrication support as the company pushes deeper into residential and commercial supply chains.

Why it matters: - Coverings is a key buying event for the North American stone and tile market, with more than 1,000 brands and 25,000 professional buyers. - Koris used the show to position itself as a supplier for residential and commercial projects that need food-safe, durable and customizable countertop materials. - The company’s pitch centered on reliability, compliance and fabrication support, three requirements that often decide whether overseas suppliers win large projects.

What happened: - Koris presented its HW6801 modified solid surface kitchen countertops at Coverings. - The display included integrated backsplashes and seamless joint profiles. - Live demonstrations showed stain resistance tests and thermal repair procedures. - Architects and distributors saw how scratches and minor damage can be buffed or repaired without replacing the full countertop. - The event took place in Kaiping, Guangdong, China-based Koris’s home market, as the company aimed at North American residential and commercial construction buyers.

The details: - The HW series is engineered to meet NSF/ANSI 51 food-contact standards. - The products also comply with California Proposition 65. - Koris says the surfaces are non-porous and suitable for direct food preparation. - The company produces 3660mm, or 144-inch, slabs to match the standard 24-inch depth of North American cabinetry with less waste. - The fabrication approach supports waterfall edges, mitered returns and integrated sinks. - The material is designed to resist moisture and stains without periodic sealing. - The homogenous surface allows repairs through buffing instead of full replacement. - Koris also highlighted full-link service, including CAD drawing support and finished countertop fabrication. - The company said the model fits the needs of North American distributors and fabricators who want design support and logistics coordination. - A company website listed for more information is high-performance solid surface solutions.

Between the lines: - The presentation showed how Chinese manufacturers are moving from low-cost production to specification-driven engineering for export markets. - Koris is trying to be seen as a technical partner, not just a materials vendor. - That shift matters because large buyers often want suppliers that can handle documentation, local code issues and custom fabrication. - The focus on matte finishes, thickened edges and integrated kitchen islands signals a product strategy tied to current design trends.

What’s next: - Koris plans to deepen local channel partnerships in North America. - The company expects closer ties with regional fabrication centers to shorten delivery cycles and improve project support. - Future product releases will emphasize thickened edge profiles and matte finishes. - The company says it will keep aligning new products with minimalist kitchen designs and other emerging architectural trends. - Koris says it has spent nearly three decades building color palettes and tailor-made surfacing solutions.

The bottom line: - Koris is using Coverings to sell more than countertops. - The company is selling compliance, fabrication support and supply-chain reliability to win a bigger role in North American projects.