An item of equipment includes at least one worktop formed of at least one substrate made of transparent monolithic glass material with a surface area of greater than 0.7 m.sup.2. The substrate exhibits a light transmission T.sub.L of greater than 10% and an opacity indicator of between 5 and 90. The substrate is predominantly or completely bare or provided with coating(s). The item of equipment also includes at least one light source to materialize one or more zones or one or more elements or displays of the substrate. The item of equipment also includes at least one interface for communication with at least one element of the worktop and/or with at least one external element for wireless communication. The item of equipment is being devoid of heating elements.

An appliance includes at least one worktop formed from at least one substrate made of a monolithic glazing material and of area larger than 0.7 m.sup.2. The substrate has a luminosity L* lower than 10, a haze lower than 30% and a light transmission T.sub.L lower than 10%. The appliance also includes at least one light source to materialize one or more zones or one or more elements or displays of the substrate, the at least one light source being located under the substrate and being hidden thereby when the at least one light source is turned off. The appliance also includes at least one interface for communicating with at least one element of the worktop and/or wirelessly with at least one external element. The appliance does not include any heating elements.

An appliance includes at least one worktop formed from at least one substrate made of a monolithic glazing material and of area larger than 0.7 m.sup.2. The substrate has a luminosity L* lower than 10, a haze lower than 30% and a light transmission T.sub.L lower than 10%. The appliance also includes at least one light source to materialize one or more zones or one or more elements or displays of the substrate, the at least one light source being located under the substrate and being hidden thereby when the at least one light source is turned off. The appliance also includes at least one interface for communicating with at least one element of the worktop and/or wirelessly with at least one external element. The appliance does not include any heating elements.

A system for providing functional and decorative elements for shielding, which is an easily stored and foldable large piece of protective coverage, preserving the integrity of at least the upper surface of a working space, likewise the system is crafted for counters, tables and the like by offering quasi-customized and faux/simulacros designs such as Carrera marble, silastone, colors, wood, patterned designs (such as wallpaper designs) and other ornamental and artistic or customized features. An application for smart devices facilitates rapid generation of finished pieces according to the present invention.

A system for providing functional and decorative elements for shielding, which is an easily stored and foldable large piece of protective coverage, preserving the integrity of at least the upper surface of a working space, likewise the system is crafted for counters, tables and the like by offering quasi-customized and faux/simulacros designs such as Carrera marble, silastone, colors, wood, patterned designs (such as wallpaper designs) and other ornamental and artistic or customized features. An application for smart devices facilitates rapid generation of finished pieces according to the present invention.

A wood substitute material is disclosed that is made from recycled polyethylene terephthalate (PET) which itself is covered or encased in a CELLWOOD or wood or plastic veneer. The wood substitute material is a durable, eco-friendly, and cost-effective alternative to wood. Additionally, the wood substitute material is distinguishable in that it has insulating properties. Constructed thermoplastic polymer layers may be combined to be used in various applications such as furniture, cabinetry, shelving, countertops, construction, sheathing, roofing, flooring, and as a substitute for wood in other wood-based products.

The present invention provides a wood substitute material made from recycled polyethylene terephthalate (PET) covered in a polywood-type veneer. The wood substitute material is a durable, eco-friendly, and cost-effective alternative to wood. Additionally, the wood substitute material is distinguishable in that it has insulating properties. Constructed thermoplastic polymer layers may be combined to be used in various applications such as furniture, cabinetry, shelving, countertops, construction, flooring, and as a substitute for wood in other wood-based products. Construction and creation of these materials provides a solution to the growing problem of deforestation and the increasing numbers of plastic products filling the world's landfills.

The present invention provides a wood substitute material made from recycled polyethylene terephthalate (PET) covered in a polywood-type veneer. The wood substitute material is a durable, eco-friendly, and cost-effective alternative to wood. Additionally, the wood substitute material is distinguishable in that it has insulating properties. Constructed thermoplastic polymer layers may be combined to be used in various applications such as furniture, cabinetry, shelving, countertops, construction, flooring, and as a substitute for wood in other wood-based products. Construction and creation of these materials provides a solution to the growing problem of deforestation and the increasing numbers of plastic products filling the world's landfills.

The present invention provides a countertop (10) comprising a backer sheet (16) of a relatively lightweight, rigid material; an outer layer (14) of agglomerated stone disposed on a top surface (16a) of the backer sheet (16) to create a central portion (14a) of the countertop; and an outer layer (14) of agglomerated stone disposed on a side surface (16c, 16d) of the backer sheet (16) to create an edge portion (14b, 14c) of the countertop (10); wherein the central portion (14a) and edge portion(s)(14b, 14c) form a one piece agglomerated stone layer (14). The present invention also provides a moulding process to manufacture the agglomerated stone countertop (10).

The present invention provides a countertop (10) comprising a backer sheet (16) of a relatively lightweight, rigid material; an outer layer (14) of agglomerated stone disposed on a top surface (16a) of the backer sheet (16) to create a central portion (14a) of the countertop; and an outer layer (14) of agglomerated stone disposed on a side surface (16c, 16d) of the backer sheet (16) to create an edge portion (14b, 14c) of the countertop (10); wherein the central portion (14a) and edge portion(s)(14b, 14c) form a one piece agglomerated stone layer (14). The present invention also provides a moulding process to manufacture the agglomerated stone countertop (10).