Artificial Onyx (Backlight)

Transparent Gemstone, also known as clear gemstone, is a stone that can transmit light. Gemstone transparency leads to the use of transparent gemstones with a suitable backlit to create attractive and wonderful interior design. Onyx semi-precious stone is most popular transparent gemstone. this article is about features of onyx and comparison with similar materials.

Onyx is a type of marble formed of the metamorphism of sedimentary carbonate rocks. Marble comes through Latin, from the Greek Marmoros, meaning bright. These stones have high capability of polishing that can be shine like a mirror. The main feature of marble stones is beautiful color and high capability of polishing. Marble is very popular in interior design and these types of stones are used especially in stairs, interior façade , columns and floors. Marble is also used as a raw material in the decoration of large buildings and statues. The price of gemstones has increased in recent years due to the increase in demand.

All of us know marble and see it all around us everywhere, but what makes onyx different and special is its transparency and the capability of light transmitting. Onyx semi-precious stone has the capability of multiple color light transmitting, so that this stone absorbs the colors of light when it transmits light and shines beautifully. There is nothing like onyx that makes the Interior design unique.

Unique Illumination, Using Onyx Stone Slab

Interior design design affects the people's moods and psychological state. Lighting or illumination plays major role in boosting the mood and creating a wonderful indoor space. If the Light sources placed appropriately in Interior design, they become work of art such as painting or sculpture. lighting can be as unique element in Interior design such as chandeliers or a decorative wall hanging

There are three basic types of lighting: General Lighting, Task Lighting, Accent Lighting.

• General lighting or ambient lighting is illuminating of entire space of Interior design that radiate a comfortable level of brightness. For this reason, general lighting used for walls and ceilings to see all objects.

• Task lighting illuminates a small area that needs increased light for specific task such as a living room.

• Accent lighting is used in Interior design to provide focused light to emphasize objects. It can be found inside and outside the home. Professional Interior designers try to add accent lighting as an element in their designs to influence the viewers.

Onyx stones can be used in all three types of lighting. These transparent stones in addition to transmitting light, scatter light very well and improve the general lighting of the Interior design. In addition, the designs and colors of these stones can be used to create artistic effects in the focal points of Interior design. The living environment can be transformed into a calm and luxurious one by using onyx stones.

The choice of lighting depends on the condition of the site to be used, but usually the objective is to illuminate the onyx equally. To solve this problem, a light diffuser such as paper or plexiglass can be used between the lamp and the panel. SMD LED lights (Surface-Mount-Device) can be used to solve this problem, which is affordable and durable. Lighting is a specialized scientific and because of its details, it doesn’t like DIY things. If you need a custom frame of onyx slab, lighting designer must design it.

Where are the most common places to use transparent stone?

The task of stone slabs is decoration of floors, walls and interior design. Gemstones such as marble or onyx are the most suitable choice for creating luxurious designs. Onyx can add beautiful visual effects to interior design.

The stone decoration is in harmony with the interior design of luxury houses and apartments. Panels made of high-quality materials which have been used in floor, walls or a fireplace are unique work of art designed by nature. The creativity in interior design of hotels and residential complex is infinity and the use of stone elements in modern living rooms, bathrooms, and kitchens would be very extraordinary. The colorful textures of Onyx stone slabs create a legendary and unique visual effect when the light transmits through them. This increases the aesthetics of the home and adds attractiveness to the office or workplace.

Stone decoration is a suitable choice for commercial property. Today, many managers who their company's image is important to them, order semi-precious stones to decorate their workplace decoration. A special stone slab in the lobby, reception, meeting room or manager's office affect the recipient's vision. Gemstones reflect company's professionalism and incept a sense of authenticity and dignity in the customers.

Onyx is transparent and creates effects on its own that is unique. But using lighting is a good step to make progress. If onyx is used with backlit, it will illuminate the dark room brightly. Onyx allows light to transmit through it, and when light transmits through the onyx slab, the entire slab appears glowing.

Uses of Backlit Onyx 

• Interior & Exterior Wallcoverings
• Reception Desks 
• Floor Lighting
• Dropped ceiling 
• Onyx Desks
• Onyx Walls
• Fireplace
• TV Wall
• Ceiling Lights Onyx
• Backlit Walls 

A Gorgeous View by Onyx Color

Golden and even similar colors make interior design more attractive. Golden adds vitality and vivacity to interior design, so golden is not neglectable. It does not matter the main color of the interior design is light or dark or the color of the walls is white or black. When interior design needs excitement and freshness, it is recommended to use yellow. Yellow is associated with the sun and is also called the color of happiness. Yellow makes the interior energetic, attractive and light.

The main advantage of yellow is that it can be used in all styles of interior design such as minimalist, contemporary, Traditional, Transitional, and even classic. Yellow is the best substitute for white color. Yellow color can be coordinated with many colors or it can be used separately and only in large-sized furniture such as sofas. Yellow harmonizes with almost all styles and colors. Except white and gold, yellow can be coordinated with such as black, gray, blue, green and even red, which are excellent and elegant colors.

Is Onyx Perfect?

Despite all of onyx's unique features, it cannot be claimed that this exceptional gemstone is perfect. This feature of onyx makes the price of this stone very high and also difficult to use on a large scale.

Onyx stone has amazing appearance due to its special colors and rotating patterns, but it scratches easily and looks old.

Onyx stone slabs are relatively heavy and are difficult to cut. Onyx stones have more flexibility than common stones in interior designs, but even this high flexibility will not be enough sometimes for interior designs.

Onyx stone is transparent and can transmit light. Backlit is used to take advantage of this unique feature, but many onyxes have a permanent internal structure (unchangeable) and as a result the lighting design process is often very difficult. On the other hand, the light source (lamps) may be damaged over time, it is almost impossible to repair or replace.

The ease of cleaning and keeping it clean are other important points in interior design. Onyx, like other gemstones, is not resistant to detergents, and the stone will be damaged if used. In addition, stains that form on stones caused by liquid spillage are a permanent problem in the use of stone in interior design.

Even by focusing on the flaws of onyx, it is not possible to ignore the aesthetics of onyx and its difference with other stones. Therefore, we must find an alternative so that in addition to having the properties of gemstones, it also solves its problems and defects and can be used in a wide range.

Artificial Onyx Marble Sheet

Topco Industrial Group is enabled to produce special products on a large scale for Iranian customers and export by utilizing the scientific and technological potential of Iranian indigenous experts and utilizing the latest industrial equipment in the world. Artificial onyx marble sheet is a wonderful and distinctive collection of transparent slabs for residential and commercial interior designs. Topco’s artificial onyx marble sheets are produced by UPVC technology in textures of onyx and marble. By lighting, all products of this transparent collection will be more aesthetic and attractive. Topco’s artificial onyx marble sheets are flexible, lightweight and can be installed easily.

Topco’s artificial onyx marble sheets can create a unique element in any style of interior design (modern or traditional). Transparent slabs can be used vertically as a wallcovering or used horizontally for reception desks. There are many choices for backlit. Topco’s artificial onyx marble sheets are similar to natural onyx.

Topco’s artificial onyx marble sheets are lightweight and easy to install. These two points provide many advantages for interior design. Artificial onyx is a beautiful and elegant material for designing restaurants, hotels, and residential complexes. Also, it is a good material to design counter, reception desk, or wallcovering, whether with lighting or without. Onyx desks are very rare. These desks have a unique look but it is necessary to know where and how to use onyx as a building material. Topsheet PVC slabs (marble sheet) are best choice for wallcoverings due to their chemical resistance and ease of clean.

Why Topco’s Artificial Onyx?

Topco’s artificial onyx is an affordable alternative to natural onyx stone by using the latest technologies. Topco’s Artificial Onyx slabs are priced 10 to 15 percent of the total price of the natural onyx slabs. In addition, there are more features which one of them will be a good reason to choose it. These features will be explained in the following.

• Unique Aesthetic
  
  

A large-integrated space can be created with natural and warm pattern by connecting several slabs. The connection joints between slabs are invisible to the naked eye.

• Waterproof

Topco’s artificial onyx marble sheets with its smooth and polished surface are water resistant, anti-bacterial, and do not require filling the voids.

• Easy Installation
  
  

The large size and light weight of Toposheet’s slabs make installation process faster and easier. Also, Topsheet is installed using special adhesive glue without using traditional building materials.

• Impact & Scratch Resistance

• High Transparency & Light Transmission

• High Durability

• Thermal Insulation

• Eco-friendly

Topco’s artificial onyx can be used in various lighting projects and environments. Artificial onyx slabs using SMD LEDs (Surface Mounting Device) create a special and modern design in any environment. Backlit stone interior design which designed by the design team of Topco Industrial Group will dazzle everyone.