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Solid Surfaces For Retail

Hanex® UK specialises in providing solid surface solutions to elevate your retail space with style and durability. Our non-porous, scratch-resistant solid surfaces are perfect for creating stunning displays, counters, and shelving that stand up to daily wear in high-traffic environments. Available in a wide range of colours and finishes, these surfaces can be fully customised to match your brand’s identity, ensuring a seamless and unique look for your store. Every installation is carried out by a Hanex® UK approved fabricator, guaranteeing quality and precision.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How thick is Hanex Solid Surface?

Hanex Solid Surface sheets are typically manufactured in 12mm thickness as standard. This offers the ideal balance between strength, flexibility, and ease of fabrication—especially for seamless joins and thermoforming. Other thicknesses, such as 6mm are available for specialist applications or vertical surfaces, but 12mm is the most commonly specified for worktops, counters, and integrated installations.

Does Hanex need sealing?

No. Hanex is inherently non-porous, so it doesn’t require sealing or resealing—unlike granite or marble.

Does Hanex have antibacterial properties?

Hanex inhibits the growth of bacteria thanks to its non-porous, seamless finish. While it doesn’t contain active antimicrobial agents, it’s easy to clean and doesn’t harbour germs.

Can I cut directly on Hanex worktops?

It’s durable, but not scratch-proof. Always use a chopping board to protect the surface. If scratches occur, they can often be sanded out or refinished.

Can I place hot pans or appliances directly on Hanex?

No. Hanex is heat-resistant up to around 100 °C (212 °F), but direct contact with hot cookware or heat-generating appliances can cause discolouration or cracking. Always use a trivet or heat pad.

What should I avoid using on Hanex?

Avoid harsh chemicals such as oven cleaners, paint removers, drain cleaners, or acetone. If any of these come into contact with the surface, rinse immediately with water to prevent damage or discolouration.

Do solid surface countertops scratch easily?

While solid surface countertops are durable and long-lasting, it is possible to scratch them if not cared for properly. Discover our guide with professional advice on how to care for your solid surface countertop here.

What cleaners are safe for solid surface countertops?

Non-abrasive, ammonia-based cleaners or regular household countertop cleaners are safe to use on your solid surface countertop. 

What is Hanex made of?

Hanex is an acrylic solid surface material composed of Aluminium TriHydroxide, Methyl Methacrylate, Acrylic Monomer Polymethyl and natural pigments for aesthetics and colour variations. Learn more about what Hanex is made of here.

Solid Surfaces for Retail

Choose from a range of stylish options with Hanex UK solid surfaces for retail. Our solid surfaces are perfect for creating seamless, eye-catching retail displays that enhance the presentation of your products. These surfaces are ideal for retail environments due to their non-porous, durable, and scratch-resistant properties, which make them easy to maintain and perfect for high-traffic areas.

Whether you’re looking to create engraved branding elements, sleek counters, or custom shelving, our Hanex UK solid surfaces offer versatility and elegance, designed to withstand the demands of retail spaces. To explore how our surfaces can elevate your store design, we recommend reaching out to us directly. You’ll be one step closer to achieving the beautiful, durable retail displays you’ve envisioned.

Why Choose Solid Surface Worktops?

Non-porous & Antibacterial

Hanex® is impervious to the growth of:

  • Bacteria
  • E.coli
  • Mould
  • Mildew

The non-porous characteristics of Hanex® massively reduce cleaning and maintenance costs for your surfaces. This is achieved by having such a high natural mineral content and by using smaller particle sizes within its composition than most other manufacturers.

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Chemical and Stain Resistant

Hanex® Solid Surface are highly resistant to:

  • Surface marking
  • Graffiti
  • Iodine
  • UV
  • Chemical damage

The durability of our surfaces means they are easily cleaned and an ideal choice for counter tops, display units and so much more to ensure a modern living  lifestyle!

Endless Design Possibilities

The properties of Hanex® Solid Surface means you have complete creativity over the appearance of your new space, including:

  • Seamless jointing
  • Machining
  • 2D & 3D Thermoforming
  • Backlighting
  • Engraving
  • Coloured inlays
  • Sublimation Printing
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Kinder to The Environment

During the production of Hanex® we use natural minerals in order to reduce our use of acrylic and be kinder to the environment. We use 100% recycled water, rather than a chemical process; which is used by other brands on the market, during the manufacturing process.

Use of recycled chips, enables us to conform to SCS stands and ensures minimal ‘B’ grade material. Recyclable – the ability to renew, reuse and repair also increases the product lifecycle.

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Health And Wellbeing

Hanex® is non-toxic, inert, free from Bisphenol, chemically unreactive and hypoallergenic, giving you a good reason to choose Hanex® in your new space.

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Fire Rating

All sheet sizes and all decors to conform to EN 13501-12007 and achieve a Euroclass B -s1, d0 rating as standard. Blending stylish designs with safe materials is something we are passionate about, so you can be sure that our products are safe for various applications.

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Related Articles and Guides

We know that creating the perfect space for your requirements comes with a lot of research, which is why we’ve written these helpful articles and guides!

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Start Your Solid Surface Retail Project

Discover the craftsmanship of Hanex Solid Surface by exploring our completed retail projects. Whether you’re designing or renovating a new space, our trusted installation team will guide you from concept to completion meeting your exact specifications.

You can buy solid surfaces from our extensive network of reliable solid surface installers. We work closely with our skilled solid surface fabricators to guarantee that all projects are delivered with excellence, using our high-quality solid surface materials. 

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