FIELD: chemistry.
SUBSTANCE: invention relates to artificial marble and a method of making said marble. Artificial marble contains a matrix, consisting of acrylic or unsaturated polyester resin, inorganic filler and transparent crushed marble, the surface of which is treated with colouring material. Artificial marble is made by adding transparent crushed marble, the surface of which is treated with colouring material, to a composition. This composition contains acrylic or unsaturated polyester resin and inorganic filler. The obtained composition is solidified and polished to expose the transparent part of the crushed artificial marble on the surface of the solidified composition.
EFFECT: obtained marble provides for a sparkling image, which resembles marble decorated with gem stones.
10 cl, 2 ex, 1 dwg
