
Furnishing Surfaces is the professional portal entirely dedicated to the world of furniture surfaces, a point of reference for architects, interior designers, furniture makers, designers and companies who want to stay up-to-date on the latest materials, coatings and furniture trends.
Created as an editorial spin-off of Furnishing Idea, an established platform for many years in the furniture industry components sector, the portal aims to be a vertical, specialized and up-to-date digital tool capable of combining technical and inspirational content in a single experience.
A complete ecosystem dedicated to surfaces
Furnishing Surfaces was created to support all professionals working in the furniture industry by offering an editorial and informational space focused on:
- Products and collections from top surfacing manufacturers
- Up-to-date company fact sheets
- Downloadable PDF catalogs
- News and insights on trends, technologies and applications
- Material focus and case studies
Each content is designed to offer concrete insights, support the choice of materials at the design stage, and facilitate the search for the most suitable solutions for kitchens, furniture, walls, horizontal and vertical surfaces.
A comprehensive overview of materials and coatings for the furniture world
Furnishing Surfaces organizes portal content into six thematic macro-categories, representing the main materials used in modern furniture design and production. Each category brings together products, company fact sheets, technical insights, and trends related to the evolution of materials in furniture and interior design.
▸ Natural Stone Surfaces
This section is dedicated to natural stone materials such as marble, granite, quartzite and travertine. Used for kitchen tops, countertops, vertical cladding and fine details, they offer unique aesthetics and high performance. The portal features new products from the best companies in the industry, with solutions for residential and contract environments.
▸ Melamine Surfaces
Melamine surfaces are one of the most popular solutions for modern furniture, thanks to their excellent value for money, ease of processing and variety of available finishes. This section collects decorative melamine panels for furniture, walls, doors and backs, enhancing the most current color and material trends.
▸ Laminate Surfaces
In this category we find HPL and CPL plastic laminates, known for their strength, hygiene and versatility. Used in residential and commercial settings, they are ideal for horizontal and vertical surfaces, bathroom furniture, kitchens and technical furniture. The portal presents up-to-date collections, applications and technical characteristics of the best-performing laminates on the market.

▸ Wood Surfaces
A section dedicated to the warmth and elegance of wood surfaces: veneered panels, solid wood, veneers and real wood solutions that maintain the natural identity of the material. Ideal for prestigious environments and custom projects, wood surfaces meet the aesthetic needs of architects and advanced woodworkers.
▸ Technological materials
This category brings together innovative and high-performance surfaces, such as FENIX®, solid surface materials, laminated panels, technical glass and ultra-compact ceramics. Designed to meet the needs of contemporary design and advanced functionality, they are ideal for high-end projects, professional kitchens and custom furniture.
▸ Chipboards
Chipboard provides the structural basis for a great deal of furniture. Offered in different densities and finishes, coated or unfinished, these materials are essential in industrial and artisan production. This section analyzes the types, surface treatments and ideal applications, providing an up-to-date overview of one of the most widely used materials in the furniture industry.
Our Mission
Our goal is to become the authoritative voice in the surfaces industry: a transparent, professional and accessible information channel that brings manufacturers, designers and operators into dialogue. With an experienced editorial team and a network of qualified industry partners, we select and report on the materials that make a difference in contemporary interior projects.