CaesarStone
Caesarstone is an Israeli, publicly traded manufacturer of engineered quartz, porcelain, mineral, and crystalline silica-free fusion surfaces for countertops, flooring, and cladding, serving residential and commercial construction markets across 50+ countries through showrooms, authorized fabricators, and major retailers like Home Depot.
- Company typePublic
- Founded1987
- HeadquartersTalmei Menashe, Israel
- Headcount1,001–5,000
- GTM typeB2B and B2C
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What CaesarStone does
Caesarstone Ltd. is a publicly traded Israeli manufacturer of engineered surfaces for residential and commercial construction, founded in 1987 at Kibbutz Sdot Yam and listed on NASDAQ under CSTE. The company's product portfolio spans four distinct surface technologies: Caesarstone Quartz (the original 90–95% natural quartz + polymer resin engineered stone), Caesarstone Porcelain (available in 6mm, 12mm, and 20mm formats for countertops, flooring, and cladding), Caesarstone Mineral (engineered mineral surfaces), and Caesarstone ICON (a patent-pending crystalline silica-free fusion surface incorporating recycled materials). These are organized into collections such as the ICON 2025, Porcelain 2025, Outdoor, OOAK, Time, and Whitelight lines, targeting countertops, bathroom surfaces, flooring, cladding, and outdoor kitchens.
Revenue is generated primarily through one-time sale of physical surface products via a multi-channel go-to-market: company-owned showrooms and distribution centers, a global network of authorized fabricators and installers, the Caesarstone Studio digital platform for architects and designers, and retail partnerships with Home Depot, Lowe's, and Costco. Customer segments span residential homeowners (primary), architects/designers (primary), fabricators/installers, retailers/distributors, and commercial/hospitality buyers. Product pricing is not publicly disclosed; a $30 flat-fee sample kit is offered to drive funnel conversion. Trade professionals are supported via the Caesarstone Studio, AR Experience (Vectary-powered), and View in Room (Roomvo-powered) visualization tools.
The company is undergoing a substantial operational restructuring: it closed its Bar-Lev manufacturing facility in Israel in December 2025, reduced headcount by approximately 200 employees, and is targeting roughly $100M in annualized savings since 2023 with a stated goal of returning to positive adjusted EBITDA by Q3 2026. FY2025 revenue was $397.2M (down 10.4% YoY) with a net loss of $137.5M, and the business is concurrently defending silicosis product-liability lawsuits (including a $52M 2024 Los Angeles jury verdict Caesarstone has appealed) while navigating potential regulatory action on crystalline silica. The portfolio has been repositioned toward ICON and Porcelain to mitigate these category-level risks and broaden the addressable surface market.
CaesarStone firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- CaesarStone
- Legal name
- Caesarstone Ltd.
- Website
- https://caesarstoneus.com
- Company type
- Public
- Founded year
- 1987
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1,001–5,000 employees
- Short description
- Caesarstone is an Israeli, publicly traded manufacturer of engineered quartz, porcelain, mineral, and crystalline silica-free fusion surfaces for countertops, flooring, and cladding, serving residential and commercial construction markets across 50+ countries through showrooms, authorized fabricators, and major retailers like Home Depot.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
CaesarStone industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Engineered Surface Manufacturing
- NAICS
- Cut Stone and Stone Product Manufacturing (327991), Clay Building Material and Refractories Manufacturing (32712)
- SIC
- Cut Stone & Stone Products (3281)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Countertop Fabrication & Installation (Stone/Quartz/Solid Surface) (HSAPAIAE)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Ceramic, Porcelain & Natural Stone Tile Flooring (IMADAJAE)
Keywords
Where CaesarStone is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Talmei Menashe
- HQ country
- Israel
- HQ region
- Middle East
Offices2 records
Markets served
CaesarStone business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B and B2C
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Operations, Supply Chain, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Engineered Surface Products: Sale of engineered quartz, porcelain, and mineral surfaces for countertops, flooring, and cladding applications in residential and commercial markets
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Sample Kit |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels5 records
CaesarStone product offering
Product offeringCore offering
CaesarStone manufactures and sells engineered quartz, porcelain, mineral, and fusion surface slabs for residential and commercial applications including kitchen countertops, bathroom vanities, flooring, wall cladding, and outdoor surfaces. The company pioneered engineered quartz surfaces in 1987 and offers multiple collections across its ICON, Porcelain, Quartz, and Mineral product lines, distributed globally through showrooms, authorized fabricators, retailers, and design professionals.
Product overview
Caesarstone is a manufacturer of high-quality engineered surfaces for indoor and outdoor multi-application use, primarily serving residential and commercial construction markets. The company pioneered surface design in 1987 and operates in over 50 countries. Its product portfolio consists of multiple distinct engineered surface types — Caesarstone Quartz (the original flagship engineered stone product), Caesarstone Porcelain (available in multiple thicknesses including 6mm and 12mm for countertops, flooring, and cladding), and Caesarstone ICON (an advanced fusion surface made from a crystalline silica-free blend of innovative and recycled materials). These surface materials are organized into named collections (e.g., ICON 2025 Collection, Porcelain 2025 Collection, Outdoor Collection, OOAK Collection, Time Collection, Essentials, Premium, Supernatural, Supernatural Ultra) that span across surface types and are differentiated by aesthetic style, finish, thickness, and application. Caesarstone also provides professional design tools including Caesarstone Studio (a digital companion for architects and designers), AR Experience (augmented reality surface visualization), and View in Room (photo-based room visualization).
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Caesarstone Quartz Flagship engineered quartz stone surface that is nonporous, durable, stain-resistant, and scratch-resistant, intended for kitchen countertops, bathroom vanities, and other residential and commercial surfaces; available in a wide variety of colors, patterns, and finishes across multiple collections.
- Caesarstone Porcelain Engineered porcelain surface formed from a mix of quartz, clay, and feldspar under extreme heat, offering high hardness (Mohs 7-8), heat and chemical resistance, and durability; available in 6mm, 12mm, and 20mm thickness options for countertops, flooring, and wall cladding in indoor and outdoor environments.
- Caesarstone ICON Advanced fusion surface made from a patent-pending crystalline silica-free blend of innovative materials and recycled materials, designed to address sustainability and health concerns; available in jumbo slab size with surface characteristics similar to quartz.
- Caesarstone Mineral Engineered mineral surface product line positioned as a distinct nonporous, durable, low-maintenance surface category alongside the Quartz product line; available in Premium and other collections.
Quantifiable outcome
- Over 550 workers diagnosed with silicosis from engineered stone fabrication in California, with lawsuits against Caesarstone and other manufacturers; jury verdict of $52 million against manufacturers
- +1 more outcomes
Companies that use CaesarStone
Customer profileNamed customers3 records
Segments5 records
Ideal customer profiles5 records
CaesarStone technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
AI capability3 records
Feature4 records
CaesarStone partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
One partnership is on record.
- Home DepotcoreMajor retail distribution partnership for consumer access to Caesarstone products through Home Depot stores nationwide
Scale indicators7 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
CaesarStone competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Cosentino: Spanish-headquartered global leader in engineered quartz (Silestone) and ultra-compact surfaces (Dekton). Cosentino is Caesarstone's most direct global competitor and is also named in silicosis litigation, making the two companies direct parallels on both product portfolio and regulatory exposure.
- Cambria: U.S.-based, family-owned manufacturer of engineered quartz surfaces sold through kitchen/bath dealers. Cambria competes head-to-head with Caesarstone in the premium quartz countertop segment and is similarly exposed to design professional and consumer channels.
- MSI (M S International): One of the largest U.S. importers and distributors of natural stone, quartz, and porcelain surfaces, with a competing Q Premium Natural Quartz line. MSI overlaps Caesarstone on product, distribution model, and end customer across the U.S. residential and commercial markets.
- LX Hausys (Viatera): Korean manufacturer of engineered quartz surfaces under the Viatera brand plus a broader portfolio of building materials (flooring, wall coverings). Directly comparable in engineered quartz composition and similar in targeting residential kitchen/bath applications.
- Vicostone: Vietnam-based engineered quartz manufacturer with growing U.S. distribution. Vicostone competes in the same premium quartz countertop category and benefits from lower-cost manufacturing, making it a structural pricing competitor to Caesarstone.
Broad incumbents
- DuPont (Corian): Diversified materials incumbent whose Corian solid-surface brand competes with quartz in residential and commercial surfacing. DuPont has far broader product breadth and R&D resources, positioning it as a larger incumbent that overlaps Caesarstone's specification channels.
- Wilsonart: Major North American manufacturer of engineered surfaces including quartz, solid surface, and laminates for residential and commercial applications. Wilsonart competes across multiple countertop categories and shares similar commercial and trade distribution dynamics.
- Daltile (Dal-Tile, a Mohawk company): Largest U.S. manufacturer and distributor of ceramic, porcelain, and stone tile products. Daltile is comparable to Caesarstone's porcelain expansion strategy and competes in flooring and cladding — overlapping Caesarstone's newer product categories more than its legacy quartz.
Emerging players
- Pokarna: India-based engineered stone and quartz surfaces manufacturer with growing international footprint. Pokarna competes with Caesarstone at the value-to-mid tier of the engineered quartz market, particularly in export markets.
Regional players
- Stone Italiana: Italian engineered quartz and mineral surface manufacturer with strong presence in Europe. Comparable in product technology and design focus to Caesarstone, but its primary market overlap is in EMEA rather than North America.
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
CaesarStone social profiles
Digital presenceCaesarStone compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance12 records
CaesarStone financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
CaesarStone leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles4 records
CaesarStone funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds2 records
Investors1 record
Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
CaesarStone M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A1 record
Investments
M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Frequently asked questions about CaesarStone
What does CaesarStone do?
CaesarStone manufactures and sells engineered quartz, porcelain, mineral, and fusion surface slabs for residential and commercial applications including kitchen countertops, bathroom vanities, flooring, wall cladding, and outdoor surfaces. The company pioneered engineered quartz surfaces in 1987 and offers multiple collections across its ICON, Porcelain, Quartz, and Mineral product lines, distributed globally through showrooms, authorized fabricators, retailers, and design professionals.
Is CaesarStone a public or private company?
CaesarStone is a public company. It is classified as public and is currently operating.
When was CaesarStone founded?
CaesarStone was founded in 1987. It employs 1,001 to 5,000 people.
Where is CaesarStone based?
CaesarStone is headquartered in Talmei Menashe, Israel, in the Middle East region.
How does CaesarStone make money?
One revenue line is on record: engineered Surface Products.
Who are CaesarStone's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Cosentino, Cambria, MSI (M S International), LX Hausys (Viatera) and Vicostone. Broad incumbents are DuPont (Corian), Wilsonart and Daltile (Dal-Tile, a Mohawk company). Pokarna is listed as an emerging player. Stone Italiana is listed as a regional player.
Does CaesarStone have an API?
No public API is recorded for CaesarStone.
What industry is CaesarStone in?
CaesarStone's product category is Engineered Surface Manufacturing. Its primary akta.pro industry code is HSAPAIAE, Countertop Fabrication & Installation (Stone/Quartz/Solid Surface), with a secondary code of IMADAJAE, Ceramic, Porcelain & Natural Stone Tile Flooring. Its NAICS code is 327991 and its SIC code is 3281.