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Technical Focus: Advice on Handling, Fabricating and Installing Porcelain Slabs

January 25, 2021

The virtues of porcelain slabs are numerous, which has led to its growing popularity. The material is light, thin and tough, making it suitable for nearly any interior project from bathroom sinks and vanities to shower trays, kitchen countertops and bathtubs.

Technical Focus: A Brief History of Gauged Porcelain Tile Panels

Over the last 20 years, large-format porcelain tiles have evolved significantly from when they were first developed

Will White

January 25, 2021

In the beginning, there was Thin Porcelain Panels. Between 2000 and 2001, Thin Porcelain Tile (TPT) was born. One version was created in 2001 by engineer, Franco Stefani, of the Systems Group, innovator of the ceramic industry.

Audacity at the Maraca Restaurant in Santo Domingo

January 4, 2021

A new portrait is added to the Shades collection: the splendid and colorful Audacity.

Finding the perfect match

Caprock Hardscape relied on the expertise of Quality Stone Quarries to find the desired stone color blend for its client’s Texan residence

Jason Kamery

November 15, 2020

Quality Stone Quarries in Stigler, OK, listened to the requests of the customer working on a project called “The Colony” in Texas to provide the stone that was needed to realize the design. In the end, the stone producer supplied its blend of Hazelnut and Azul stone for the project.

Selling natural stone

A virtual Stone Summit was recently held that addresses the selling experience, as well as what to expect in the role of a commercial stone contractor

Jennifer Richinelli

November 15, 2020

Naquin moderated the two-day workshop, entitled “Selling Natural Stone: Building Your Company’s Sales Structure,” which on the first day also included industry veterans from Valley View Granite and Cutstone Company, who shared their experiences with viewers.

An adaptive use of space

Neolith adds to the posh vibe of a New York City apartment – providing the durability needed for a workspace and the luxurious look for everyday living

October 13, 2020

Neolith adds to the posh vibe of a New York City apartment – providing the durability needed for a workspace and the luxurious look for everyday living

A modern touch

Decorative porcelain, glass and marble tile modernize an outdated living space in New York City

Heather Fiore

October 13, 2020

Decorative porcelain, glass and marble tile modernize an outdated living space in New York City

Neolith syncs with Japanese-style design

The well-known sintered stone product was specified for a number of applications in a Colombian residence to provide a sense of serenity in a personal oasis

September 19, 2020

Designed with a distinguished oriental concept in mind, Japanese Refuge is an impressive home boasting a unique blend of simplistic architectural elements. Constructed to embrace purity in design, Neolith sintered stone was used across the property.

Contemporary Stone & Tile Design

Quartz surfacing contributes to “modern farmhouse” style

The mid-tone gray of Silestone Lagoon enhances the fresh contemporary look of a kitchen remodel

July 13, 2020

Cassandra LaValle, the founder and creative director of Coco Kelley and The Emerald Studio, favored Silestone Lagoon for the surfacing and bright white paint from Benjamin Moore. In this interview, La Valle explains her thoughts and inspiration behind the design.

Contemporary Stone & Tile Design

Living between the mountains and the sea

Sweeping views of the water – combined with a secluded piece of property – create an ideal spot for a beautiful contemporary home built of local Turkish stone

July 12, 2020

G House is a residential project designed in Karaburun, Turkey, where one side is symbolically leaning against the mountains and one side is facing the sea.

Events

March 16, 2025

Xiamen Stone Fair

One of the main global events for the stone and machinery segment, offering an opportunity for buyers and sellers of stone products and services from around the world to source an astounding array of the very latest technologies, innovations and techniques.

April 29, 2025