The Natural Stone Institute, in collaboration with the Gary Sinise Foundation’s R.I.S.E. program (Restoring Independence Supporting Empowerment), has recently provided natural stone and fabrication services for two more homes. The R.I.S.E. program builds specially adapted smart homes for severely wounded veterans and first responders. To date, Natural Stone Institute members have … Read more
As of January 2, 2020, OSHA requires all employers to electronically submit an employer identification number (EIN) from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) along with the report for fatality, injury and illness, Form 300A. This requirement only pertains to employers with 250 or more employees, and some other businesses over … Read more
Many in the countertop industry are experiencing trouble finding new workers, and this is true in a variety of industries. Much of this has to do with low unemployment and an aging workforce. This video put forth by Knowledge Force Consulting offers some ideas how to get your hands around … Read more
According to InEight, a top producer of construction project management software, companies have four bad habits that should stop in the coming year. The overarching goal of project planning is to create a model that “best reflects what we believe will be a reality”. However, many software tools teach us … Read more
Walker Zanger announced their latest collaboration with emerging Australian designer Pietta Donovan. The Petta Donovan collection consists of ‘70s-inspired patterns and distinct colorways. These cement tiles are adorned in kaleidoscopic shapes, sharp lines and curvilinear corners. The handmade craftsmanship and quality of pigment used to color each tile reflects both … Read more
MSI has announced the establishment of a joint venture with Spectrum Quartz to create a quartz slab manufacturing production facility in the United States. In May of this year, Spectrum Quartz (part of Hirsch Glass Corporation) announced plans to build a quartz manufacturing plant on a 42-acre site in Latta, … Read more
Realizing it’s a busy time of year, the deadline for Coverings 2020 CID Awards and Rock Star nominations have been extended to Friday, January 10. The Coverings Installation & Design (CID) Awards celebrate outstanding achievements in the design and installation of tile & stone in both residential and commercial projects. … Read more