Coverings (coverings.com), the premier international tile and stone exhibition and conference in North America, has announced the annual Rock Star Award winners in advance of Coverings 2022, which will take place April 5-8, 2022, at the Las Vegas Convention Center, in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Rock Stars program is a venerable … Read more
A new version of the Natural Stone Sustainability Standard (ANSI/NSI 373 Sustainable Production of Natural Dimension Stone) has been published. The new version reflects the standard’s name change and makes the requirement for community approval of quarry reclamation plans optional. The Natural Stone Sustainability Standard is updated every five years … Read more
Antolini has presented a collection of 130 precious gems. Amethyst, quartz, jasper and agate are transformed into coverings of sheer class, creating unrepeatable color combinations which make each installation unique. These stones, particularly of the translucent variety with the potential to be lit-up from behind, create distinctive color effects and … Read more
Lapitec sintered stone slabs are now available in larger sizes. In addition to the 1500- by 3365-mm size slab, the full-body material is now available in two new sizes. For 12- and 20-mm thicknesses the slab measures 1540- by 3440-mm, while in the 30mm thickness its size is 1500- by … Read more
Artistic Tile has introduced a new polished stone to its array of offerings. The company describes Onyx Ocean Blue as an onyx of rich and dramatic power, with sweeping swirls of storm-cloud blue graced by rivulets and pools of fiery gold. This stone brings a forceful beauty from legendary Persian … Read more
The University of Ceramic Tile and Stone (UofCTS) is now offering the new course: “The Complete Guide on Developing Tile & Stone Specifications with Architects.” This course provides the student with thorough and detailed information on how architectural sales representatives can get tile and stone products specified with “Bullet Proof Specifications” meaning … Read more
Coverings (coverings.com), the largest international tile and stone exhibition and conference in North America, has released a select preview of new tile and stone products, along with a sneak peek of installation materials, tools and technology products, that will be unveiled at Coverings 2022, taking place April 5-8, 2022, at the … Read more
Caesarstone, celebrating its 35th anniversary in 2022, unveiled eight new, nature-inspired surfaces at the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS), including the Pebbles Collection that features five designs that celebrate the never-ending transformation of wind and water over stone. The surface manufacturer also unveiled three additional innovative colors. The new … Read more
Cambria, a producer of American-made quartz surfaces, announced the addition of three new designs to its existing palette. Revealed at the 2022 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS), the new designs are full of contrasts in texture and color, and offer sophisticated options for designers and builders to bring into … Read more
The Natural Stone Institute has provided natural stone and fabrication services for its 41st home with the Gary Sinise Foundation through its R.I.S.E. (Restoring Independence Supporting Empowerment) program. The Foundation’s R.I.S.E. program builds 100 percent mortgage-free specially adapted smart homes for severely wounded veterans and first responders. Natural stone and fabrication … Read more