Wilsonart Launches Four New Woodgrain Laminates

Wilsonart recently launched four new woodgrain laminate designs in its LUJO Collection designed to emulate the look of ash and teak. “Each new woodgrain design was meticulously crafted to deliver a strikingly real surface that outperforms traditional wood veneers,” said Kate Grossman, vice president of design and marketing. According to … Read more

Caesarstone Begins Offering Silica Free Advanced Fusion Colors

Earlier this month Caesarstone began the roll-out of its ICON™ Advanced Fusion Surface Colors. The ICON launch is part of the new category of crystalline silica-free surfaces with increased sustainability and designed with approximately 80 percent recycled materials. The launch includes eight colors: Calacatta Lacebound; Calacatta Nobella; Calacatta Thyme; Ocean … Read more

Breton Launches Robot-assisted Bridge Saw, Polishing Cell

Breton recently announced the launch of its Optimus II Robotic-Assisted Bridge Saw & Polishing Cell, to be available in June. for for full-line countertop and stone fabrication automation. According to the company, it was designed for high-efficiency to automate large portions of stone slab processing, and integrates cutting and automated … Read more

Park Industries Cosentino To Hold Regional Events for Fabricators

Park Industries, in partnership with Cosentino, is introducing a new event series designed to bring fabricators together for learning, networking, and collaboration. It is designed to give fabricators access to both sides of the fabrication process – materials and machinery – by connecting with industry experts, gaining valuable insights, and … Read more

Pera Tile Introduces Silky Stone Porcelain Tiles

Silky Stone achieves a limestone effect using digital technology. Inspired by the look and feel of natural limestone combined with the practicality of modern architecture, Silky Stone is a balance between the essential and minimalism. It is available in two colors, Light and Greige, and two finishes, Natural and Rigato, … Read more

University of Ceramic Tile and Stone Offers Certification Stone Specialist Program

The University of Ceramic Tile and Stone (UofCTS) offers a certification accreditation program for experienced stone professionals who have a minimum of two years full time on-the-job experience within the stone industry. The UofCTS Certified Stone Specialist (CSS) program covers natural stone, engineered stone, manufactured stone and related installation products.  Before … Read more