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by Steve Richerson Several big companies, such as GE, IBM and Walmart, and many smaller companies, including Tenant, Centiva and Stonyfield Yogurt, have recently locked their GPS coordinates on a really intriguing destination: market profitability through ecological sustainability. And fabricators can also benefit from taking this route. Ecological sustainability refers … Read more
Countertops & Cabinets, a countertop fabricator based in Syracuse, N.Y., does more than just fabricate and install countertops. The business focuses on being a one-stop shop, offering tear out, fabrication, installation, plus stock cabinetry install and even plumbing services. They also offer a range of products including solid surface, quartz … Read more
By Express Countertops A good approach to take with customers with regards to bathroom countertops is as follows: Are you looking for bathroom countertop ideas to help your room stand out and truly your own style? With a wide range of options available for countertop material, accessories, and colors, you … Read more
United Marble Fabricators (UMF) focuses on custom stone and tile work for high-end homes in the Boston area, and works to get involved with architects and design firms early in the process. Its typical customers are professionals that may not have much time, but know what they want and count … Read more
By Ryan Burden, CountertopSpecialty.com The topic of sealing granite and marble countertops, floor tile or any natural stone surface invariably creates questions, concerns and confusion in the minds of consumers, homeowners and sometimes even those working in the stone industry. Honestly, it’s no surprise when misleading, incomplete, conflicting, or incorrect … Read more
Advertising is one of the most important aspects of a successful business. And if you are selling countertops directly to the public, you should consider how you are going to reach them. Of course, the advertising must be backed up with a quality product and friendly, reliable service, but if … Read more
The cloud has finally emerged as a viable option for businesses when it comes to data, webhosting and enterprise server solutions, but many business owners are hesitant when it comes to adopting this technology. One of the types of software that is now becoming popular in business cloud hosting is … Read more
by Frederick M. Hueston, Ph.D. Recently, there have been newspaper articles and news on TV that are putting out false information about granite. “Do not use granite,” one outlet implored. “It is dangerous and can harm you,” stated another. “Granite emits radon, and it can also harbor bacteria,” said others. … Read more
More and more people are choosing to go green and live as sustainable a life as possible, and one primary way to achieve this is to invest in a sustainable home. Maintaining a home includes many interconnected facets. How food and water is brought into the home can affect … Read more
In fall of 2011, first-year students selected to live in Phelan Residence Hall were welcomed by a long-awaited change. As the oldest operating hall on campus since 1955, it’s one of the most popular for young student placement, but was also one of the most unlivable. The most anticipated renovation … Read more
