The Natural Stone Institute has announced that the newest version of the Dimension Stone Design Manual is now available. Dimension Stone Design Manual 2022 is available for download or hard copy purchase. The 2022 edition will be of special interest to commercial installers, fabricators, design professionals, and suppliers to the … Read more
Antolini has introduced its newest addition to the Exclusive Collection, Atlantic White. The company describes it as black and white mingled in a balanced, diffused and infinite movement that fades into delicate gray tones. The color combination of this soft quartzite stands out for its dynamism of subtle hues, making … Read more
The Freedom Hidden Countertop Bracket by Federal Brace is a minimalist solution to creating a floating counter appearance. The L shaped bracket is designed to hold countertop overhangs and can support up to an astounding 375 lbs. when installed per installation guidelines. The Freedom bracket is designed to support countertop … Read more
A new course focused on the requirements needed to certify to the Natural Stone Sustainability Standard is now available in the Natural Stone University. This video series provides step by step guidance to help quarriers and producers complete the process of certifying to the standard. Participants will receive an overview … Read more
The Natural Stone Institute has provided natural stone and fabrication services for its 42nd 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 … Read more
The 2022 entry period for the Natural Stone Institute Awards program is now open. A call for entries has been announced for the Pinnacle Awards, Industry Recognition Awards and scholarship program. The Pinnacle Awards honor projects whose beauty, creativity, ingenuity and craftsmanship exemplify professional mastery in the use of natural … 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
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
TAB has created high-density quartz with high gloss via its custom-developed luster technology. According to the company the high ratio of quartz versus resin makes the slabs uniquely dense and heavier than common quartz slab. High density ensures better mechanical properties in the final product, more stain resistance and more resistance to … Read more
