Video: Scratch and Acid Testing Granite, Quartzite and Marble

While we do not know the details of the claims made by the consumer made in this video nor do we validate them, we believe that there is a teachable moment here, probably more than a few. What we found of most interest in this video is the relatively simple … Read more

Stone and Tile Pros Offers Stone and Tile Field Guide

Stone and Tile Pros has issued a new reference manual – the Dimension Stone and Tile Field Guide: Failures Troubleshooting, Investigation and Analysis Reference Manual, recommended for anyone that works with stone or tile. A wealth of information can be found in this manual, with contributions from seasoned experts with … Read more

Stone Forensics Offers Stone Inspection Training During StonExpo

Stone Forensics will be conducting a Stone Inspector training program in January, 2013, during Stone Expo in Las Vegas. The program is designed to teach the basics of inspecting stone and ceramic tile installations. According to Fred Hueston, who will be conducting the training, “The amount of failures, poor installations … Read more