Articles Tagged with ''natural stone''

Natural stone, porcelain, and wood design in Bernardsville, NJ

Linking architecture with nature

Inspired by the surrounding habitat, the design team at JR Frank Design LLC opted for a palette of stacked stone, porcelain and wood to reflect the colors and texture of the outdoors for the design of a New Jersey home

Jennifer Richinelli

January 7, 2020

Natural stone was an essential component of a residential design in Bernardsville, NJ, to capture the organic feel of the home’s woodsy surroundings. The design team from Wayne, NJ-based JR Frank Design LLC strongly desired to connect the expansive residence with nature.

a sealer preserves the aesthetic of the material

Solutions for protecting and maintaining natural stone

A detailed account about how to ensure natural stone applications appear as new for years to come in residential installations

Rod Sigman CTC, CCTS, CSMTT

January 7, 2020

Natural stone is one of the oldest, and certainly the most time-tested, of building materials known to man. Its beauty, durability, long life cycle and low-maintenance qualities make it the choice of many architects for commercial and institutional applications.

Promoting green practices in the stone industry

Continental Cut Stone and its partner company, Continental Cream Quarries LLC, continue to invest in technology and resources to meet the NSC/ANSI 373 sustainability standards

Jason Kamery

November 14, 2019

In recent years, Continental Cut Stone has expanded its capacity while working to address environmental challenges. The company, located in Florence, TX, has added several fabrication machines to its production area, including a CNC, to increase efficiencies.

Polycor Launches New Hardscapes & Masonry Product Line

October 29, 2019

Global leader in architectural and commercial natural stone building products now offers sustainable and durable stone hardscapes products.

Walker Zanger Introduces New Large-Format Botanicals Tile Collection

October 23, 2019

Bold patterns bridge the gap between vintage and modern style.

Daltile’s Latest Fashion-Driven Products Lead Industry In Style

October 9, 2019

New product launches offer high-style options for designers, architects, builders, contractors, and homeowners.

Bedrosians Tile & Stone introduces Magnifica® Porcelain 2cm Slabs

October 8, 2019

Designers and homeowners love its stunning beauty, cross-functionality, and supreme durability that surpasses quartz, offering a green product without any resin fillers.

Island Stone Introduces Two New Colors to Spindrift Marble Mosaic Tiles

October 3, 2019

The unique new color combinations are a fresh take on traditional marble colorways.

Natural Stone Council Updates Sustainability Standard to Align with Evolving Green Building Programs

September 27, 2019

The NSC is proud to announce updates to the Natural Stone Sustainability Standard (ANSI/NSC 373).

Daltile Expands Its Popular Natural Quartzite Collection

September 20, 2019

Four new fashion-driven options provide on-trend solutions for countertops, walls and backsplashes.

North Carolina Stone Summit

You’ve probably heard a lot lately about how to calculate the profit for each job you produce. You likely have production benchmarks based on square footage since it’s the most common production metric in the industry. Come learn how focusing on these metrics can hurt your profitability and what to do about it.

Washington Stone Summit

Join us for "Taking Your Organization to the Next Level," a session dedicated to transforming your business practices. Discover strategies for setting clear agendas, encouraging participation, and driving actionable outcomes. Learn how to foster collaboration and communication, ensuring that every meeting enhances productivity and contributes to your business goals.

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