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2cm vs. 3cm slab thickness illustration

Understanding the Practical Implications of Slab Thickness

An industry expert provides valuable insight into when to specify 2cm vs. 3cm quartz slabs
Matt DiNorcia
Matt DiNorcia
January 22, 2026

While quartz color and pattern often guide initial decision making and influence slab size for pattern consistency, slab thickness is equally critical to how quartz is fabricated, how it performs and how it visually impacts a space.


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Neolith Serpeggiante Facade

A Surface Designed for Large Architectural Projects

January 22, 2026

Neolith Serpeggiante is a durable material suited for outdoor applications such as building facades. 



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The wall features Micare collection glazed ceramic tiles by WOW Design

January Product Gallery: New Tile, Natural Stone, Porcelain & Quartz Surface Innovations

January 13, 2026

A showcase of some of the latest hard surface products available to meet a host of design styles.



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MSI Q+ Collection featured on countertop

Next Generation of Engineered Stone

December 29, 2025

A new engineered stone line with High Definition Inkjet print technology.


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white farmhouse-style kitchen sink with a black roll-up drying rack on a black countertop.

All You Need to Know about Soapstone

Industry soapstone specialists share their knowledge on working with the material and provide insight about its growing popularity
Jennifer Richinelli
Jennifer Richinelli
December 16, 2025

Two fabricators who supply and cut soapstone emphasized that the material is non-porous, making it ideal for countertops. 


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Venux surface

Sintered Stone Manufacturer on Point for Continued Growth

December 11, 2025

Venux reports a successful year and announces plans for continued success of distribution of its sintered stone products next year.


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Neolith Serpeggiante

New Surface Line Designed to Meet Demands of Contemporary Architecture

November 10, 2025

Neolith's new sintered stone line was created for interior wall claddings and ventilated facade projects.


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Cosentino R&D Lab

Cosentino Launches Global Campaign for New Mineral Surfaces Brand

October 10, 2025

A new brand of innovative mineral surfaces featuring next-generation Inlayr® technology.


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Concerto (Dolcissimo)

Concerto: A New Engineered Surface Material

October 7, 2025

Influenced by the characteristics of natural stone, the engineered surface collection is available in six colors. 


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Santamargherita Concerto Capriccio

Santamargherita Unveils New Engineered Surface

October 7, 2025

Concerto Collection was developed in close collaboration with architect and designer Giuseppe Bavuso, and features a strong technical composition.


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