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International Masonry Institute Presents Life Cycle Cost Analysis of Tile Assemblies

November 26, 2024

The presentation will explain how ceramic tile has long been recognized for its durability and longevity.

What Manufacturers are Saying about Silica-Free/Low-Silica Products

With workers’ health and safety at the forefront and OSHA regulations coming down hard, manufacturers of alternative stone surfaces are dedicated to producing slabs with minimal to no crystalline silica

Jennifer Richinelli

November 20, 2024

Neolith Americas and Aurea Stone share insight into their crystalline silica-free products.

MAPEI, Art and Sports Converge at 2024 Red Bull Half Court Final

November 7, 2024

MAPEI products help transform Brooklyn court into vibrant work of art for international 3-on-3 basketball tournament.

Daltile Honored with GreenStep Award

October 25, 2024

Daltile was recognized for its sustainable platform with the GreenStep Award.

Wilsonart Unveils 2023 Sustainability Report

October 15, 2024

Wilsonart releases 2023 Sustainability Report.

Cosentino Introduces Low-Silica Line of Silestone

September 19, 2024

Le Chic Bohème by Silestone®XM is made of less than 10% crystalline silica.

Porcelain Tile Anchors Home to Lush Environment

Porcelain tile seamlessly flows throughout the structures of Cliff House Villas in the Phillipines, creating an aesthetically pleasing and harmonious design

September 6, 2024

Tile from Spanish manufacturer APE Grupo was selected for the design of Cliff House Villas, located on the tropical island of Cebu in the Phillipines.

Burlington Broughton Moor slate Boodles National Gallery Garden design

Broughton Moor Slate Unites “Art in Nature”

The characteristics and hues of Burlington Stone’s Broughton Moor slate were the perfect match for Catherine MacDonald’s vision of the Boodles National Gallery Garden design

Jennifer Richinelli

August 30, 2024

Burlington Stone's Broughton Moor Green slate contributed to the winning design at the Boodles National Gallery Garden in England.

Natural Stone Institute Presents "Reducing Embodied Carbon with Natural Stone"

August 19, 2024

The Natural Stone Institute will hold a webinar on Thursday, August 22, 2024 that takes an in-depth look at a project in Dallas, TX, that reduced its carbon footprint with limestone.

Reducing Our Carbon Footprint with Tile

Natural ingredients, material transparency and standardized reporting contribute to the reduction of global warming potential

Scott Conwell FAIA, FCSI, CDT, LEED AP

August 16, 2024

A look at the reasons ceramic tile is a sustainable building product.

Cal/OSHA Standards Board to Vote May 21 on Engineered Stone Ban Petition

U.S. Countertop Materials Imports: March 2026

SFA Connecticut Workshop to Showcase Innovation in Fabrication

Fabricator Focus

From profiles to roundtable discussions, Q&As to best business practices, we're turning a focus on topics and challenges impacting fabricators.

AI Talk Is Everywhere -- Where Does a Countertop Fabricator Begin?

Fabricators Discuss Pros and Cons of Chip Repair

How to Grow a Countertop Fabrication Shop

Events

June 25, 2026

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.

July 16, 2026

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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