Laticrete, a leading manufacturer of globally proven construction solutions for the building industry, has launched SPARTACOTE® PRIME-N-GO™, a versatile, two-part epoxy primer that simplifies the installation process by eliminating the need for mechanical preparation such as grinding and/or shot blasting. As the first primer of its type for use in the resinous coatings line at Laticrete, this new solution creates a strong bond to the substrate, enhancing the overall adhesion of the system on smooth, non-porous and non-absorptive surfaces. SPARTACOTE PRIME-N-GO also allows for a quicker project turnaround, eliminates dust, debris and waste on the job site and delivers superior durability.

Echo Lake granite from Coldspring fulfilled the architect’s vision for the updates to Frederik Meijer Gardens – connecting the community, land and arts 

Lapitec sintered stone slabs were the material of choice for the exterior and interior design of the new Aria Retreat & Spa in Italy

Inspired by Balinese stone, the Tropic collection, recently launched by Ceramica Mayor, is ideal for the interior of swimming pools, as well as other applications.

The Alvarado Series is Ege Seramik’s newest rectified porcelain tile collection -- specifically created for the North American marketplace.

Ceramica Senio presents Westport: the silk side of ceramic. The new double fire tile collection is available in one standard format -- 2 ¹/₂ x 10 inches (6 ¹/₂ x 26 cm) -- and three new 3D shapes.

The eight winning projects of the 2022 Tucker Design Awards were celebrated during a ceremony at the Hockey Hall of Fame in Toronto on Wednesday, June 29th. The 2022 Bybee Prize recipients, Tod Williams and Billie Tsien, were also celebrated during the ceremony.

StoneLoads, the natural stone online marketplace, has welcomed Brandon Wells as business development executive for Texas and Oklahoma. Wells comes to StoneLoads with extensive sales and customer service experience. 

Lights, camera, MAPEI! MAPEI Corporation recently teamed up with the Zombie House Flippers on A&E’s popular home-remodeling show “Zombie House Flipping” to turn a derelict Orlando, FL, property into a beautiful residence.

Just steps away from the indoor exhibits and adjacent to the 28-acre Outdoor Demonstration Yard, the Hardscape House brings three popular show features together under a 42,000-square-foot open-air pavilion at Hardscape North America.