Keep up to date on the latest news and information posted to Stoneworld.com with our RSS feed. https://www.stoneworld.com/rss/16 en-us Registration is now available for the 60th edition of the international stone exhibition held annually in Verona, Italy. Registration is now available for the 60th edition of the international stone exhibition held annually in Verona, Italy.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95734 Mon, 06 Jul 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95734-marmomac-online-ticket-office-now-open As a founding member of the global alliance, Brazil was represented by Centrorochas at the meeting that marked a new stage in the NSSA's development, which now brings together 11 member organizations worldwide. As a founding member of the global alliance, Brazil was represented by Centrorochas at the meeting that marked a new stage in the NSSA's development, which now brings together 11 member organizations worldwide.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95733 Mon, 06 Jul 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95733-nssa-strengthens-governance-and-expands-global-cooperation-in-support-of-natural-stone kameryj@bnpmedia.com (Jason Kamery) From personal AI agents shopping for countertops to customers templating their own kitchens with a smartphone, the stone shop of 2030 may look very different from the shop of today. That is the vision laid out by Rich Katzmann of Thrive Innovations, who joined the Stone World Podcast to discuss his company's recent report on the future of the stone shop. From personal AI agents shopping for countertops to customers templating their own kitchens with a smartphone, the stone shop of 2030 may look very different from the shop of today. That is the vision laid out by Rich Katzmann of Thrive Innovations, who joined the Stone World Podcast to discuss his company's recent report on the future of the stone shop.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95731 Mon, 06 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95731-ai-and-the-shop-of-the-future-how-fabrication-could-look-by-2030 richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) During a session at Coverings, stone restoration experts shared experiences and advice about repairing stone countertops. During a session at Coverings, stone restoration experts shared experiences and advice about repairing stone countertops.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95732 Fri, 03 Jul 2026 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95732-valuable-insight-into-stone-countertop-restoration The stone and tile exhibition is looking for innovative and cutting-edge educational sessions for its 2027 event. The stone and tile exhibition is looking for innovative and cutting-edge educational sessions for its 2027 event.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95729 Fri, 03 Jul 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95729-coverings-2027-call-for-presentations-now-open Arizona Tile will host the next workshop, "Taking Your Organization to the Next Level," focusing on transforming business practices in a fabrication shop. Arizona Tile will host the next workshop, "Taking Your Organization to the Next Level," focusing on transforming business practices in a fabrication shop.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95728 Thu, 02 Jul 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95728-seattle-stone-summit-to-focus-on-best-business-practices-for-fabricators kameryj@bnpmedia.com (Jason Kamery) U.S. imports of countertop materials totaled $302.7 million in April, down 10.6% from the same month a year earlier, according to data from the U.S. International Trade Commission. U.S. imports of countertop materials totaled $302.7 million in April, down 10.6% from the same month a year earlier, according to data from the U.S. International Trade Commission.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95730 Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:45:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95730-us-countertop-materials-imports-april-2026 Britain's workplace safety regulator has ordered four companies to stop working with engineered stone after inspectors found they failed to protect employees from hazardous silica dust, the first enforcement actions under a nationwide campaign targeting the material blamed for a rise in fatal lung disease. Britain's workplace safety regulator has ordered four companies to stop working with engineered stone after inspectors found they failed to protect employees from hazardous silica dust, the first enforcement actions under a nationwide campaign targeting the material blamed for a rise in fatal lung disease.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95727 Wed, 01 Jul 2026 11:03:28 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95727-hse-orders-four-fabricators-to-halt-engineered-stone-work-in-uk-silica-crackdown An ideal tile choice for a host of interior design applications. An ideal tile choice for a host of interior design applications. 

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95726 Wed, 01 Jul 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95726-tile-design-influenced-by-classical-impasto-painting A tile delivering the durability and performance of porcelain with the aesthetic of marble. A tile delivering the durability and performance of porcelain with the aesthetic of marble. 

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95725 Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95725-marble-inspired-outdoor-pavers The recent trend forecast highlights a shift toward emotionally driven spaces, expressive surfaces and intentional luxury. The recent trend forecast highlights a shift toward emotionally driven spaces, expressive surfaces and intentional luxury.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95724 Tue, 30 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95724-luxury-tile-brand-releases-2026-27-interior-design-trends Martel Snow by E by Emser Tile The Martel from E by Emser Tile reflects authenticity.  Silque Ice from E by Emser Tile In honor of its 60th anniversary this year, the international stone exhibition organized a tour throughout the Verona, Italy, region -- visiting quarries, stone processing plants and historic sites. In honor of its 60th anniversary this year, the international stone exhibition organized a tour throughout the Verona, Italy, region -- visiting quarries, stone processing plants and historic sites. 

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95723 Tue, 30 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95723-marmomac-reflects-on-60-years-with-regional-stone-tour The three-day, hands-on event provided the company’s team with engagement, education and community connection – encouraging critical conversations around sustainable practices, community involvement and the company's shared commitment to responsible growth.  
The three-day, hands-on event provided the company’s team with engagement, education and community connection – encouraging critical conversations around sustainable practices, community involvement and the company's shared commitment to responsible growth.
 

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95722 Mon, 29 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95722-portobello-america-turns-sustainable-ideas-into-tangible-experiences CMHA's annual Contractor Industry Report surveys contractors throughout North America and tracks trends, opportunities and challenges they are facing. CMHA's annual Contractor Industry Report surveys contractors throughout North America and tracks trends, opportunities and challenges they are facing.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95721 Sun, 28 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95721-hardscape-industry-demand-is-up-but-labor-shortage-poses-challenges Created in recognition of the 150th anniversary of cremation in America, National Cremation Placement Day was designed to raise awareness about the importance of the permanent placement and memorialization of cremated remains, an area often overlooked as cremation has become the most common form of disposition in the U.S. Created in recognition of the 150th anniversary of cremation in America, National Cremation Placement Day was designed to raise awareness about the importance of the permanent placement and memorialization of cremated remains, an area often overlooked as cremation has become the most common form of disposition in the U.S. 

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95720 Sat, 27 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95720-coldspring-launches-national-cremation-placement-day To strengthen its efforts, the NSI is engaging an independent industrial hygiene expert to provide scientific review, regulatory guidance and technical expertise. To strengthen its efforts, the NSI is engaging an independent industrial hygiene expert to provide scientific review, regulatory guidance and technical expertise. 

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95719 Fri, 26 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95719-nsi-amps-up-efforts-for-silica-safety-advocacy Submission highlights the role of Brazilian natural stone in the competitiveness of the U.S. industry and the potential impacts of the proposed tariffs on businesses, jobs and construction costs in the U.S. Submission highlights the role of Brazilian natural stone in the competitiveness of the U.S. industry and the potential impacts of the proposed tariffs on businesses, jobs and construction costs in the U.S.
 

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95718 Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95718-brazil-heading-to-washington-for-tariff-discussions A tile collection reminiscent of natural stone with the versatility of porcelain. A tile collection reminiscent of natural stone with the versatility of porcelain.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95717 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 17:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95717-majesto-porcelain-by-anatolia kameryj@bnpmedia.com (Jason Kamery) Porcelain and sintered stone slabs rank among the most misunderstood materials in the countertop industry, but fabricators who learn to work with them are opening a revenue stream that is not going anywhere. Porcelain and sintered stone slabs rank among the most misunderstood materials in the countertop industry, but fabricators who learn to work with them are opening a revenue stream that is not going anywhere.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95716 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95716-a-fabricators-guide-to-cutting-porcelain-and-sintered-stone richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) Industry members at The Poseidon Experience intently listened to Joe Alva share his sales experiences. Industry members at The Poseidon Experience intently listened to Joe Alva share his sales experiences. 

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95715 Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95715-stone-industry-professionals-learn-tips-for-closing-a-sale Discussion centered around topics such as evolving installation practices and the future of the global tile industry. Discussion centered around topics such as evolving installation practices and the future of the global tile industry.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95713 Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95713-ntca-leaders-share-expert-knowledge-at-qualicer-2026 richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) With intentions of downsizing his staff and increasing production capabilities, Jeremiah Rivers turned to Poseidon Industries for a reliable solution. With intentions of downsizing his staff and increasing production capabilities, Jeremiah Rivers turned to Poseidon Industries for a reliable solution.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95706 Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95706-rivers-edge-countertops-maximizes-efficiency-with-t-rex-hybrid-cycle kitchen island with sleek stone countertop Since investing in the T-Rex, the shop cuts faster and no longer deals with waterjet lines, garnet, waterjet tanks and the maintenance that comes with waterjets – allowing it to produce more high-quality work efficiently. outdoor kitchen In the beginning, River’s Edge Countertops manufactured its own recycled glass and concrete countertops but transitioned to mostly natural stone through the years. Bovone 4045 Stonedge polishing machine A Bovone 4045 Stonedge polishing machine is used for polishing countertop edges in the shop. custom-designed kitchen River’s Edge Countertops primarily services custom home builders, direct-to-consumer retail and works closely with designers. custom-designed kitchen The T-Rex has also eliminated double handling in the shop – preventing damage and permitting production to go directly from slab to the finished product. bar counter “The T-Rex cuts miters so well that we spend less time fixing or refining them because they come out flawlessly,” said Rivers. “It makes the entire mitering process much faster.” 21K Iris scanner A new 21K Iris scanner also assists in the production process. T-Rex Hybrid Cycle According to Jeremiah Rivers, his shop, River’s Edge Countertops in Oklahoma City, OK, has experienced much higher quality in a shorter amount of time since purchasing the T-Rex Hybrid Cycle from Poseidon Industries. The machine is an advanced 5-axis CNC stone fabrication center designed to route, cut and polish countertops in a single automated process. A luxury ceramic wall cladding system combining glazed porcelain field tiles with unglazed stoneware trim pieces. A luxury ceramic wall cladding system combining glazed porcelain field tiles with unglazed stoneware trim pieces. 

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95711 Tue, 23 Jun 2026 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95711-modular-italian-porcelain-wall-tiles The opening of the new 10,000-square-foot showroom represents a significant investment in Northeast Florida and reinforces MSI's commitment to providing innovative design solutions and exceptional customer service throughout the region. The opening of the new 10,000-square-foot showroom represents a significant investment in Northeast Florida and reinforces MSI's commitment to providing innovative design solutions and exceptional customer service throughout the region.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95710 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95710-msi-celebrates-grand-opening-of-its-jacksonville-location The 2026 webinar series provides architects, designers, contractors, fabricators and stone professionals with access to expert-led education covering sustainability, material selection, restoration, quality assurance and industry-best practices. The 2026 webinar series provides architects, designers, contractors, fabricators and stone professionals with access to expert-led education covering sustainability, material selection, restoration, quality assurance and industry-best practices.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95708 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 11:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95708-the-natural-stone-institute-releases-upcoming-webinar-schedule ThryveIQ taps into all the shop’s data to provide instant accessibility for better decision making. ThryveIQ taps into all the shop’s data to provide instant accessibility for better decision making.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95707 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95707-an-ai-business-agent-understanding-the-needs-of-fabricators richinellij@bnpmedia.com (Jennifer Richinelli) American Floor Covering welcomed more than 100 visitors into its shop for the Stone Fabricator's Alliance workshop in early June. American Floor Covering welcomed more than 100 visitors into its shop for the Stone Fabricator's Alliance workshop in early June.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95704 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95704-sfa-promotes-sharing-of-information-at-connecticut-workshop SFA Connecticut Workshop More than 100 attendees showed up for the two-day event. SFA Connecticut Workshop Welcome Reception The Welcome Reception provided a relaxed atmosphere for industry members to catch up. SFA Connecticut Workshop Welcome Reception The SFA hosted a Welcome Reception on Wednesday, June 3rd before the workshop kicked off the next day. SFA Connecticut Workshop Prodim was among the sponsors at the event demonstrating its digital templating system. SFA Connecticut Workshop Machinery manufacturers such as Donatoni and Biesse were present at the Connecticut Workshop. SFA Connecticut Workshop Cameron DeMille of MB Stone Care demonstrated top polishing techniques.  SFA Connecticut Workshop During the demonstration of the Comandulli line polisher, attendees had the opportunity to examine the finished product.  SFA Connecticut Workshop The group gathered to watch American Floor Covering's Comandulli line polisher in action.  SFA Connecticut Workshop SFA Connecticut Workshop Big Dog Adhesives was among the sponsors who presented a product demonstration.  SFA Connecticut Workshop SFA Connecticut Workshop Durfee provided a step-by-step guide of the process.  SFA Connecticut Workshop Host Joe Durfee presented a demonstration on thermoforming which captivated attendees.  SFA Connecticut Workshop Lumina makes it possible to create visual filters, space dividers, lightweight enclosures and transitional elements capable of adding depth, privacy and dynamism to spaces. Lumina makes it possible to create visual filters, space dividers, lightweight enclosures and transitional elements capable of adding depth, privacy and dynamism to spaces. 

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95705 Fri, 19 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95705-extruded-ceramic-modular-system The two-day workshop for fabricators is slated for July 16 and 17, 2026 at Elevated Stoneworkz. The two-day workshop for fabricators is slated for July 16 and 17, 2026 at Elevated Stoneworkz.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95703 Fri, 19 Jun 2026 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95703-all-slab-fabbers-are-heading-to-salt-lake-city Expanse Dynamix is designed to simplify specification by offering a comprehensive product line-up. Expanse Dynamix is designed to simplify specification by offering a comprehensive product line-up.

]]> http://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95702 Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:00:00 -0400 https://www.stoneworld.com/articles/95702-a-comprehensive-tile-panel-system