Breton Quartz Surfacing Manufacturing Process

Here is an insightful video shared by Marvel Stone in Australia showing the Breton method for manufacturing quartz surfacing (also known as engineered stone). The finished slabs are becoming more and more popular (and trendy) for countertop fabrication. Quartz surfacing is one of the most quickly growing countertop materials in … Read more

Integra Adhesives Launches Online Interactive Color Charts

Integra Adhesives launched a unique interactive color chart webpage. It allows fabricators to build a custom color chart based on what material (from quartz, natural stone, solid surface, glass, marble, ceramic and concrete) and brands they fabricate.  They can then sort the chart by sheet color or adhesive color and … Read more

Outwater Plastics Appointed as a Master Distributor of Sugatsune Architectural Hardware

Outwater Plastics was appointed by Sugatsune as a master distributor of its architectural hardware.  Sugatsune’s line offers quality, creative designs and meticulous attention to detail. As a master distributor, Outwater affords its customers reduced lead times and shipping costs, as well as a complete sales and customer support staff with U.S. sales … Read more

Surface Link Expands, Offers New Services for Granite, Quartz, Solid Surface

Surface Link Corporation has announced its expansion to cover repairs and refinishing for granite, quartz and solid surface in all 50 U.S. states. In addition to being a certified warranty agent for more than 15 years for most major manufacturers, Surface Link can also handle all of your extra or unwanted … Read more

Granite: Dispelling the Myths

by Frederick M. Hueston, Ph.D. Recently, there have been newspaper articles and news on TV that are putting out false information about granite. “Do not use granite,” one outlet implored. “It is dangerous and can harm you,” stated another. “Granite emits radon, and it can also harbor bacteria,” said others. … Read more

Michael Eisner to be Keynote Speaker for IBS

Michael Eisner will be the keynote speaker for the 2013 NAHB International Builders Show (IBS) in January. The show runs from Jan. 22 to 24 at the Las Vegas Convention Center and Eisner, former chairman and CEO of The Walt Disney Company for 21 years, will speak on Jan. 22. Eisner will be … Read more