Concrete Countertop Solutions offers the new Z Liqui-Crete System that combines a fiber-fortified concrete mixture with a 1- by 1-in. fiberglass mesh grid. The system uses an easily attached Z-clip to hold the mesh at the proper height during the pour. The clips, which arescrewed down to the cement board … Read more
The International Surface Fabricators Association (ISFA) has been approved to provide Continuing Education Units (CEUs) to architects through an agreement with the American Institute of Architects (AIA). ISFA’s first presentation, “Solid Surface Design Basics” has already been approved as a course, providing one Learning Unit (LU) for participants. Additional courses … Read more
To rod, or not to rod? Some say it is a must, others say it is an option. However, if you ever have to replace a countertop because of a crack at the sink cut-out, you may forever believe it is the only way to go. Either way, there are … Read more
Jim and Georgann Garver, owners of GW Surfaces in Ventura, Calif., attribute their success to keeping a close eye on every aspect of the business and new industry trends. In addition, they note that a willingness to change the business as new trends and circumstances dictate is essential in long-term … Read more
Chemical Concepts offers a variety of Sink Clips and No-Drill Fasteners for mounting of sinks, dishwashers and other related items to countertops. These bonding fasteners offer a mechanical joining system suitable for high stress applications for thin and thick wall surfaces. They may be bonded to most common surfaces including … Read more
After a hiatus and an apparent change in management, Mystera Acrylic Solid Surface is once again available in the U.S. market. This solid surface uses a unique manufacturing process to create an original style of veining, as well as replicate the look of natural stone. Originally developed in the mid … Read more
NSF International and the Natural Stone Council (NSC) have developed NSC 373 Sustainability Assessment for Natural Dimension Stone, touted as the first sustainability assessment standard for stone. It lays out criteria for sustainable development aspects of stone production while defining environmental requirements for stone quarrying and production. NSC utilized NSF … Read more
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) has launched LEED v4, the newest version of the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design green-building ratings program. It is the first major revision to the ratings program in five years. Originally LEED 2012, the updated version went through several revisions including five public … Read more
The Marble Institute of America (MIA) is extending the deadline for filling out its fabricator benchmarking survey by two weeks. The new deadline will be December 17. The MIA is inviting all fabricators of stone and quartz surfacing in North America (members and non-members alike) to participate in the survey. … Read more