Antolini has introduced its newest addition to the Exclusive Collection, Atlantic White. The company describes it as black and white mingled in a balanced, diffused and infinite movement that fades into delicate gray tones. The color combination of this soft quartzite stands out for its dynamism of subtle hues, making … Read more
Coverings (coverings.com), the premier international tile and stone exhibition and conference in North America, has announced the annual Rock Star Award winners in advance of Coverings 2022, which will take place April 5-8, 2022, at the Las Vegas Convention Center, in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Rock Stars program is a venerable … Read more
Artistic Tile has introduced a new polished stone to its array of offerings. The company describes Onyx Ocean Blue as an onyx of rich and dramatic power, with sweeping swirls of storm-cloud blue graced by rivulets and pools of fiery gold. This stone brings a forceful beauty from legendary Persian … Read more
The University of Ceramic Tile and Stone (UofCTS) is now offering the new course: “The Complete Guide on Developing Tile & Stone Specifications with Architects.” This course provides the student with thorough and detailed information on how architectural sales representatives can get tile and stone products specified with “Bullet Proof Specifications” meaning … Read more
Coverings (coverings.com), the largest international tile and stone exhibition and conference in North America, has released a select preview of new tile and stone products, along with a sneak peek of installation materials, tools and technology products, that will be unveiled at Coverings 2022, taking place April 5-8, 2022, at the … Read more
TAB has created high-density quartz with high gloss via its custom-developed luster technology. According to the company the high ratio of quartz versus resin makes the slabs uniquely dense and heavier than common quartz slab. High density ensures better mechanical properties in the final product, more stain resistance and more resistance to … Read more
Tile of Spain announced its schedule of events for Coverings 2022, North American’s largest international tile and stone exhibition and conference happening next month from April 5-8, in Las Vegas, Nev. Visitors to the Spanish Pavilion will explore rich collections as well as a full range of ceramic formats and … Read more
Porcelanosa has introduced XTONE, a large format porcelain slab manufactured with natural minerals. The new high performance material is made up of sintered porcelain with pure minerals that are compacted and created with the most advanced technological development. XTONE avoids the proliferation of fungi, bacteria and dirt accumulation, does not … Read more
The Natural Stone Institute has named their 2021 Natural Stone Institute Person of the Year, Natural Stone Craftsman of the Year, CEU Educator of the Year, Pioneer Award recipient and Migliore Award recipient. The prestigious awards are presented annually to individuals who exhibit exceptional skill and dedication within the stone … Read more
A Brazilian quartzite rich with color, Tempest Blue is the newest addition to the Artistic Tile collection of polished stones. The 3/4-in. slabs showcase stormy flows of blue smoke and peach veined by russet, olive green, and taupe, with crystalline mauve inclusions. Possible applications include countertops, interior commercial flooring, interior … Read more