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Natural Stone Institute completes 30th home with Gary Sinise Foundation

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Oberlin, Ohio—The Natural Stone Institute has provided natural stone and fabrication services for another home through the Gary Sinise Foundation’s R.I.S.E. To date, Natural Stone Institute members have been involved in thirty completed homes. and Ontra Stone Concepts. The R.I.S.E.

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NSI completes new home for R.I.S.E. program

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Oberlin, Ohio— The Natural Stone Institute (NSI) has provided natural stone and fabrication services for another home through the Gary Sinise Foundation’s R.I.S.E. His second deployment was in Afghanistan in 2010. On October 21, 2010, Barron was on a morning foot patrol. The R.I.S.E.

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How Minerals Evolve (Thanks to Life!)

Ciao Tile

We’re in the mineral business, both as sellers of natural stones like granite, marble, travertine, and limestone, and also ceramic tile, which is comprised of feldspar, clays, and other minerals. photo © 2010 Harvey Barrison | more info (via: Wylio ). So this recent story on NPR really caught our ears.

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Avente Tile Talk: Spanish Tile Design, Innovation Inspires Coverings.

Tile Talk

Grespania showcased the marble looks of its Numancia (shown above) and Icaria porcelain floor tiles in 60x60cm and 30x60cm sizes. Using digital technology, these ceramic tiles mimic the look of natural stone. The Incanto line, which combines 12 different graphics of stone, concrete, wood and marble, was also on display.

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Avente Tile Talk: Fresh-Picked Gourmet Garden Ceramic Tiles

Tile Talk

The matte finish of this collection of matte tiles perfectly accents tumbled stone, like travertine or marble. Our relief hand-painted ceramic tile Bouquet Mural includes the rope trim and looks perfect when paired with natural stone, such as travertine or granite. bathrom blogfest 2010. ► 2010. (32).

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President's Message: Introducing our new president, Dan Rea

StoneDimensions

I am truly looking forward to leading this association as it grows and gains influence in the shaping of the natural stone industry worldwide. ” This mission statement was crafted in 2010 and remains relative today. There has been some attention given to activities both up and down the value chain.

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Kitchen and Residential Design: A Coverings preview

Kitchen and Residential Design

• Azteca (Booth 2211) will awe attendees with Jasper R40, a new ceramic tile series serving up a marble look that will enliven walls with its striking shade variations. • Florida Tile (Booth 3223) is touting Gallant HDP and PietraArt Stone Mosaics. ► 2010. ©2010 Paul Anater, K&RD; all rights reserved.

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