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Chinese Tariffs and their Effect on the Tile Industry

Architectural Ceramics

Retailers and product-based companies in many consumer categories are affected by the new tariffs and countervailing charges implemented on goods from China. government now charges countervailing duties to protect our domestic factories (therein the dilemma for many products affected). Most have Chinese products in their catalogs.

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Power of brands: Transparency on the rise

Floor Covering News

T oday, consumers want to know where a brand’s products are coming from and how they’re produced; they’re interested in sustainable business practices. Armstrong Flooring is boldly walking into the future with a revitalized brand, an optimized collection of flooring products and adaptive solutions for its customers.

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Meet MIA President, Dan Rea

StoneDimensions

NOTE: In February 2015, Revista Rochas de Qualidade (Quality Rocks Magazine) – a leading stone trade magazine in Brazil – conducted an interview with MIA president Dan Rea. The interview showcased the leadership being offered by the MIA and the importance to the Brazilian stone market.

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A Note From Jim: MIA Focuses on 2015

StoneDimensions

I had the privilege of going to Spain in November to witness the MIA receive a Macael Award, as well as learn more about the local stone market in the Macael region. As a global stone industry, it goes without saying that stone expectations can be more readily agreed upon when the same technical documents are used/referenced.

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Considering white marble counter tops? | Life of an Architect

Life of an Architect

Since marble is a natural product, it is going to evolve and change over time and with use no matter how much you baby it. Marble is a calcium-rich stone, porous, has relatively low abrasion resistance,and is susceptible to expansion and contraction. But do you realize that it has become the worlds biggest after-market stone product.

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Experiences of Buying Granite Worktops

Granite4Less

At granite worktops we believe that there is a granite stone to suit every person. If you haven’t found the right stone for you yet, our experts will help you find the perfect one for you. Granite has its own aesthetic draws, depth and beauty that come with natural stone. Does it sound like a difficult task?

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