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Chinese Tariffs and their Effect on the Tile Industry

Architectural Ceramics

Product quality from China got better over the past decade, prompting former mosaic makers like Mexico and Brazil to stop producing them. We also may not get the sizes we love right away because these countries’ standard sizes are unlike ours. Before 2019, the duty for tile imported from China was: 8.5% for glass 4.9%

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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

StoneDimensions

So much of the MIA’s mission is focused on providing members with technical support, standards, education, and credentialing. This year we added a new twist by inviting the entire Brazilian stone pavilion to the party! I saw that first hand when the MIA was in Brazil in February. What a wonderful way to connect businesses!

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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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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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Power of brands: Transparency on the rise

Floor Covering News

Trucor’s family of wood, stone and tile visuals provide waterproof, easy-to-clean solutions for today’s residential and commercial consumers. market from its beautiful home country of Brazil. Everything is specified and built to industry standards. Transforming connections for the better. Product quality. in 2020.”. Inventory.

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Considering white marble counter tops? | Life of an Architect

Life of an Architect

Marble is a calcium-rich stone, porous, has relatively low abrasion resistance,and is susceptible to expansion and contraction. In Brazil all kitchen counters were cheap white marble back in the, 40s, 50s, 60s and 70s. It’s STONE, people, a natural material, and an incredibly beautiful one at that.

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