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Natural stone 101: Understanding the basics

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Natural stone can be a hard product category for some retailers to get into. The product is high-end in nature, due to several factors. While this is no doubt a point in the category’s favor, it can also come across as too “unpredictable” for consumers who are unfamiliar with natural stone.

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The Natural Stone Institute announces 2023 award recipients

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Oberlin, Ohio—The Natural Stone Institute (NSI) has named the winners of its three award programs for 2023. The Shahs soon realized that natural stone for residential and commercial usage had even higher market potential and redirected their efforts toward developing this sector of the industry.

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Natural Stone Institute introduces new CEU

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Oberlin, Ohio— The Natural Stone Institute introduced a new CEU course entitled “Natural Stone Principles.” ” Natural Stone Principles is designed as an updated, industry-relevant version of the popular “Natural Stone 101” course.

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Natural Stone University launches internship bundle

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Oberlin, Ohio—A 15-week internship resource bundle is now available from the Natural Stone University. The resources, developed by Women in Stone, are ideal for students pursuing a degree in architecture, landscape architecture or interior design, the organization said. One-on-one informational interview. Work samples.

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THE BEST WAYS TO USE STACKED STONE TO CREATE A KITCHEN BACKSPLASH DESIGN 

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The backsplash is the perfect finishing touch to any kitchen design. Backsplashes add color, texture, interest, and pattern to the kitchen, and are considered the most decorative part of the design. Stacked stone backsplashes have a character and beauty lacking in other materials.

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Coverings 2024 and Earth Day activities

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Earth Day activations and eco-focused programming at Coverings 2024 aims to unite thousands of industry professionals from around the world to collectively promote sustainable design, building and installation practices through ceramic tile. workshop, happening April 23. workshop, happening April 23.

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TISE 2024 exceeds expectations

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The show convened more than 21,000 registered professionals, influencers, designers and architects to experience nearly 700 global and domestic brands. This year highlighted the most expansive assortment of new materials offered comprising the future trends of residential and commercial design, according to show organizers.