Design Quarry Reference Stone 
Architectural Ceramics
MAY 29, 2019
When designing for a tile project, there are more factors than just color and style to keep in mind. Should you choose stone, ceramic, glass or something else? Natural stone is harvested from quarries and then cut to various sizes. Natural stone is harvested from quarries and then cut to various sizes.
Realstone
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Everyone loves the classic and timeless appeal of stone. However, real stone installations can be expensive. Enter faux stone: the stylish, cost-effective, and versatile alternative. But you may ask yourself, where exactly can I use Faux stone? Versatility in Design: Suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications.
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StoneDimensions
SEPTEMBER 5, 2014
The Marble Institute of America has released Stones of North America Version 3. Stones of North America is a comprehensive iPad® app that gives design and construction professionals quick, easy access to detailed information about natural stones quarried in North America.
Architectural Ceramics
MARCH 30, 2018
Let’s see how your tile picks compare to a few of our own; and which material, porcelain, ceramic, glass or stone is favored to take it all. To reference this information later, download a Printable PDF here. Ceramic tile, like a 3″x6″ subway, seems like a safe and popular pick for designers and homeowners alike.
Architectural Ceramics
MAY 25, 2018
Designers of commercial spaces like hospitality, use porcelain tile because it often has a higher coefficient of friction. Ancient Stone. If this blog is about porcelain, then why does the collection’s name say stone? Because porcelains like our Ancient Stone Collection , are made to look like natural stone.
Floor Covering News
JUNE 21, 2021
Oberlin, Ohio— The Natural Stone Institute (NSI) awarded Barbara Cohen its Migliore Award for Lifetime Achievement, Katie Jensen with the 2021 Women in Stone Pioneer Award and Brie Pfannenbecker with the 2020 Person of the Year Award. She was instrumental in her company donating stone to multiple Gary Sinise Foundation R.I.S.E
Tile Talk
JULY 22, 2014
Porcelain and ceramic tiles are very similar, especially when compared to cement tiles, quarry tile, glass tiles or stone. The PEI ratings is commonly referred to as “abrasion resistance” and is probably the most commonly used industry rating for wear. View our Handcrafted Porcelain.
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