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NSI to host 2023 Stone Summits

Floor Covering News

Oberlin, Ohio—The Natural Stone Institute (NSI) has released the schedule for the 2023 Stone Industry Education Series. During the Stone Summits, attendees will have the opportunity to source products from event sponsors and hosts and will benefit from dedicated networking time. Tennessee Stone Summit. Utah Stone Summit.

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How To Care For Marble Or Natural Stone From?

How to Floor Tile

Marble Institute Of America! link] I personally do not advocate using Marble, Travertine and other natural stone in showers or wet areas because it is too soft and hard to maintain. I built this shower recently and all the tile looks like marble but it really is Porcelain and manufacturers copy natural stone for a reason.

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Guest Post from Natural Stone Institute – Caring for your Natural Stone Surfaces at Home

JG Kitchens

Her gifts of marble, onyx, granite, soapstone and other stones have been justly prized for millennia. Marble and granite have long been popular for countertops, shower surrounds and floor tiles. Like a mane of glorious locks, natural stone surfaces require care to keep them at their best. Know Your Stone.

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Stone Selection for Your Fireplace: A Blend of Aesthetics and Functionality

Realstone

Delve into a comprehensive guide exploring the diverse range of fireplace stone options. Do your stone selection for your fireplace specify the timeless appeal of traditional stones, the sleek look of modern materials, or eco-friendly choices, find the perfect stone to enhance both the aesthetic and functional aspects of your fireplace.

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Stone Selection for Your Fireplace: A Blend of Aesthetics and Functionality

Realstone

Delve into a comprehensive guide exploring the diverse range of fireplace stone options. Do your stone selection for your fireplace specify the timeless appeal of traditional stones, the sleek look of modern materials, or eco-friendly choices, find the perfect stone to enhance both the aesthetic and functional aspects of your fireplace.

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Why is my White Marble Turning Yellow?

Architectural Ceramics

White Thinset is the standard recommendation for Bianco Carrara, Calacata, Onyx, Thassos, most Limestone, and other light or translucent stones. The use of a Gray colored Thinset can result in discoloration of the stone or the appearance of oily stains on the face of the stone. The availability of so many wonderful marbles.

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Tidying Up: How to Clean Up Different Tile Types

Architectural Ceramics

Check out the following tips below, organized into categories, to care for and maintain your porcelain, ceramic, glass or natural stone tile. Porcelain tile from AC’s Himalaya Collection , made to look like polished or matte marble. Stains like red wine on a marble surface are the enemy. Natural Stone.

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