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Natural Stone Institute announces scholarship recipients

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Oberlin, Ohio—The Natural Stone Institute has released the recipients of the 2023 Natural Stone Scholarship and Women in Stone Empowerment Scholarship. Three individuals have received 2023 Natural Stone Scholarships. Francee Alderson, general manager for American Stone in Vancouver, Wash.,

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NSI to welcome new board members

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Oberlin, Ohio—The Natural Stone Institute (NSI) said it will welcome two individuals to its board of directors in January 2023. Sal Banchitta, Simple Stone Care. Banchitta, who graduated from Hunter College with a Bachelors in geology, has served the natural stone industry for over 35 years in diverse capacities.

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NSI names Person, Craftsman of the Year

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The Natural Stone Institute presented its 2021 Person of the Year award to Michael Picco of Picco Group. Oberlin, Ohio—The Natural Stone Institute presented its 2021 Person of the Year award to Michael Picco of Picco Group, and named John Cierech of Tennessee Marble Company its 2021 Natural Stone Craftsman of the Year.

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Daltile launches new quartzite products

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“In the stone category , natural quartzite remains one of stone’s hottest offerings,” said Roy Viana, director of natural stone and slab for Daltile. Natural quartzites feature the luxurious look and feel of marble with all of the benefits of greater durability and hardness. ” Caldera Blue.

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Daltile launches its largest quartz slabs yet

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Dallas, Texas—Daltile has launched two new marble designs, Patriotic Calacatta and Independence Calacatta, into the brand’s ONE Quartz Surfaces American Reserve, National Marble collection. These two new quartz products are Made in the USA with imported materials in Dal-Tile Corporation’s quartz plant in Dickson, Tenn.,

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

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Key Takeaways: Diverse Stone Selections: A vast array of stone options is available for fireplace construction, each offering a unique aesthetic and functional advantage. Conversely, cultured stone offers a more cost-effective alternative with a vast variety of design options.

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

Realstone

Key Takeaways: Diverse Stone Selections: A vast array of stone options is available for fireplace construction, each offering a unique aesthetic and functional advantage. Conversely, cultured stone offers a more cost-effective alternative with a vast variety of design options.

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