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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. One, for example, is its truly unique look, and that’s not just from stone type to stone type but from installation to installation, derived from the stones inherently irreplicable features—unlike look-alike products in adjacent categories.

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University of Ceramic Tile and Stone lowers tuition costs

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The University of Ceramic Tile and Stone (UofCTS) said it has received many requests to make its online courses available at a lower cost. This course is designed to give salespeople the tools they need in order to increase sales and avoid customer false expectations and more. Understanding the Basics of Natural Stone.

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Grouts, sealants help ease the task at hand

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It’s important for exterior installations to be protected from the [prospect] of efflorescence,” said Ian O’Connor, product manager, grout, care and tools, Custom Building Products. He recommended a rapid-setting, high-performance cement grout as well as a rapid-set, high-performance mortar. wide variety of indoor and outdoor projects.