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Karndean introduces Opus stone looks

Floor Covering News

Karndean Designflooring introduced new stone looks to the 20mil Opus glue-down luxury vinyl tile (LVT) flooring range, including Iberian-inspired patterned tiles and additional sizes in existing colorways. The second design reflects the original cut of the opposing face of the stone. Export, Pa.—Karndean Iberian-Inspired Tiles.

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A Note From Jim: MIA Focuses on 2015

StoneDimensions

I had the privilege of going to Spain in November to witness the MIA receive a Macael Award, as well as learn more about the local stone market in the Macael region. While in Spain I was asked to detail who the MIA members were and what priorities the MIA organization would be focused on in 2015. 2015 Initiatives / Goals.

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A Clean Slate: How Rough Slate Can Have a Clean Aesthetic

Architectural Ceramics

Most of Europe’s slate, for example, comes from Spain. European countries that are lesser known but also offer slate quarries are Belgium, Germany, Italy and Wales. However, adding natural stone tile like slate adds value to any renovation. Slate is sourced from different areas of the world.

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Quartz VS. Quartzite Countertops: Make the Right Choice for Your Kitchen

Kitchens for Living

Silestone by Cosentino comes from Spain and Caesarstone from Israel. It is completely natural, mined from quarries just like granite. Some well-known brand names of quartz counter tops include Cambria, Caesarstone, Silestone by Cosentino, Pompeii and Zodiaq but there are more. Cambria is the only one manufactured in North America.

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Experiences of Buying Granite Worktops

Granite4Less

At granite worktops we believe that there is a granite stone to suit every person. If you haven’t found the right stone for you yet, our experts will help you find the perfect one for you. Granite has its own aesthetic draws, depth and beauty that come with natural stone. Does it sound like a difficult task?

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Kitchen and Residential Design: A Coverings preview

Kitchen and Residential Design

• Apavisa (Booth 2519) is heading to Coverings with Archconcept, a new collection of patterns in stone, metal and cement finishings that are inspired by the latest manufacturing technology and trends in architecture. Pietra Valmalenco offers a contemporary stone look whereas Cottage features a rustic wood style.

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Kitchen and Residential Design: Let me vent a little about Houzz

Kitchen and Residential Design

Natural stone is a natural product and even stones that come from the same quarry change radically over time. You cannot order a natural stone counter out of a catalog and you have to pick the slabs your counters will be made from in person. He or she will set you up with the stone youre looking for. Deal with it.

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