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- CaesarStone Announces Eight New Colors To Ring In the New Year
- (1/12/2009)
- CaesarStone is proud to introduce Color Expressions 09, eight new colors to be added to its already extensive line of over 40 innovative colors, including multiple textures and finishes.
- Glass Can Also Top Counters
- Augusta Chronicle, The (12/28/2008)
- When putting in a new kitchen, some folks try to impress with their choice of appliances. Michele Upvall's kitchen remodel in the Winchester Condominiums in Oakland, Pa., is a case in point. "I'm sure for the times, it was very in," says Ms. Upvall, associate dean and director of Carlow University's school of nursing.
- Finish Variations Add Glimmer, Depth To Glass Tile Applications
- Intelligencer Journal (12/26/2008)
- Just like some people's eyes appear to change color depending on the light they're in, or the still water of a lake creates a subtle depth when looking through the surface, many new varieties of glass tile create a wide range of illusions and "pop" when used in applications such as an inlay accent or an entire kitchen backsplash.While a couple manufacturers of other types of tile are getting into the glass arena, the explosion seems to be in the variety being designed and made available by the recognizable glass tile manufacturers, according to Chad Burger, warehouse customer representative at Garden State Tile, 1260 Corporate Blvd. He sees a big push in the recycled glass tile products because of the environmentally sound attributes many commercial, as well as residential, clients are looking for.Glass tiles can be anything from transparent with or without a color backing, color that is homogenous through a translucent tile, color that has a milky opalescence, to glass tiles that have an iridescent finish on the surface to catch light much like an oily surface.
- New to Use: Cleverly Kick Clutter Out of the Kitchen New to Use: Cleverly Kick Clutter Out of the Kitchen
- Virginian - Pilot (12/6/2008)
- The most defining feature of your kitchen isn't the clutter, is it? Well, the Black & Decker SpaceMaker Plus and Traditional lines can help you take care of that.This allows you to clear the kitchen countertop, giving you more space for cooking and entertaining.
- Counter the Expense With Laminate Granite
- Richmond Times - Dispatch (11/28/2008)
- Can't afford granite countertops? The new Jeweled Series from Wilsonart offers homeowners a faux alternative to more expensive stone counters. Inspired by Italian, French and Asian granites, the Jeweled Series features warm, subtle tones and light-catching textures often found in polished stone.
- New Arrivals: Sept/Oct 2008
- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (9/14/2008)
- Autumn Arrivals: The new season brings a fresh selection of eco-friendly building products.
- Study Estimates Average Life of Home Components
- Daily Herald; Arlington Heights, Ill. (7/18/2008)
- How long will your roof last? Knowing the life expectancy of your homes building components canhelp you determine how to deal with the inevitable.The National Association of Home Builders together with Bank ofAmerica Home Equity recently created a "Life Expectancy of HomeComponents" study that outlines the longevity of housing components.What follows are some of the reports findings and tips for prolongingall your homes parts.
- Solid-Surface Countertop
- Journal of Light Construction (6/4/2008)
- Solid-surface countertops are typically built up along the edges to make the 1/2-inch material look thicker. That's not necessary with Eos, which comes in 3-centimeter-thick sheets. It's sold in 31 colors and costs between $48 and $60 per square foot installed. 800/719-3671.
- Stone Expands Natural Stone Countertop Offerings
- (6/3/2008)
- Due to an overwhelming demand for stain-resistant granite countertops, Innovative Stone® debuts its premium, anti-stain natural stone countertop collection, called Everlife™. This new environmentally conscious collection does not require sealing—typical for most countertop surfaces—and is protected by Innovative Stone's breakthrough PermaShield™ technology.
The Grothouse Lumber Company Introduces The First Truly Permanent and Waterproof Wood Countertop Finish- ebuild (5/21/2008)
- The Grothouse Lumber Company unveils their Durata finish, the first truly permanent wood countertop finish. The Durata finish is waterproof, chemical resistant and does not require recoating. The Grothouse Lumber Company is well-known for their premium quality, technical expertise and crafting signature pieces.
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