Contents
Features
Heat up the ... Countertop?
Induction elements lets a home-kitchen chef do the cooking right on the surface -- but not all materials allow a well-done installation.
Fabricator Focus
Glenn Woods went through some tough times, but he's a big believer in second chances.
NKBA Design Awards
Learn how top U.S. designers used hard surfaces ... and what they paid.
Vol. 5, No. 6
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Stone Update Magazine is published six times annually and is available through the Internet at www.stonemag.com.
The opinions expressed by writers within the magazine, along with the materials and statements of advertisers, are theirs and do not express the views and operations of Stone Update Magazine. (This is classic lawyerspeak for making people and companies take responsibility for what they say in case something bad happens, so forewarned is forearmed.)
The management of Stone Update Magazine reserves the right to refuse any advertising or editorial submissions. (The lawyers sleep better if we say that, too.)
Departments
Spall
Know this man? You wouldn't be in the hard-surfaces business without him.
Capsule
A euro ain't worth what it used to be. Time to strike some bargains?
News Highlights
India quartz tariffs may get a big revision. Also, the Natural Stone Institute steps into the hardscape arena.
Hard-Surface Cinema
Get the latest information on Marmomac 2022 -- it's not too late to make your plans and go!
The Case for Gauged Porcelain
Arpi Nalbandian notes that installation is key with the large-format material.
The Safe Shop
Safety's an all-day affair, from lights-on to lights-out
SFA: What's the Answer?
To slope or not to slope? It's not a sea of troubles, but the Stone Fabricators Alliance steps into a battle on outdoor seams.
Product Talk
Our regular guide to goods and services for the hard-surfaces industry.
Workshelf
Stone Update Magazine offers audio versions of selected articles on one easy-to-access page.
The Directory
Find the solution you need for your business.
Agenda
The when and where of events and education for the industry.
Advertising Index
Contact Us
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On the cover: Catherine (aka Jake) Galand offers a heaping helping of Statuarietto marble in this Traditional Bath Award winner from the National Kitchen and Bath Design Awards. (Photo by Christopher Lee / courtesy NKBA)