Sunday, March 22, 2009

BIO GLASS

The Bio Glass shown here is made from 100% recycled molded glass shards. It can be used for wall coverings, interior flooring, and countertops. According to the company, one slab of Bio Glass saves one cubic yard of landfill and reduces 35 pounds of CO2 emissions.

























Tuesday, March 17, 2009

Soapstone




Soapstone:
is talc based, in other words it is a soft material. It scratches easily; however, the scratches can be sanded out. Soapstone is not chemically sensitive and radiates heat; it will not etch, stain, or burn.
Although soapstone is soft, it is very dense, making it ideal for countertops. Soapstone also requires no sealing, but oiling is recommended to enhance color and keep it from drying out. Soapstone comes from Brazil and India.

Sunday, March 1, 2009

Vetrazzo..100% Green... What!?!?!?

Vetrazzo
These beautiful slabs consist of 85% recycled glass and cement, and do not contain resins that emit VOC’s. 100% of Vetrazzo glass is recycled, mostly from curbside recycling programs. Other sources include reclaimed glass from building demolition, decommissioned traffic lights, stemware and dinnerware, and other non-recyclable glass that would otherwise end up in a landfill. It can be used in a variety of applications; from countertops and vanities to flooring and architectural cladding. It is both highly durable and aesthetically versatile. Made on the West Coast from regional materials, Vetrazzo is a great option for those seeking sustainable building surfaces from local sources.
Did I mention they are 100% American Made!

















Tuesday, February 17, 2009

Van Gogh Tile & Natural Stone











Yes you can now own your very own Van Gogh! In tile and Natural Stone that is.




Wednesday, February 4, 2009

Where does Natural Stone come from?
















Marble and Granite quarries are mined all over the world. Most Marble that you find is from Italy, Greece, and Brazil. While Granite is all over the world, Africa, Canada, USA, Noraway, Brazil to name a few. Travertine mainly comes from Turkey, Greece, Peru and Mexico. Slate, Quartz, Soapstone, Fossil Stone, Sandstone, and so on; are all over the world, maybe the moon?