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International Tile & Stone Show

This show is made possible through a partnership between the International Tile and Stone Show and Marmomacc in Verona, Italy. These two shows are now linked to from the "Global Solution" with the aim of reducing exhibition costs and improving attendance. Visit the show's website directly at www.itssexpos.com



Italy's - Marmomacc International Exhibition of Marble

Marmomacc International Exhibition of Marble - Stone and Technology is held each year in the Verona Exhibition Centre, Verona, Italy. This is the largest stone related show in the world. To get more information go to www.marmomacc.com



StonExpo

StonExpo - sponsored by Stonexpo Federation and The Marble Institute of America. The largest stone trade show in North America, StonExpo is a must for anyone in the natural stone trade. With today's fast moving pace this show can keep you updated on new and improved technology in the tools and machinery field, as well as the new material products hitting the market from all ends of the globe. For more information on StonExpo go to www.stonexpo.com or www.Marble-Institute.com.



SeaStone - The Mystique of the Sea

gotmarble.com received an e-mail asking if we had ever heard of SeaStone. Since we had not heard about SeaStone, or their unique product, we requested and received an information package and product samples. The samples resemble fossil stones similar to Texas Sandstone or even Jerusalem Gold. SeaStone is composed of natural seashell fossil aggregate mixed in a cementatious matris. The final product resembles the quality of natural stone. SeaStone products include tile, table tops, swimming pool copings, etc. SeaStone is based in Ft. lauderdale, Florida. To contact SeaStone or to find a dealer near you their website is www.SeaStoneGroup.com. SeaStone Group, Inc. can also be contacted by calling 954-522-7866 or fax 954-462-6420. Watch for SeaStone to be featured in our "what's new" section in the near future!!!



Soapstone

We receive an increasing number of e-mail regarding Soapstone. The popularity of soapstone is timeless. Most suppliers and fabricators will agree that the majority of their business is in other natural stones and that they occasionally get a soapstone project. There are a handfull of companys that specialise in soapstone. One such company, Vermont Soapstone Co. just celebrated their 150th anniversary in the business. They are miners, importer, and custom manufacturers and have set the highest standards for the soapstone industry . Their work ranges from custom sinks, kitchen
countertops, bathroom vanitys and fireplaces. For more information on Vermont Soapstone Co. visit their website at www.VermontSoapstone.com . You can also reach them at 802-263-5404 or fax 802-263-9451. For additional companies that handle Soapstone enter "keyword; soapstone" on our vendors page or contact a supplier or fabricator in your area.



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