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Alleanza Quartz Launches Across the East Coast

Apr 5, 2021

Richmond, VA (April 1, 2021):  In response to the growing demand for quartz surface options, EUROPEAN and MARVA, divisions of Trajus Surfaces and premier wholesale distributors of high-end natural stone materials, have answered the call. 

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White Eyes Granite: Design Information and Inspiration Beyond the Surface

Dec 18, 2018

The speckled grey, black, and ivory of White Eyes granite design is adaptable and stylish for nearly any kitchen.

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Natural Stones to Suit 2019 Color Trends

Dec 11, 2018

Designers are already predicting the hottest color trends for 2019. Leaders in the Home Improvement industry such as PPG, Benjamin Moore, and Sherwin Williams have named their 2019 Colors of the Year, and the palette is wonderfully diverse: Moody blues, bold blue-green shades, earthy red-browns and ...

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Granite, Stainless Steel and Breakfast Bars Are the Crème de la Crème of Kitchen Trends

Dec 4, 2018

What makes a kitchen amazing? We've teamed up with Redfin to to see which design trends are on the rise, and which are falling like a bad soufflé.

Where does your kitchen's design fall on the spectrum?

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Unexpected Places to Use Cambria

Nov 27, 2018

There are plenty of reasons to love Cambria’s quartz countertops in the kitchen: they’re nonporous, scratch-resistant, and strikingly beautiful. But why should the kitchen get all the attention?

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Why Cambria is Perfect for Rental Properties

Nov 20, 2018

Hotels, apartments, timeshares, even properties used for AirBnBs – these days, there are plenty of opportunities for short-term rentals, so that people can travel comfortably. When designing a space that will be used this way, it’s important to consider the increased traffic that ...

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Torquay™ by Cambria: Design Information and Inspiration Beyond the Surface

Nov 13, 2018

A standout member of Cambria’s Marble Collection™, Torquay™ is a creamy, soft off-white shade that incorporates subtle ripples and blooms of grey for movement and interest. Cambria describes the design as “an instant classic [which] offers a beautiful marble-like appearance ...

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2019 Design Trends Using Natural Stone

Nov 6, 2018

Designers are looking forward to the new year and already forecasting trends and design elements that will define 2019. Fresh color schemes, mixing textures, and environmentally conscious materials will be embraced as an update to the fads of the past. Fortunately, there is a natural stone option ...

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Neolith Expands Its Catalog With Four New Designs

Oct 30, 2018

Versatile, durable, beautiful – there are plenty of reasons to love Sintered Compact Surfaces from Neolith. And now, with the addition of four new designs to their already extensive catalog, there are even more options available to create your dream kitchen.

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Neolith: The Ideal Stone for Climate Resilience

Oct 23, 2018

Climate change is a hot topic across the globe. Many architects and builders are feeling a professional obligation to figure out how to minimize their carbon footprints and embrace sustainable and resilient design.

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