Stone Column

Quartz’s Brilliant Radiance Has Its Shadows
As the title of this article suggests, quartz, in as abundant, useful, spiritual, glittering and stunningly beautiful as it is, happens to also have a very dark or “shadow” side which must be understood and diligently respected. If not, the consequences could lead to an array of health issues ranging from compromised breathing to death.

What is the Current State of the Stone Industry?

The Natural Stone Institute executive board officers led an open discussion with fabricators from across North America about pertinent issues affecting them today.

The Legacy Of Alabama White Marble Holds Strong
With the demand for Alabama white marble continuing to rise, AM3 works hard to quarry the material from a longstanding deposit in the Appalachian Mountains.

The National Stone Institute Talks About Silica Legislation
We talk to Jim Hieb, the CEO of The Natural Stone Institute, about what the current silica legislation.

Highlights From The 2024 China Xiamen International Stone Fair

With the theme “Say Hi,” the Xiamen Stone Fair 2024 hit a new record -- expanding its exhibition space to more than 200,000 square feet and more than 2,000 exhibitors from around the world.

Technology Update

Ardex X 77™ MICROTEC® by Ardex Stone Veneer System Solutions.

About the Cover:

Alabama Marble Mineral & Mining Co. “AM3” owns and operates a 50-acre quarry nestled on the white marble belt on the southwestern edge of the Appalachian Mountains in Sylacauga, AL.

Photo by Jennifer Richinelli at the Alabama Marble Mineral & Mining Co. “AM3”