In-the-trenches fabrication advice.
For the last decade, marble hasn’t been all that popular as granite became more affordable than ever. Granite’s ease of maintenance and scratch resistance made it easy for buyers to leave marble in the dust.
By Cameron DeMille
I recently received an email from a good friend of mine in Arizona who also happens to be a materials supplier for our industry. A homeowner contacted him about having a granite countertop repaired, and asked if there was anyone he could recommend. Since I live about an hour-and-a-half away, I got the call.
By Reuben Flax
Stone has always been considered a luxury material sought out for the finest homes and the most-discerning clients. Until recently, the fabrication of stone counters was a very labor-intensive process resulting in high costs to the end-user. The modern digital area ushered in the use of CNC technology to the point of it becoming ubiquitous.
By Donny Taylor
In today’s world of hyperfast information technology, it’s just as quick to pass on misinformation as it is to show the real merits of stone. I’ve found that, in recent years, one of the toughest parts of the stone business is correctly educating prospective clients prior to the sale.
By Donny Taylor
After finishing the November 2007 column about “finding the balance”, it struck me how much the granite business will try to manage your life. I also realized that the confusion in a project’s details will also control your sales, cash flow and your reputation.
By Donny Taylor
It’s a challenge we all face – how do we find the time for our family, while trying to manage a business?
By Donny Taylor
You’ve seen all the new gadgets and technologies in stoneworking. You drooled over the new robots and CNC routers. So … now what?
By Donny Taylor
Grinders, polishers, saws – all are an integral part of your business. So what are you doing to help the tools that help you?
By Donny Taylor
Have you ever needed a tool that isn’t available on the market? How about an innovative process to help raise the quality of your countertops? Did you make them yourself, or modify an existing product?
By Donny Taylor
In many parts of the United States, stone countertop pricing keeps getting lower and lower. So how do you, as a fabricator, deal with it?