Stikwood offers a new approach for the DIYer to create a sustainable, contemporary wood accent wall with their peel and stick solid wood. There is a wide range of woods available from the rustic Reclaimed Wine Barrel oak to the smooth and warm American Ash and Maple. Continue reading
Campground Blue Pine is a unique and beautiful material for flooring, wall and ceiling paneling and furniture. It can be any species of pine tree that acquires a natural blue stain after being infected by the Mountain Pine Beetle. These beetles are infecting forests in the American West at epidemic rates with Ponderosa and Lodgepole Pine the dominant evergreen species being affected. Sustainable Northwest Wood is proud to partner with small mills that are salvaging beetle-killed pine trees from public parks and campgrounds where the dead standing trees pose a risk to human users. Continue reading
The latest offering from Fireclay Tile is their Express Series of Subway Tile, composed of over 70% locally sourced recycled materials The tile is not only offered in timeless white gloss 3″ x 6″ tile, but it is also available in six neutral and contemporary hues. Continue reading
Grenite is a patented surface material developed by GSS LLC and manufactured by Saint-Gobain. It has a ceramic/resin matrix composed of 85% recycled post-industrial waste (recycled refractory ceramics), is manufactured via a cold-pour molded method of production and it is 100% recyclable. The material is extremely durable and is an excellent choice for countertops and other horizontal or vertical flat surfaces. Continue reading
LGT or Light Glass Technology was developed by the L.A. based Pulp Studio to reduce the weight of glass and improve its overall strength. The glass is laminated to an aluminum honeycomb core with aluminum facings, allowing for z-clips to be affixed to the back so that an installer can mechanically connect the glass panel to a framing system. Continue reading
Tohickon Glass Tiles is a leading innovator in glass forming and decoration located in PA. They purchased the Vitrium glass tile line in 2012 and through new techniques and technology have brought the line up to a high level of artistry and quality. This unique tile line has a three dimensional quality which is the result of the colors and textures on the back of the glass that are viewed through the crystal smooth glass on the front. Continue reading
Since 1859 Vermont Structural Slate has been quarrying slate in Vermont producing all types of architectural cladding, flooring and roofing products for commercial and residential buildings. They can provide panels and split-face veneers and shingles, as well as the uneven brick-like pieces used as masonry as pictured above. Continue reading
Infinity Stone is a handsome porcelain stoneware product from Gardenia Orchidea that is produced in large slabs and as well as small modules. The natural surface is ideal for exterior cladding and with the modularity of the collection perfect geometric patterns can be created. The company offers the stone in 12″ x 12″, 12 x 24″, 12″ x 48″, 24″ x 24″, 24″ x 48″ and 48″ x 48″ sizes and it is available in Moka, Nero, Grigio, Noce, Beige and White. Continue reading
Terralite Cement™ is a revolutionary, lightweight product made from cement and a proprietary, lightweight aggregate that only requires the addition of water. The tiny aerated Terralite Aggregate™ gives the cement a range of unique properties, including sound and thermal insulation. Since it is 80 percent lighter than traditional concrete it is ideal for flooring, wall systems, roofing and Geotechnical fill. Continue reading
In Martinique, the heart of the French West-Indian plantations, FIBandCO has developed Green Blade a new decorative veneer made with 100% recycled banana truck fibers. The banana plant is not a tree but is actually a giant herb that grows to its full size every nine months. Continue reading