5
Jan
2021
History of Quartz Mining
Quartz is a beautiful mineral made out of some of the simplest elements on earth: silicon and oxygen. Yet when their atoms combine in a tetrahedral formation, beautiful quartz crystals are formed that have been used to make jewelry and carvings since ancient times. The ancient Greeks referred to quartz as krustallos, meaning icy cold, […]
10
Nov
2020
Kitchen Countertops 101: Explore Your Options Here
If you’re in the market for new countertops, odds are you’re already aware of the wide variety of countertop materials available today. It can be daunting to know exactly which style of counter you need that also fits the aesthetic you want. We understand that challenge, which is why we’ve compiled a list of some […]
26
Aug
2020
Advice From Quartz Manufacturers: Caring for Your Quartz
Quartz can transform a so-so kitchen countertop or bathroom vanity top into a statement-making piece that stands up to the test of time. Whether you’re looking for an upgrade or you are simply curious about how to care for quartz, NuStone Quartz is here for you. As your quartz manufacturer and provider, we take great […]
12
Aug
2020
6 Signs It’s Time for New Countertops
In the daily craziness of life, you want your kitchen to feel like an oasis — or at least a place where you can enjoy your time instead of constantly rushing off to the next task. If your kitchen has an inconvenient layout, poor design, or simply doesn’t match your personal style, then chances are […]
22
Jul
2020
What to Look for When Choosing a Quartz Manufacturer
As a homeowner, there are so many aspects to consider when renovating or updating a kitchen. You have costs, styles, and time frames at the very top of the list. As you’re actually doing the kitchen remodel, you realize there are so many other aspects to consider as well, such as electrical, cabinetry, durability, and […]
8
Jul
2020
What to Consider When Choosing New Countertops
The kitchen is where the magic happens. Where your family comes together for meals and your friends join together for drinks after a hectic week. Why not make sure the space is reminiscent of just how special it is? With new countertops, you can completely transform your kitchen and turn it into a dream oasis […]
5
May
2020
Granite vs Quartz Countertops: What You Need to Know
If you watch home improvement shows, granite probably feels like the end-all, be-all kitchen countertop option — but that is doing some serious erasure of the huge variety of other stone countertop options out there! One of the options that offers a splendid array of similar colors to granite is quartz, but many people overlook […]
14
Feb
2020
Quartz Tariffs and India | Where are we now?
The International Trade Commission (ITC) will release its findings on the countervailing case in mid-October which could yield 0-15% extra duty. The ITC will decide the anti-dumping case in mid-January — are we speculating a 341% tariff like with Chinese quartz? Is India subsidizing the quartz factories for a competitive advantage?How soon will we see […]
3
Aug
2019
Quartz Tariffs, A Ripple Effect — Exports Slow from India
Immediately after the Chinese tariff case was decided, imposing a 341% tariff, we’re facing another blow to quartz imports. In early May, Anti-dumping cases were filed for India and Turkey. Concerned about back-dated or retro-active tariffs, many have already slowed orders. After-all, during the China case, U.S. Customs collected and held 341% tariffs in escrow. […]
3
Aug
2019
Quartz Tariffs & Anti-Dumping — Court Decisions
On June 12th the ITC announced the outcome of the Chinese tariff case affecting the import of Chinese quartz. While 3 separate tariffs were reviewed (plus the option of enacting tariffs retroactively,) some are calling the final decision a win and some are calling it a loss. Watch as Steven explains the outcome in this […]12
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