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Gilasi Recycled Glass Stone - Commonly Asked Questions

Gilasi Recycled Glass Stone - Commonly Asked Questions

What is Gilasi recycled glass surface made of?  Gilasi is a durable, non-porous surface composed of 77% to 85% locally sourced recycled glass by weight, bound together with a VOC-free, aeronautics-grade epoxy resin. Manufactured in Chicago, IL, it provides a...

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The Interior Designer's Guide to Recycled Glass Countertops

The Interior Designer's Guide to Recycled Glass Countertops

Standard quartz has started to feel a bit uninspired. It’s practical and safe, but modern spaces often call for more character. If you're looking to add distinct personality to a design while using environmentally responsible materials, recycled glass countertops are...

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GEOS Recycled Glass Surfaces - Commonly Asked Questions

GEOS Recycled Glass Surfaces - Commonly Asked Questions

1. What are GEOS recycled glass surfaces made of?  GEOS is a sustainable, terrazzo-style surface made from a visually striking blend of post-industrial recycled glass. The glass is securely bound together using a proprietary low-VOC resin, creating a highly durable,...

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Durat Recycled Solid Surface - Commonly Asked Questions

Durat Recycled Solid Surface - Commonly Asked Questions

Material Composition & Sustainability 1. What is Durat solid surface made of? Durat is a solid surface material composed of up to 28% recycled pre-consumer hard plastics blended with polyester-based resins and pigments. This unique composition creates a vibrant, non-porous...

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The Slab War of 2026, Part 2: The Big-Box Fabrication Takeover

The Slab War of 2026, Part 2: The Big-Box Fabrication Takeover

Let’s be honest: if your current business strategy relies on cutting the exact same 3cm basic white-veined quartz slab that a homeowner can order at a retail checkout counter between buying lightbulbs and mulch, you’re in trouble. The rumors were...

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So, How’s That Imported Quartz Working Out For You?

So, How’s That Imported Quartz Working Out For You?

A Totally Calm, Not-At-All-Panicked Guide to Surfacing Without Tariffs, Port Delays, or OSHA Audits. Let’s check in on the stone industry, shall we? If you’re an architect, designer, or fabricator, your supply chain currently feels like a high-stakes game of...

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The Natural Choice: Why Organoid Natural Wallcoverings Are Redefining Sustainable Surfaces

The Natural Choice: Why Organoid Natural Wallcoverings Are Redefining Sustainable Surfaces

In modern commercial and residential design, sustainable surfaces must deliver on three fronts: biophilic beauty, human health, and verified carbon data. Organoid natural wallcoverings represent a unique category of bio-surfacing: real, organic plant matter including alpine hay, cornflower petals, lavender, moss,...

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Informed, Prepared, and Safe: A Timeline of CaraGreen’s Ongoing Conversation on Crystalline Silica

Informed, Prepared, and Safe: A Timeline of CaraGreen’s Ongoing Conversation on Crystalline Silica

The surfacing industry is undergoing a monumental shift. Between Australia’s nationwide ban on engineered stone taking effect on July 1, 2024, California’s STOP Act (SB-20) taking effect in January 2026, and Cal/OSHA’s May 21, 2026 emergency ban capping crystalline silica content in artificial stone at under 1.0%, the move toward non-toxic, low-silica materials has rapidly accelerated.

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Elevated in Salt Lake City: Our Very First All Slab Fabbers Workshop!

Elevated in Salt Lake City: Our Very First All Slab Fabbers Workshop!

The CaraGreen team recently packed our bags and headed west to Salt Lake City from July 16th - 17th for the All Slab Fabbers Workshop, and as our very first ASF event, we were excited to see what the community was all about.

Spoiler alert: It did not disappoint.

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