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About Stone	http://aboutstone.org	About Stone is an international, non-commercial, information and contact resource for people who work with stone. Our two main services are the Stone Directory and Stone Conversations (the stone mailing list). We have been here since 1997.
CNC Tool Advice	http://www.cnctooladvice.com	Welcome to the all new CNC tooling and fabrication forum. Here the experienced staff at Granite City Tool will answer any questions related to fabricating with CNC technology.
Granite City Tool Stone Fabrication Seminar	http://www.gctseminar.com/	Granite City Tool has been selling stone tooling since 1885. With well over a hundred years of stone working experience, Granite City Tool is one of the best in the industry for education.
Stone Advice	http://www.stoneadvice.com	You have found the comprehensive portal to the amazing world of natural stone. We can answer your questions and help solve problems. If you are a consumer and need information on the care and maintenance of granite countertops, marble vanities, slate fireplaces, limestone baths, soapstone islands or onyx, tile, you are at the right place.
StoneCarvers Guild	http://www.stonecarversguild.com	The StoneCarvers Guild is a community of carvers, sharing knowledge and information and providing security and fraternity to members of our trade.
Carving Studio & Sculpture Center	http://www.carvingstudio.org	The Carving Studio and Sculpture Center offers weeklong workshops that are intensive, informative and invaluable creative experiences for participants ranging from mature professional artists to high school students exploring life options.
GravestonePreservation.info	http://www.gravestonepreservation.info	Gravestone Preservation & Restoration Information to Help Promote Restoring Historic Cemeteries
Stone Restoration Secrets	http://www.stonerestorationsecrets.com	Make a great income by learning to refinish marble, travertine and all stone surfaces.

Industry Related Organizations


Marble Institute of America	http://www.marble-institute.com/	For sixty years, the Marble Institute of America (MIA) has served as the authoritative source of information on standards of natural stone workmanship and practice and the suitable application of natural stone products.
Monument Builders of North America	http://www.monumentbuilders.org	MBNA was designed to educate memorialists and give them a forum to exchange ideas and advancements of the industry. Almost 100 years later, MBNA continues to be the center of the memorialization industry, providing support, protection and inspiration for the professional memorialist. We invite you to join the best in the industry by coming a member of MBNA.
Stonecarvers Guild	http://www.stonecarversguild.com	The Stone Carvers Guild is a group of independent working professional carvers based throughout the United States. We are working to ensure that carved stone will continue to play an important role in our built environment throughout the 21st century and beyond.
National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA)	http://www.tile-assn.com	Organized and chartered in 1947, the National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) is a non-profit trade association serving every segment of the industry, and is recognized as the largest and most respected tile contractors association in the world.
Direct Sculpture	http://www.hammerchiselandstone.com	Hammer Chisel and Stone gallery offers a rare opportunity to view and purchase direct sculpture in stone. Direct stone sculpture involves a relationship between the sculptor and the stone. No calculations or previous models are used. The sculptor creates a dialogue with the stone while carving. The result is the unveiling of the artist's inner image by searching for hidden contents in the stone.
Building Stone Institute	http://www.buildingstoneinstitute.org/	Founded in 1919, Building Stone Institute is a not-for-profit trade association dedicated to serving its member firms while at the same time educating consumers on the uses and benefits of natural stone. For nearly 90 years, BSI has worked on behalf of the quarries, fabricators, dealers, importers, exporters, carvers, restorers, designers, and installers that comprise our membership.
Elberton Granite Association	http://www.egaonline.com	Founded in 1951, the Elberton Granite Association, Inc. is the largest trade association of granite quarriers and manufacturers in the United States. More than 250,000 granite memorials are manufactured annually by E.G.A. firms and shipped throughout the United States.
International Cemetery and Funeral Association	http://www.icfa.org	The International Cemetery and Funeral Association (ICFA) is the only international trade association representing the entire allied cemetery, funeral and memorialization industries. Founded in 1887 as the American Cemetery Association, the organization was created by cemetery owners and managers whose goal was to improve the appearance and operations of their properties.
International Solid Surface Fabricators Association	http://www.issfa.org	Founded in February of 1997, the International Solid Surface Fabricators Association (ISSFA) is a not-for-profit trade association established to further the personal and professional interests of the solid surface and quartz fabricator.
Stone Menagerie Rock Art	http://linwellford.com	Lin Wellford illustrates some of the amazing possibilities for creating a wide variety of animals, little rock cottages, and three dimensional flowers and plants using ordinary rocks and stones. Information is available on upcoming books as well as for ordering custom artwork. Both kids and adults can enjoy this fascinating, inexpensive and creative pastime.
StonExpo	http://www.stonexpo.com	StonExpo covers it all. This is the one show that brings the entire industry together-a focused event that's designed to help you claim your share of this growing market.

Industry Related Directories


Solid Surface Magazine	http://www.solidsurfacemagazine.com	Journal of the solid surface and stone industries.
Stone World Magazine	http://www.stoneworld.com	Stone World magazine is recognized worldwide as the leading source of information on stone use in architecture and interior design as well as stone production, distribution, installation, and maintenance. With technical information, high quality architectural photography and in-depth international industry coverage, Stone World is designed for and read by the top buyers and decision makers.
Building Stone Magazine	http://www.buildingstonemagazine.com	Building Stone is the official publication of the Building Stone Institute. With in-depth features, high-quality photographs and articles covering a broad spectrum of industry concerns, Building Stone offers a comprehensive view of the latest trends in the natural stone trade.
Masonry Magazine	http://www.masonrymagazine.com	This periodical covers every aspect of the mason contractor profession - not only equipment and techniques but topics such as building codes and standards, training the future masonry labor force, business planning, promoting your business, job interviewing, negotiation, legal issues and more.
Tile Letter	http://www.tileletter.com/	The premier publication and resource for tile and stone contractors worldwide.

Industry Related Directories


The Tool Directory	http://www.thetooldirectory.com	The most comprehensive listing of tool sources ever compiled. Created by The information Refinery, Inc., (the leading source for construction related databases since 1986), The Tool Directory is a one-stop source for today's busy professional.
Construction Info Exchange	http://www.constructioninfoexchange.com	A great way for you to promote your web site on over 125 construction related web sites, FREE OF CHARGE! This banner exchange is designed strictly for B2B sites that appeal to the construction, design and building management marketplace. It’s easy to join and set up and a sure fire way to increase traffic to your site.
Free Construction Magazines	http://www.freeconstructionmagazines.com	A one stop source for over 100 Free Trade Publications covering all phases of the Building, Design, Management marketplace. A quick and easy way to make sure that you keep up to date with all the news and product information you’ll need to run your business.
AEC Sales Leads	http://www.aecsalesleads.com	A great way to receive exclusive sales leads of homeowners in your market searching for assistance with their upcoming home improvement projects. All leads are exclusive to 1 professional only. Leads are instantly emailed to you. Leads are less than 1 minute old when they are sent to you. No time commitment or contracts. This is a great opportunity to increase your sales at a very reasonable price
Free Stuff for Contractors	http://www.freestuffforcontractors.com	New Sources and Solutions for YOUR Business! Sign up to receive free information and additional free offers for the construction and design industries.
The Construction Marketplace	http://www.theconstructionmarketplace.com	Receive free product samples, free up to the minute news and legislation, free direct from manufacturer pricing, free discounts, wholesale pricing opportunities, free closeouts and surplus building material offers, free trade magazines, news letters and much more!

Crafted Stone Products


FG Laytrad Contracts	http://www.laytrad.co.uk	FG Laytrad Contracts are a leading provider for over 20 years of dining chairs, barstools, easy seating and reception seating for the contract market.
shane wilson S C U L P T U R E	http://www.shanewilson.com	Shane Wilson is a sculptor who has lived and worked in the Yukon since 1987. His passion is the creation of carved sculpture from a variety of northern media: moose and caribou antler; bone; bison, mountain sheep and goat horn; mammoth tusk and old walrus ivory. He also works in stone and bronze.
Sax Stone Carving	http://www.saxstonecarving.com	Sax Stone Carving features stone carving workshops that give you an opportunity to work side by side with highly accomplished sculptors. These workshops give you one-on-one time with these stone crafters to assist you on an individual level. Featuring the "East Meets West" workshop with Kazutaka Uchida & Joseph Kincannon.
BarroNica -- Handmade Clay Tile Products	http://www.barronica.com	Handmade clay roof tile, clay floor tile, clay pool tile, antique roof tile and more building materials.
Starcrystal's StoneBlasted Graphics	http://www.starcrystal.com	StoneBlasted Graphics presents designs in stone and glass. We sandblast your design or ours onto a stone of choice. From pocket stones to garden stones, from address to business stones, we can work with you to achieve the desire you wish.
Graves Memorial	http://www.qualitymarkers.com	Graves Memorial – Use our unique design tool at qualitymarkers.com to draw a custom and real life grave marker that will be a meaningful tribute to your departed loved one’s memory. When you design your marker online choose a granite color, the right style for your text and artwork to make your marker both unique and beautiful. Free shipping is included in every price.

Tool Manufacturer Links


Abrasive Technology	http://www.abrasive-tech.com	Abrasive Technology develops, manufactures and markets state-of-the-art diamond and CBN tooling for grinding applications
Lithichrome Stone Paint	http://www.lithichrome.com/	For over 60 years Lithichrome has specialized in color contrasting, bonding and weatherproofing all types of stone. Lithichrome stone products include stone paint, solvent, shadow, polish, joint and bottom sealer, masking paste, etc.
Blue Diamond Tools	http://www.bluediamondtools.com	Blue Diamond electroplated diamond tools for granite, marble, and natural stone fabrication. Specializing in electroplated diamond tool re-tipping.
Patriot M127-18 Gantry Saw	http://www.patriotsaw.com/	The Patriot M127-18 Gantry Saw reduces the time needed to cut slabs along with reducing labor costs for cutting slabs. Makes cutting countertops and vanities a breeze. The Patriot M127-18 Gantry Saw is designed and built in the United States.
The Fab-Saw Stone Rail Saw	http://www.fabsaw.com/	The Fab-Saw is the most advanced and practical Stone Rail Saw for the counter-top fabrication market. It is fully manufactured in the US. This portable rail saw is made of T6 aluminum for durability and strength.
Alpha Professional Tools	http://www.alpha-tools.com	Quality Products for all stone and glass.
Flex Power Tools	http://www.flex-tools.com	Developer, manufacturer, and marketer of quality tools for specialists
Dia-Pro Tools	http://www.diaprotools.com	Diamond blades, stone saws, profile wheels, diamond core bits, diamond polishing discs and grinding wheels, stone slab saws and stone tiles saws, pneumatic and electric grinders and polishers, and many other tools for manufacturing stone countertops, monuments, and other stone products.
Metabo Power Tools	http://www.metabo.com/com/english	The craftsman's brands. Power tools built by professionals for professionals.
Galeski Power Tools	http://www.galeski.de	Manufacturer of high quality stone processing machines
Felisatti Power Tools	http://www.felisatti.it	All over the world you can find FELISATTI power tools thought for professional users who demand high and specialized performance for their work.

Stone Suppliers


Farzin RockStone	http://www.rockstone.biz	Farzin RockStone is a manufacturer, supplier and exporter of a full range of Iranian natural stones including Iranian Travertine, Marble, Onyx, and Granite.
Solid Rock LLC.	http://www.solidrockllc.com	Solid Rock LLC is located in the heart of granite country in central South Dakota. Solid Rock LLC is committed to serving you by providing outstanding granite at great prices.
Indian Stone House	http://www.indianstonehouse.com	Suppliers and exporters of granite, sandstone and slatestone in the form of tiles, slabs, blocks, strips, cobbles, bricks and pebbles.
Native Rock	http://www.nativerock.com	Native Rock is a professional building-stone and landscape rock provider based in Sheridan, Montana.
Granitslab International	http://www.granitslab.com/	Granitslab is a leading wholesale granite slab manufacturer and supplier in North America. Our products are used by some of the most recognized countertop manufacturers in the United States and Canada. With more than 150 colors of granite, we offer the largest choice when it comes to granite slabs.

Concrete and Construction


ConcreteIdeas.com	http://www.concreteideas.com	Learn to build concrete countertops for your kitchen and other parts of your home or business.
World of Concrete	http://www.worldofconcrete.com	No other event has the scope - or focus - of the commercial construction industry's most important event - all the products, resources and valuable information you need to strengthen your entire operation and start the year out right.
American Society of Concrete Contractors	http://www.ascconline.org	The American Society of Concrete Contractors was formed by and for concrete contractors and others who provide services and goods to the industry. It is a powerful organization of contractors who share the same goals - to improve their businesses and their roles as contractors.
Concrete Network	http://www.concretenetwork.com	ConcreteNetwork.com is the largest directory of concrete contractors in the U.S. and Canada!
ChooseBy Natural Stones, Tools and Machineries Supplies	http://www.chooseby.com	The search engine for discovering in simple and detailed way the professional that can satisfy every demand in stone branch.