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What's so great about Italian marble?

November 17, 2016

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Sculpted out of Italian marble between 1501-1504, marble statue by Michelangelo’s “David” is a testament to the longevity of marble.  Photo by Jörg Bittner Unna. This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported license.

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Which Marble is Named For a U.S. President?

July 07, 2016

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Home Décor: The Marble Movement

January 29, 2015

Not only does marble make a stunning surfacing choice, but it’s also one of today’s hottest home accessories! From exquisitely designed lighting to a simple candlestick, marble can now be found in some pretty unexpected places around the home. As a decorative material, it adds an elegance and warmth that’s undeniable.

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Marble in America: Colorado’s Yule Creek Quarry

January 08, 2015

Although Italy or Spain might come to mind for most people when asked where the best marble is quarried, some of the finest marble comes from right here in the U.S.A. One quarry in particular, the Yule Creek Quarry located in the West Elk Mountains of Colorado, yields a clean white marble with a homogeneous texture, popularly known as Calacatta Lincoln, that’s made this particular quarry an interesting part of American history. 

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The Majesty of Marble

December 30, 2014

Few things rival the beauty of marble. This majestic material has been used as a building material since ancient times. A favorite medium of the Greeks and Romans, marble has been a cultural symbol of refined tastes ever since. Today, marble is still a favorite material when creating a look of luxury.

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Calacatta…The Ferrari of Marbles

December 16, 2014

Ahhhh, Calacatta. Like the Ferrari of marbles, it symbolizes the epitome of luxury. It evokes strong emotions and is synonymous with elegance and quality. And for many, owning it is a dream come true. The proud owners of this beautiful kitchen by HB, LLC selected Calacatta Vagli for their vast center island, bringing their kitchen right into the fast lane of luxury!

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