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Granite Countertops:
Old World Meets New World
Choosing the proper material for a countertop is a big decision and requires that many considerations be taken into account. Appearance, strength, durability, sustainability and, of course, price are key factors in making a choice that will leave the consumer satisfied and, ultimately, proud. Granite embodies these advantages and much more.

A Hokie Stone by Any Other Name is not Hokie Stone
For more than a hundred years, Hokie Stone has been the main ingredient in the buildings that make up the Virginia Tech campus.

Water Drainage:
Keeping it Dry
To maintain wall integrity and prevent problems such as water seepage, mold or other types of damage, architects and installers need to plan for the inevitable fact that if water is present, it will likely find a way in.

DEPARTMENTS

Past President's Letter

Historical Feature:
The Museum of Science and Industry
The Museum of Science and Industry, one of "The Seven Wonders of Chicago," preserves the last vestiges of Chicago's legendary 1893 Columbian Exposition. Its history is a soap opera of pride, peril and redemption.

Tucker Design Awards

Industry News

Advertising Index

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