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| Date | 2/6/2009 10:48:12 AM |
| Written By | LGM & Associates Technical Flooring Services |
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| Abstract | CHICAGO, January 29, 2008 – Italian stone and tile manufacturer GranitiFiandre recently launched their contemporary Xtra Collection to the US Market. This new category of porcelains conceived by Italian designer Silvia Stanzani includes the elegant hues and geometric shapes of Xtra Color Shape... |
| Article | CHICAGO, January 29, 2008 – Italian stone and tile manufacturer GranitiFiandre recently launched their contemporary Xtra Collection to the US Market. This new category of porcelains conceived by Italian designer Silvia Stanzani includes the elegant hues and geometric shapes of Xtra Color Shape. Xtra Color Shape features square, circle, and triangular shapes cut directly into beautiful porcelain slabs, creating environments characterized by a modern color palette and bold, modular design elements. “This delightful collection has solid tile options, as well as one- and two-hole geometric tile options that allow for composition flexibility.” said Jeanne Nichols, vice president—sales and marketing for GranitiFiandre in the United States. “Minimalist beauty, contemporary style, and an element of fun—Xtra Color Shape brings all three to its environment.” Xtra Color Shape’s hues include: Ice, String, Wisteria, Anthracite, String, Dove, Mud, and Lake Red. Sizing options include: • solid tiles in 24 x 24 and 24 x 12 inch formats • one- and two-hole geometric tiles in 24 x 24 inch formats • coordinating geometric shapes in 6 x 6 inch square and 6 inch circle and triangle formats Xtra Ordinary, Xtra Color Leaf, and Xtra Fine are also part of the Xtra Collection. Xtra is one of GranitiFiandre’s five prestigious porcelain categories that also includes GeoStyle, Geologica, GeoTecnica, and Granitech offering a total of over 300 styles/colors of porcelain tile. About GranitiFiandre Founded in 1961 in Castellarano, Italy, GranitiFiandre has for decades supplied global customers with the highest quality selection of fine architectural surfacing products. With international facilities in Italy, Germany and the United States, as well as a global distribution network, GranitiFiandre is equipped to address product needs for an array of architectural and design situations. The company’s United States operations are managed through Trans Ceramica with American headquarters based in the Chicago area. Dedication to a healthy and safe environment is an important part of GranitiFiandre’s history, and the company proudly continues the tradition of environmental leadership at its United States facility. Significant investments in materials usage efficiency, air quality protection, water resource management and energy efficiency are the hallmarks of GranitiFiandre’s corporate stewardship. For more information, visit granitifiandreusa.com. |