Italian stone and tile manufacturer GranitiFiandre has expanded its NewStone product line with the addition of the Belgian Blue Collection. Inspired by its centuries-old, quarried namesake, the Belgian Blue Collection boasts light-colored veining criss-crossing its surface reminiscent of classic marks left by coral and shell fossils.

GranitiFiandre artisans have recreated the aesthetic beauty of quarried Belgian Blue Stone?apopular for over 300 years in Europe for construction and ornamental uses?ain a technically superior porcelain product that offers conformity in sizing, ease of maintenance, and guaranteed frost-resistance and 100% UV stability suitable for interior and exterior applications.

?¡ãThe beauty of our Belgian Blue Collection is very similar to its quarried counterpart; however, our finishes, including polished, honed and bush-hammered are technically superior resulting in a product that never requires waxing or special maintenance procedures,?¡À said Jeanne Nichols, vice president?asales and marketing for GranitiFiandre in the United States. ?¡ãIt is perfect for sleek, modern spaces defined by high quality and durability.?¡À

The Belgian Blue Collection encompasses the following hues: Belgian Camel, Belgian Amber, Belgian Green, Belgian Grey and Belgian Black. Sizing availability includes 24''x 24'', 24''x 12'', 18''x 18'' and 9''X 9'' formats, along with special pieces and trims, in polished, honed, and bushhammered finishes.

NewStone products are geologic stones that if quarried would be classified as bluestone, slate, sandstone, volcanic or quartz-based stones. These recreations of nature?¡¥s stones are made of 100% natural materials with advanced technological controls that eliminate unacceptable shading and structural variations inherent in quarried stones.

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 esource management and energy efficiency are the hallmarks of GranitiFiandre?¡¥s corporate stewardship. For more information, visit their website at granitifiandreusa.com.