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Caesarstone

Explore Caesarstone’s proprietary quartz slabs and consult a pro about their many applications. Sixty-two varieties are showcased with helpful graphics explaining how edges may be trimmed for desired effects. Caesarstone furnishings by top designers, including quartz-topped wire stools by Snarkitecture, dot the minimalist space. New in countertops: 2019’s Empira White and industrial manufacturing textures recalling oxidized steel, poured plaster and raw concrete. 350 CALDARI RD, CONCORD 416 479 8400 CAESARSTONE.CA

Cambria Gallery

Cambria’s Corktown gallery showcases natural stone surfaces in over 160 designs spanning from pale neutrals to rich jewel tones. See the brand’s synthetic lines on display in kitchen and bath vignettes. The quartz collections feature luxurious new showstoppers with bold charcoal veins zebra-ing across white backgrounds, or wood-like striations of resplendent tan and walnut-brown veining. 91 PARLIAMENT ST 416 363 8801 CAMBRIACANADA.COM

Centura Tile

This venerable purveyor of North American and European flooring from Mirage, Atlas Concorde and Italgraniti elevates urban and rural homes. Its sun-filled showroom displays porcelain, ceramic and natural stone. For a playful look, try enamel wall patterns energized by bold primary colours. For contrast, turn to woody and earthy combinations or deep jewelled looks. Further finds: vinyl and rubber flooring from Forbo and Tarkett. 950 LAWRENCE AVE W 416 785 5165 CENTURA.CA

Céragrès

Designers head to this modern space to peruse its wide selection of on-trend wall and floor tiles, countertops and exterior cladding. New ceramic collections feature enamelled equilateral triangles, 3D circle patterns recalling toy building blocks, and models inspired by Venetian terrazzo. Pay tribute to

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