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Caesarstone

Consult Caesarstone professionals on your desired applications of their proprietary quartz slabs; this global innovator’s Toronto showroom features 62 varieties. Use Piatto’s deep black hues for dramatic kitchen islands and backsplashes. Calacatta’s greige oversized veins traverse a crisp white background, creating that marble-clad spa effect for your bathroom. If the industrial look is your thing, pair Oxidian countertops with gunmetal cabinetry and copper hardware. 350 CALDARI RD, CONCORD 416 479 8400 CAESARSTONE.CA

Cambria Gallery

Cambria’s Corktown gallery showcases Americanmade natural quartz surfaces in over 160 designs spanning from pale neutrals to rich jewel tones. See the brand’s durable, stain-resistant, maintenance-free lines on display in kitchen and bathroom vignettes. Think beyond countertops and backsplashes to clad walls, fireplaces and shower surrounds. Inject a sense of motion with bold charcoal veins zebra-ing across white backgrounds, or more muted tones with wispy white veining. 91 PARLIAMENT ST 416 363 8801 CAMBRIACANADA.COM

Centura Tile

This venerable purveyor of North American and European tiles and flooring from Mirage, Atlas Concorde and Italgraniti elevates home surfaces. Its sun-filled showroom displays endless porcelain, ceramic and natural stone. For a twist on subway tiles, try classic English brick infused with Pantone neutrals or bold hues. For a more storied look, turn to intricate vintage Moroccan-inspired patterns. Further finds: vinyl and rubber flooring from Forbo and Tarkett. 950 LAWRENCE AVE W 416 785 5165 CENTURA.CA

Ciot

While Ciot is known for specialty custom mosaics, its ceramic, glass and stone tiles are equally notable. Dress up your backsplash, vanity or mantel with slabs of granite, onyx or quartz, or porcelains evoking marble. For chic decor, clad walls in glassy ceramics or glossy

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