So far in this series, pretty much every material we’ve covered has had to undergo a significant industrial process to transform it from its natural state to a more useful product. Whether it’s the ...

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Some people believe rose quartz may help promote understanding in romantic relationships and support calm. But most claims are anecdotal. Crystals have been used in cultures all over the world for ...

A one-of-a-kind natural quartz now welcomes visitors to the natural history museum Abigail Eisenstadt The museum’s new natural quartz weighs a whopping 8,000 pounds. It was found in an Arkansas mine ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

Granite is a natural substance taken from quarries, while quartz is manufactured. Both are durable, but granite requires you to reapply sealant every few years ...

Mike Holmes has plenty of good advice about the best quality materials for home renovations. He swears by one durable ...

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In a press release, the Office of the Governor said the Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund (TSIF) is awarding more than $1,000,000 to LTD Material LLC for an 88,000‑square‑foot facility that will ...

An aerial look at the quartz mines in Spruce Pine, North Carolina, taken prior to Tropical Storm Helene. Google Maps Two weeks after shutting down its Spruce Pine facilities ahead of Hurricane Helene, ...