Glaze Granite & Marble appointed as official distributor of ARIOSTEA in the UAE
The UAE’s largest marble importer, Glaze Granite & Marble, has been appointed as one of the official distributors of ARIOSTEA, one of the leading Italian brands in high-end technical ceramics (or in large format Porcelain Slab).
ARIOSTEA was established in 1961 and it is part of the Iris Ceramica Group which is an example of excellence at an international level in the ceramics industry. The Group, based in Italy, has always had a strong innovative spirit often acting as a pioneer in the ceramic sector. Iris Ceramica Group still knows how to be unique in the sector: example the creation of eco-active ceramic surfaces. Ariostea, at the same time, expresses the main values of the Group with its cutting-edge products and state-of-the-art quality, creativity, and aesthetics. ARIOSTEA is renowned today as an international leader in design and innovation in large format technical ceramic slabs.
All ARIOSTEA slabs are developed, produced, and processed exclusively in Italy, using the latest advanced manufacturing technologies to create superior innovative designs. The strength, durability, and high precision quality of its slabs have allowed ARIOSTEA to remain the among the top-quality benchmark for brands around the world for the past six decades. The unparalleled designs & material quality of Ariostea is now available for UAE customers.
Commenting on the development, Umesh Punia, [CEO, Glaze] said, “In the last 25 years, we have focused on bringing the world’s best brands to the UAE to bring luxury and glamour to the homes & offices of our clients. This agreement with ARIOSTEA is another step towards fulfilling our clients’ expectations. Though, in the last 5-7 years, numerous brands of large format porcelain slabs have become available in the UAE, Ariostea stands definitively apart, due to its high precision print quality, especially in marble & onyx designs, thanks to the most advanced print technology developed by Ariostea through relentless research and development. Any homeowner or architect would love to specify these beautiful surfaces.”
ARIOSTEA can be used conventionally for floors and walls, for all types of surface applications, and even for furniture and accessories. These slabs can be used for interior and exterior design solutions, tables, kitchens, bathrooms, countertops, washbasins, swing doors and much more.
The Sales Manager at Ariostea, Alessandro Branzoni says, “We have always wanted to associate with a luxury marble company in the region, not only for sales & marketing, but also to gain insight and experience from the marble industry. Using the classical marble cutting and fixing techniques for large format technical ceramic slabs will bring a great transformation in the usage of large format ceramics from standard porcelain products. Overall, a natural stone look can never go out of style, and we are really excited about our new partnership with GLAZE and we would like to assure UAE’s home owners, architects and designers that as a team, we will give you the best experience possible.”
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Glaze Granite & Marble partners with Neolith as their official distributor in the UAE
The UAE’s largest marble importer Glaze Granite & Marble announces its partnership with Neolith, the leading large format sintered stone slab brand used for kitchen countertops, flooring, wall cladding and bathroom surfaces.
The Spanish sintered stone pioneer, Neolith, has given Glaze Granite & Marble imports and distribution rights for the UAE region. Neolith is a superior alternative for ceramic and porcelain stone, due to its durability, versatility, and unparalleled design quality. The most technologically advanced surface solution known today, Neolith, is now being offered to Glaze customers.
Umesh Punia, [CEO, Glaze] said: “We re-shaped the natural stone business in the UAE by radically transforming the way in which marble and natural stones were imported, sold & traded in the region. We built our legacy of over two decades in the Middle East because our discerning clients possess an understanding of aesthetics, quality, and have a taste for refined luxury. We work tirelessly to ensure consumers find their unique surface solutions through our brand, no matter how rare or exclusive the products may be. We are also taking substantial steps to connect with our customers and fulfill their expectations by bringing world’s best stone brands and offering them a wide array of choices in design, price, and patterns. This agreement with Neolith displays our commitment to contribute to UAE’s influential architectural legacy along with providing sustainable solutions for the architects, developers, and builders.”
Neolith is resistant to high and low temperatures, scratches, and UV rays. It is also incredibly easy to clean, and maintain, as it is waterproof, hygienic, lightweight and 100% Natural. It is produced in Large Format slabs with 4 different thickness options.
Dr Daniel Sanchez [COO, Neolith] says: “Neolith is indeed a revolutionary product, when we started in 2009, most people did not believe in the product, they had doubts about its ultra large size, ultra-thin dimensions, strength, and durability. Some people also mistook the product for porcelain. But, today, Neolith is the most fashionable and sought after engineered stone due to its durability, versatility, and breathtaking designs. We are extremely busy fulfilling orders from around the world.”
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Glaze Granite & Marble named official distributor of Caesarstone in the UAE
Glaze Granite & Marble, the UAE’s largest marble importer, has been appointed as a distributor of Caesarstone QUARTZ surfaces in the UAE. Caesarstone is the world’s number #1 Quartz brand.
Caesarstone has given Glaze Granite & Marble imports and distribution rights for the entire UAE region. Founded in 1987, Caesarstone is a pioneer in reconstituted Quartz surfaces. Other brands available in the market appeared only a decade after Caesarstone had already become a household name in the USA and Europe. Caesarstone has maintained its dominant position in the market through continuous investment in research, innovation, and product development. Caesarstone has continued to set new standards and trends for modern kitchen design.
Caesarstone is a BRETONSTONE technology product, made in the USA and Israel. Being an official distributor of Caesarstone in UAE, Glaze is now bringing world’s number one Quartz surface for its customers to enhance the aesthetic appeal of spaces.
Umesh Punia, [CEO, Glaze] said: “At Glaze, each one of us are committed to evolve with the changing needs of the customer since last two decades, keeping pace with the new trends. The agreement with Caesarstone is a testament of our passion for providing access to the world’s best quality stones to our customers. We continue to offer a wide range of products for the architects, developers, builders and homeowners.”
Caesarstone has been the first stone company to ever be publicly traded on the NASDAQ stock exchange. The extraordinary worldwide sales and revenue records of the company speak to the long-term integrity of the brand. Moreover, Caesarstone was also the first quartz surface company to receive ISO 14001 (a global environmental protection standard), ISO 9001 (quality management standard), NSF (public health and safety) certifications, and the highly respected Good Housekeeping Seal from Good Housekeeping Research Institute.
EMEA Regional Managing Director, Amir Reske, said: “We are delighted to be working with GLAZE within the region. There is a huge opportunity for us to work in partnership, to help realize the kitchen dreams and ambitions of a sophisticated UAE consumer audience. Caesarstone is recognised as a luxury brand around the world and enjoys a significant consumer following in cities such as New York, Los Angeles, Toronto, London, Sidney, and Singapore, where our award-winning surface collections grace the finest and most fashionable homes. We are looking forward to achieving the same levels of success with GLAZE in the UAE.”
The wide variety of colours, styles, designs, and textures of Caesarstone products, along with the inherent characteristics such as hardness, durability, non-porosity, scratch, and stain resistance, provide consumers with functional and beautiful kitchen tops and surfaces.
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