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Natural Stone vs Porcelain: What Designers Actually Choose (and Why)

Aesthetic: Authenticity vs. Precision Natural stone offers something that cannot be replicated: authentic variation formed over thousands of years. Each slab is inherently unique, with veining, movement, and depth that give a space a sense of permanence and character. Porcelain, on the other hand, is engineered for consistency. Modern manufacturing allows for highly realistic interpretations

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How to Clean Marble & Natural Stone Countertops (Complete Care Guide)

Expert Care tips from Short Hills Marble & Tile Natural stone is one of the most durable and timeless materials used in home design. Materials such as marble, quartzite, granite, and limestone have been used in architecture for centuries because of their strength, beauty, and longevity. With the proper care and maintenance, natural stone surfaces

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The Art of Selection: What Sets Us Apart

Choosing stone and tile should feel exciting — not overwhelming. At Short Hills Marble & Tile, our process is designed to feel elevated, organized, and supportive from the very first visit to the final install. Whether you’re renovating a kitchen, bathroom, powder room, or building from the ground up, here’s exactly how the Short Hills

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Wildflower waterjet mosaic in Azul Cielo, Thassos, and Calacatta Gold marble used as a floral backsplash behind a range hood in a modern luxury kitchen.

Transform Your Space with the New Luxury Waterjet Collection

Picture a room where the stonework doesn’t just complement the design, but transforms it. Intricate, fluid, and impeccably cut, the Luxury Waterjet Collection from Short Hills Marble & Tile brings artistry and precision to every surface. This curated series introduces a new level of craftsmanship through high-end, three-dimensional waterjet designs that seamlessly blend precision, artistry,

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Discover the Elegance of the New Dream House Collection

In the world of design and architecture, innovation and elegance are key elements that can transform a house into a dream home. Allstone, a renowned name in luxury home finishes, has once again set the bar high with their latest Dream House Collection. This collection is a testament to Allstone’s commitment to excellence, craftsmanship, and

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Short Hills Marble and Tile Exclusive Blue Velvet Tile: A One-of-a-Kind Elegance Redefining Spaces!

Imagine stepping into a space where every nook tells a story, where every corner whispers tales of elegance and sophistication. Now, picture stumbling upon a gem that steals the spotlight, captivating hearts and minds alike—Enter Exclusive Allstone’s Blue Velvet tile! Unusually attractive and cool, sourced from our limited and carefully curated quarry, our Blue Velvet

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2024 Stone of The Year – Calacatta Lincoln

Calacatta Lincoln Last year, Short Hills Marble & Tile unveiled its Legacy of The Rockies Collection in collaboration with Colorado Stone Quarries in offering their Calacatta lines including the 2024 Stone of The Year – Calacatta Lincoln! (named by National Stone Institute)  “Calacatta Lincoln is a new type of Colorado Yule marble, discovered in 2012 with

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Elevate Your Design Career: Benefits of Attending Our CEU Classes

We had such a fun time with Mir Mosaic back in November when they came and presented their CEU class on ‘The Mosaic Renaissance’. This interactive class covered the history and evolution of mosaic design along with materials used in making murals, techniques to utilize them cost effectively and then we got to CREATE!  Everyone

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Embracing Elegance: Unveiling the Top Tile Trends of 2024

Short Hills Marble and Tile, the esteemed purveyor of premium tile designs, proudly unveiled the anticipated tile trends for 2024 during a lively gathering at their showroom. Adrienne Gallmann, the visionary lead designer, shared insights that promise to redefine interior spaces in the home, commercial and beyond. Warm Earthy Tones for Cozy Sanctuaries: Warm earth

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Why Marble Tile Rules the Interior Design World

      Interior design is a dynamic field that is always evolving, with new trends emerging and old ones fading away. Despite this constant change, there is one material that has consistently stood the test of time and continues to add a touch of timeless elegance to spaces all over the world – Marble.

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English Victorian Tiled Kitchen from Seeking Lavender Lane

Deb partnered with Short Hills Tile to create that vintage vibe. Deb Foglia discusses her progress with her home renovations at the Mountain Chateau. We seem to be checking off projects per room, but no room has quite been completely finished yet. One of the more exciting projects that was completed is the kitchen niche.

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Elevating Luxury Living: Short Hills Marble & Tile Transforms Taylor Vose Apartments in Downtown South Orange

Short Hills NJ, September 11, 2023 – Experience a new era of luxury living as Taylor Vose Apartments grace downtown South Orange, offering residents a sophisticated oasis with a touch of New York City’s charm. Unveiling opulent interiors and meticulous design, Short Hills Marble & Tile emerges as the creative powerhouse behind this transformation, setting an

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Luxury Is Within Reach

Introducing Cleopatra & Wave Featured here in our Calacatta Gold More colors at www.shorthillstile.com When Short Hills Marble & Tile is ready to launch a new stone color or design, owner Robert Israeli offers up his home to become the playground for installation projects. (perks of owning a stone business!) Over the past year Short

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Beyond the Boutique Showroom

Welcome To Our World of Stone When you drive past the iconic green awning and sprawling ivy at 658 Morris Turnpike, your first glance is maybe it’s a house? And you wouldn’t be wrong! At one point it was a home. When current owner Robert Israeli took it over back in 1998 he then converted

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How To Make Your Timeless Kitchen Design Dreams A Reality

Have you ever noticed how your kitchen is like a magnet? The family seems to collect there. When you have guests, they all seem to end up there. We are in the kitchen many times per day, preparing every meal, drink and snack. We see that space A LOT. The kitchen really is the heart

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Stop and Stare with Textures and Details that Tempt and Delight: Introducing Apollo and Dante, Two New Waterjet Mosaics by Allstone

You would be hard-pressed to find anyone who knows stone quite the same way as Robert Israeli, owner of Allstone, an importer and distributor of stone and tile from around the world. Robert started working in the industry decades ago, touching every piece of the process from quarrying to installation to design and innovation. His first-hand experience

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Our Glass Thassos: An Elegant Combination of Glass and Marble

Glass Thassos is a pure white crystallized glass product, which combines the classic look of natural Thassos marble with the appeal of durability and technical aspects that surpass the hardest granites. It’s resistant to acids and alkalis with no absorption rate, making it a little to no maintenance material. It’s an excellent pure white choice

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Best Tips on Caring For Your Natural Stone

Natural stone tile is an investment for your home. As with any investment, you want to protect and maintain it so you can enjoy it for years to come. Since stone is natural, it can be variable sometimes in the way it reacts to different spills and cleaners. Maintenance is crucial to prevent damage to

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Multi-Million Dollar NJ Home Featuring Allstone Material

Spec homes have a reputation for being blank slates and a bit impersonal, but Etai Har-El, owner of Moore Development & Construction, with the help of a networked team, has made building concept homes a unique process filled with custom elements. Together with architect Daniel Dubinett, designer Lara Allen-Brett, and Allstone’s in-house residential designer Adrienne

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