Engineered stone countertops are found in kitchens nationwide, but some workers who cut these surfaces are facing a silent ...

Some safety experts want California to stop the cutting of quartz countertops saying it can't be done safely. Lawmakers, ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Leobardo Segura Meza, 27, of Pacoima suffers from silicosis, an incurable lung disease that has been afflicting workers who cut ...

Emily Henderson smiles while wearing a bright green blouse at an event - Jb Lacroix/Getty Images It's safe to say that interior designer Emily Henderson knows a thing or two about countertops. "Marble ...

Artificial stone manufacturers facing hundreds of silicosis lawsuits in California urged lawmakers in Washington, D.C., to ...

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Surfaces brand Neolith makes engineered stone without silica, which has been linked to a surge in severe cases of silicosis. (Courtesy Neolith) Because of this, Australia banned engineered stone, and ...

When you're tired of your old kitchen countertops and are ready for a change, you need to take several steps before a kitchen countertop installation. One of the first steps is deciding exactly what ...

Silicosis, a lung disease associated with the exposure to crystalline silica, has been afflicting young workers, primarily Latino immigrants who are exposed to the silica dust when workers are cutting ...

Major retailers Bunnings and IKEA have announced this week they will discontinue selling engineered stone. While this might mean you have to rethink your plans for your new kitchen benchtops, it’s a ...

Engineered stone's marble look, without marble's issues, has become a designer and homeowner favorite. “Beloved for their versatility and functionality, white quartz countertops (also referred to as ...

Engineered stone, also known as artificial stone or composite stone, has become a popular material in the construction and design industries due to its aesthetic appeal and durability. It’s become the ...