Aluminum is an extraordinary versatile material. The range of forms it can take (castings, extrusions & tubes, sheet & plate, foil, powder, forgings etc.) and a variety of surface finishes available (coating, anodizing, polishing etc.) means it lends itself to a wide range of products, many of which we use every day of our lives.

Structural steel enhances construction productivity because of its shop fabrication while maintaining tight construction tolerances. Architects praise the natural beauty of steel and are excited about exposing it in the design of their structures to emphasize grace, slenderness, strength and transparency of frame. Structural steel allows the project architect a greater degree of expression and creativity in their design than any other construction material as they address both the functional demands of the building and unique identity of their client.

As granite and marble became very popular materials for kitchen and bathroom countertops across the United States during the last decade, home owners have become more and more interested to know the differences between these two natural stones. Many home owners want to know which material is suitable for kitchen countertops, what is preferred for bathroom vanity tops, what stone is good for outdoor kitchens, if marble can be used as kitchen counters, and so forth.