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XIAMEN STONE FAIR 2026
2026-03-16 09:00 - 2026-03-19 18:00 UTC | Xiamen International Conference & Exhibition Center, Xiamen, China
China Xiamen International Stone Fair was founded in 2001. Making full use of rich stone resource in Fujian Province and Xiamen port advantage, Xiamen Stone Fair develops rapidly and become the largest professional stone exhibition in the world. The purposes of this fair are to: display new products, new technology and equipment, create business opportunities, improve the communication of global stone industry, so as to promote for the development of the whole stone industry and increase trading volume. The success of Xiamen Stone Fair makes Xiamen famous as “global stone center”, which is helpful for the development of local economy and the progress of the exhibition industry.

Coverings 2026
2026-03-30 08:00 - 2026-04-02 17:00 | Las Vegas Convention Center, 3150 Paradise Rd, Las Vegas, NV, 89109, United States
Coverings is the Global Tile & Stone Experience
Coverings is the largest and most-significant ceramic tile and natural stone conference and exhibition in the United States and North America. It features exhibitors from more than 30 countries and is the stage for introducing some of the most innovative tile and stone products in the world.
The exposition and conference serve as a valuable and complimentary continuing education resource for all segments of the industry, with dozens of educational opportunities throughout the show. Coverings attracts thousands of distributors, retailers, fabricators, contractors, specifiers, architectural and design professionals, builders, real estate developers, as well as journalists, reporters and bloggers who cover the vital tile and stone industry.

2026 Stone and Tile Inspection and Troubleshooting Seminar
2026-04-06 - 2026-04-10
This seminar is perfect for restoration and installation contractors, as well as architects, building engineers, and maintenance staff who deal with stone and tile installation and restoration.
The stone and tile troubleshooting program is a full 4 days with the certification test on the last day. The program is only offered once per year and the class size is limited. The cost of the class is $2500 per person.
The comprehensive course covers:

The geology of stone
Understanding the structure of different kinds of stone and materials
Identification of stone and tile types
Quarry techniques that affect the final product
Production of tile and slabs
Fabrication and installation requirements
Physical and chemical testing
Stone and tile forensic investigation
Diagnosis of problems
Stone and tile restoration
Repair and replacement
Stain removal
Troubleshooting
Report writing
Expert witness testimony
Slip resistance
Laboratory testing

One day will be spent in the field examining failures. For further information and to register, fill out our contact form or call (321) 514-6845.

Marble Izmir Fair 2026
2026-04-14 08:00 - 2026-04-17 17:00 | fuarizmir Fairgrounds, 840 SK. FUAR ALANI NO:2, IZMIR, 35410, Turkey
MARBLE IZMIR

MARBLE İZMİR – International Natural Stone and Technologies Fair, one of the world’s most important meetings in the natural stone industry, opens its doors to the whole world for the 31st time on April 14-17, 2026. The 31st International Stone Fair, which is eagerly awaited with its events where thousands of natural stones and special stone machines will be exhibited and important names of the sector will participate. Marble İzmir Fair will contribute to the economy of Izmir and the country with the commercial meetings to be held by industry professionals from various regions of Turkey and the world at fuarizmir.
While the marble reserve in Turkey constitutes 33% of the world’s marble reserves, our country also draws attention with its marble diversity. There are marble reserves in over 80 different structures, over 120 different colors and patterns in Turkey. The most well-known marble varieties in the international market, such as Süpren, Elazığ Cherry, Akşehir Black, Manyas White, Bilecik Beige, Tiger Skin, Denizli Travertine, Aegean Burgundy, Milas Lilac, Gemlik Diabase, Burdur Beige and Afyon Şeker, are exhibited at the Fair.
Izmir, the city where the Marble Izmir Fair is held, is one of the most suitable cities for exporting natural stone… Marble Izmir Fair; The port city of Izmir, which is the meeting point of the continents of Europe, Asia and Africa, brings together thousands of industry professionals from all over the world every year.

Date: April 14-17, 2026
Visiting Hours: 10.00 – 18.00
Fairground: fuarizmir

NWFA Wood Flooring Expo
2026-04-21 08:00 - 2026-04-23 17:00 | Orange County Convention Center, 9400 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL, 32819, United States
This is the largest trade show dedicated exclusively to wood flooring. The 2026 theme, “Ignite Your Passion,” focuses on technical skill-building, sustainability in wood restoration, and the latest trends in refinishing. It is essential for offices handling high-end wood floor maintenance and repair.

Restoration Convention & Industry Expo (RIA)
2026-04-27 08:00 - 2026-04-29 17:00 | Savannah Convention Center | Savannah, GA
Hosted by the Restoration Industry Association, this event is the premier gathering for restoration contractors. It covers a broad range of surface recovery, including stone and metal damage from water, fire, or aging. Attendees can earn up to 13 CE credits (RIA & IICRC) for career advancement.

Glass & Metal Alliance Symposium
2026-04-29 08:00 - 17:00
This symposium bridges innovation in the architectural glass and metal sectors. It is highly relevant for offices focusing on commercial glass polishing and metal cladding restoration, offering sessions on workforce development and the latest in glazing technology.

NeoCon 2026
2026-06-08 09:00 - 2026-06-10 17:00 | Chicago Merchandise Mart, 222 Merchandise Mart Plaza, Chicago, IL, United States
NeoCon has served as the world’s leading platform and most important event of the year for the commercial design industry since 1969. A launch pad for innovation—NeoCon offers ideas and introductions that shape the built environment today and into the future. With nearly 1 million square feet of exhibition space, NeoCon features game-changing products and services from more than 400 leading companies and emerging players—providing unparalleled access to the latest and most innovative solutions in commercial design.

New Jersey Stone Summit
2026-09-17 08:00 - 17:00 | 195 Prospect Plains Rd | Monroe Township, NJ
Part of the Natural Stone Institute’s regional education series, this one-day “Town Hall” style event focuses on local market trends and technical stone problems. It is a more intimate, hands-on environment than the massive national expos, ideal for deep-diving into stone-specific challenges.

Marmomac 2026
2026-09-22 - 2026-09-26 | Verona Exhibition Centre, Verona, Italy
Marmomac is the leading global event for the natural stone industry and represents the entire supply chain, from raw material to semi-finished and finished products, from processing machinery and technologies to applications of stone in architecture and design.
As a fundamental international meeting for all sectors in this field and an influential platform where business meets professional updating.
Marmomac is the ideal venue in terms of quality and completeness of exhibits combined with the most advanced know-how in the natural stone processing operations.

GlassBuild America
2026-09-23 08:00 - 2026-09-25 17:00 | Venu TBA, Location LAS VEGAS, NEVADA
As the largest glass and metal trade show in North America, this event showcases the newest machinery for glass fabrication and finishing. For restoration offices, it is the best place to find tools for scratch removal and protective coating technologies..

Glasstec 2026 (International)
2026-10-20 08:00 - 2026-10-23 17:00
This is the world’s leading global trade fair for the glass industry. It covers everything from glass manufacturing to specialized surface treatments. For a restoration business looking to source high-end international chemicals or specialized European restoration tools, this is the definitive global event.

ISSA Show North America
2026-11-16 08:00 - 2026-11-19 17:00 | Mandalay Bay Convention Center | Las Vegas, NV
While broadly focused on the cleaning industry, the ISSA Show features a massive “Specialty Cleaning” section dedicated to hard-surface maintenance. It is an excellent venue for discovering new pH-neutral stone cleaners, wood sealants, and metal polishing compounds at a commercial scale.
