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2010s. While we're still in the early years of the decade, we're already seeing some trends. A color trend is toward greens and blues. While these colors may have been deeply and richly toned not too long ago, today they are more subdued. Mixed with earthy neutrals, today's greens and blues are softer and less glitzy. That's not to say they're boring. While the colors may be softer and quieter, the finishes tend be shiny and opalescent, adding some glitz to the overall scheme.
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IceStone. Countertops made of recycled glass with cement vary greatly in appearance. IceStone, manufactured in Brooklyn, New York, has smaller glass particles than Vetrazzo and provides a more subtle and refined character. It too boasts 100 percent recycled glass, to which only cement and pigment are added. IceStone has earned one of my favorite certifications, Cradle to Cradle, due in part to its reutilization potential. Cradle to Cradle's industry-independent approval is given to products that are safe for both people and the planet, and are also designed for a long life cycle. Cost: $40 to $54 per square foot for the material only
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