Wednesday, February 24, 2010

Bullnose Shelf


OPTO International, Inc.

This site has a great selection of contemporary shelving and display units.

Their website is easy to navigate and full of fun stuff to browse.
The web address: sales@optosystem.com
Their hours are:
Mon-Fri 8:00am to 5:00pm CST
Sat-Sun closed

Main Phone Number:
(847) 541-OPTO
Fax Number:
(847) 541-8160

Sales and Design:
Robin Brower
Senior Vice President - Design and Sales
847-541-6786 Ext. 122


Order Status:
Your call will be answered in the order in which it was received.
Dial 847-541-6786 and Press 3
Billing Inquiries:
Eric Sprieser
Answers to questions about invoices and freight charges on existing orders.
847-541-6786 Ext. 135


Manufacturing and Supplier Inquiries:
Brett Woodley
Vice President - Engineering & Manufacturing
847-541-6786 Ext. 125


Marketing Inquiries:
Amanda Smith
Marketing Manager
847-541-6786 Ext. 147



General Information on Bullnose Shelving:
44A-27

CB29-44-PC
Classic Style High Tower Unit with Panels, Cubby Sides and Bullnose Base
4'-6"L x 2'-5"W x 7'-1"H
Finish Options Shown
Stardust Silver

Round Hole Pattern Perforated Metal Ring
4" Industrial Locking Casters
Additional Items Shown

Quantity Part Number Description
10 11-000C70 24"W x 12"D Integral Bullnose Shelf


Shelving


OPTO International, Inc.
This site has a great selection of contemporary shelving and display units.

Their website is easy to navigate and full of fun stuff to browse. The web address is: sales@optosystem.com

Their hours are:
Mon-Fri 8:00am to 5:00pm CST
Sat-Sun closed

Main Phone Number:
(847) 541-OPTO
Fax Number:
(847) 541-8160

Sales and Design:
Robin Brower
Senior Vice President - Design and Sales
847-541-6786 Ext. 122


Order Status:
Your call will be answered in the order in which it was received.
Dial 847-541-6786 and Press 3
Billing Inquiries:
Eric Sprieser
Answers to questions about invoices and freight charges on existing orders.
847-541-6786 Ext. 135


Manufacturing and Supplier Inquiries:
Brett Woodley
Vice President - Engineering & Manufacturing
847-541-6786 Ext. 125


Marketing Inquiries:
Amanda Smith
Marketing Manager
847-541-6786 Ext. 147
General Information:
G241-WEB

Z78-55-AAC

Flare Style 3-Modile Low Gondola Unit with Panels and Bullnose Base
6'-4"L x 2'-7"W x 4'-7"H

Finish Options Shown
Stardust Silver
Clear Edge Frosted Acrylic
n/a
4" Industrial Locking
Additional Items Shown

Quantity Part Number Description
12 11-0C70CA 24"W x 12"D Curved Acrylic Shelf
6 11-0C72CA 24"W x 15"D Curved Acrylic Shelf

Tuesday, February 23, 2010

Sorbetti Uprights


The Sorbetti System is a broad collection that is based on the Sorbetti Upright. Sorbetti can be used as free-standing single units, floor fixtures with bases, or as a series of perimeter units. Accessories are added to the Sorbetti Upright by virtue of the Sorbetti Puck, which can be micro-adjusted to virtually any position. With a large selection of acrylic and wood Sliders, the Sorbetti Uprights can be interpreted and customized to reflect a wide range of styles.

They can be reached at: www.bnind.com

MAIN OFFICE
B&N Industries
1409 Chapin Avenue, 2nd Floor
Burlingame, California 94010
ph: (650) 593-4127
fax: (650) 593-3112

Outside California:
ph: (800) 350-4127

NEW YORK SHOW ROOM AND OFFICE
420 West 14th Street
New York,  New York 10014
ph: (212) 912-3870

General email: Mail@BNind.com

CONTACTS
For all sales, catalog requests,
jobs-in-production, and for
Sales Representatives for your
area, contact:

Jennifer Shader
ph: (650) 593-4127 x300
fax: (650) 593-3112

Outside California:
ph: (800) 350-4127 x300

email: JShader@BNind.com
For all advertising and
marketing, contact:

Kevin McPhee
email: KMcPhee@BNind.com

Iconic Fixtures


This site has great contemporary pieces, (in this instance cafe' tables) in 24 and 30" diameters that can be used to enliven a space; and yet they function nicely as well.

Description: Matte White Helsinki Panels and Iconic Fixtures with the Puck System (Puck Round hardware in polished chrome. The Iconic Cafe Table in Gloss White Helsinki with a Gloss White Turend Base. The 2-Way and T-Unit Iconic Fixtures have a brushed stainless steel frame.

Contact info: www.BNind.com

MAIN OFFICE
B&N Industries
1409 Chapin Avenue, 2nd Floor
Burlingame, California 94010
ph: (650) 593-4127
fax: (650) 593-3112

Outside California:
ph: (800) 350-4127

NEW YORK SHOW ROOM AND OFFICE
420 West 14th Street
New York,  New York 10014
ph: (212) 912-3870

general email: Mail@BNind.com

CONTACTS
For all sales, catalog requests,
jobs-in-production, and for
Sales Representatives for your
area, contact:

Jennifer Shader
ph: (650) 593-4127 x300
fax: (650) 593-3112

Outside California:
ph: (800) 350-4127 x300

For all advertising and
marketing, contact:

Kevin McPhee

Monday, February 22, 2010

Ceramic Flooring



Halpins Flooring America is a one stop shopping for flooring in the area with a decent selection.

Their number is: 225-927-8741

Linoleum Floors


Armstrong Linoleum Floors sounds about as old as the hills, but there are some exciting things about linoleum, such as how green it is and the ease of cleaning and the comfort of walking on a linoleum floor that makes this product one that's still hard to resist; after all these years...

There are many local dealers...
One on a long list is:
Halpins Flooring
225-927-8741


Thursday, February 18, 2010

EnviroGlasProducts

100% recycled, easy maintence and beautiful make for a seductive choice when it comes to floors and countertops.

Contact info:
EnviroGLAS Products, Inc.
3941 Legacy Drive
Suite 204-211B
Plano, TX 75023
(888) 523-7894

Sheet Metal Fabricators



Perlam Sheet Metal Fabricators are based in England so shipping might be an issue but they have a great range of products and applications available. I especially like the stairwells and stainless and glass ballustrades.

Or telephone: 020-8685-9276

Wednesday, February 17, 2010

McNichols Company


This is a great site to visit and browse for awhile... Their virtual designer is fun to play with.
And when it's time to buy, they can be reached at:
866-754-5144 or reached on the web at:

to send an email: designermetals@mcnichols.com

Or closer to home...

Houston -- Steel Service Center
16405 Air Center Blvd., #100
Houston, TX 77032-5133

Phone:
(281) 443-8400

Fax:
(281) 209-1999

Hours:
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM CST

Email:
Houston.Sales@McNichols.com

Emergency Phone:
(713) 855-8337





Alkemi


This company offers LEED credits for a product that can be used as a countertop with metal shavings (that otherwise would be burned) embedded in a resin that comes in a variety of colors and (embedded) textures.

http://www.renewedmaterials.com

Contact info: Marquez Countertops
408 Law Street
Chalmette, La. 70043
504-276-1627

The nearest showrooms are :

Green Builders Source
25700 I45 North
Suite 101
Spring, TX 77386
T 281-298-0400
www.greenbuilderssource.com

Vintage Material Supply
3601 S. Congress
Bldg. C
Austin, TX 78704
T 512-383-5570
www.vintagematerialsupply.com
Amb

Monday, February 15, 2010

GKD Metal Fabrics

I thought this site was another site for creative inspiration, inside and outside...

Their web address is:
http://www.gkdmetalfabrics.com

They can be contacted at:
825 Chesapeake Dr.
Cambridge, Md. 21613

Toll-free phone: 800-453-8616
or: 410-221-0542 (office), 410-221-0544 (fax)

And of course: sales@gkdusa.com

A local sales representative is: GKD USA, Inc.
Andy Franks
410.901.8418

Thursday, February 11, 2010

Bamboo Floors, natural and engineered


This site is fun to visit and full of products that I found creatively inspiring.

The manufacturer is:

Flooring Alternatives
877-639-1345

Oak Floors


Georgia Oak Floors has a great selection of flooring for those that want new floors in their home or business.

They can be reached at:
800-762-9190

A local distributor is:
Crescent Hardwood Supply
225-677-9663


Recycled Wood Flooring


Tool base services has more than recycled flooring products to offer and their selection makes a lot of sense when uniqueness and environmentally sound fit the criteria.

The closest distributer is:

Elmwood Reclaimed Timber
816-532-000


Wicanders Cork Floors


I like the look and feel of cork as well as the durability under light stresses.

It's a very eco-friendly product in that it's renewable and insulates well.

One regional place to purchase this product is at Dick-N-Sons Floor Covering in Houston.

Their website address is: http://www.wicanders.com

ecotimberflooring

Great site and good info. I really like the way this company manufacturers the product within 500 miles of its destination.


303-586-9426
303-586-9426 (fax)

Thursday, February 4, 2010

Plygem Windows

A nice range of widows for a wide range of buildings.

Their contact info is:

Ply Gem Corporate

5020 Weston Pkwy
Suite 400
Cary, NC 27513
919-677-3900
Email: contact@plygem.com

The closest local distributor is:

Bryan, TX: 615 West Carson Street
Bryan, TX 77801
979-779-1051


Their email address is: www.plygem.com or www.plygemwindows.com

AGC Flatglass


What interests me with this line is the Low-E glass, which works as a heat and cold barrier and offers many design options.

Their website is: na.agc-flatglass.com

and also 800-489-3386.

They can also be contacted at: AGC Flat Glass North America, Inc. -
Corporate Office
11175 Cicero Dr.
Suite 400
Alpharetta, GA 30022
Tel: (404) 446-4200
Fax: (404) 446-4221
Email: AGC Flat Glass North America

Solamatrix Inc

Solamatrix is a film that is applied to windows for the purpose of reducing glare, and the harmful effects of the sun in the most unobtrusive way.

They can be reached at: info@solamatrix.com

and also: 214-631-4220
Airolite Louvers are an excellent way to keep the hot sun at bay, and adds a contemporary edge to the existing architecture.

They can be reached at:


and also, 1-715-841-8773.

Meyda Tiffany Art Glass




Meyda Tiffany Art Glass is a small business in Yorkville, NY that make excellent custom lamps, chandeliers and framed stained-glass type pieces in a wide range of sizes and colors.


For more information, contact Meyda Lighting Toll-Free at (800) 222-4009.



Meyda Lighting is headquartered at One Meyda Fine Place, 55 Oriskany Boulevard, Yorkville, NY 13495.


Meyda Lighting is a Meyda Tiffany Company, the nation's leading manufacturer and designer of Tiffany lamps and decorative lighting. Although founded in 1974, the firm's roots actually date back to the early 1900s, supplying Louis Comfort Tiffany and Tiffany Studios with lighting products, and creating the original Coca-Cola stained glass lamps and chandeliers.

Meyda Lighting offers thousands of in-stock stained glass lighting and decor designs, with more than 50,000 customizable lighting options. Its vast line includes: Coca-Cola stained glass lighting group; Old Forge Collection of Rustic and Lodge styled lighting/décor; Craftsman Signature Series of Outdoor/Indoor Lighting (including new Landscape lanterns) featuring Arts & Crafts designs; Stained Glass Lighting featuring Victorian, Nouveau and a broad range of styles; Art Glass Windows and Fireplace Screens; Tiffany Gifts and Home Accents; and The Metro and Metro Fusion Lines of contemporary art glass and fused glass designs. In addition, Meyda Lighting offers Extensive Custom Capabilities to create the custom lamp, fixture, window or accessory of your dreams.