No question, China offers bargains in materials and labor costs. But when it comes to tile and stone work, my experience with them is that you get what you pay for--and that's not good. Three reasons stick out:
The first problem is that the Chinese manufacturers are always following the last trend as everyone jumps on board. For example, the current colors and styles they're pumping out of their factories are browns, creams and Tuscan themes--you know, all the stuff that's totally out of date.
Second, even if you can find a tile or stone that you like, you can't get it quickly. At Nadeau, we can get most materials in 2 weeks, or 4 at the most. If you buy from China, you're looking at 6 to 8 weeks, sometimes more.
Finally, you're not going to get a true custom product from a Chinese supplier. They might tell you it's custom, but trust me, it's not. The only way to ensure your end product is unique and high quality is to have it made in the good ol' U.S.A.
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The Nadeau Collection
The Nadeau Collection draws on our
company's passion for designing and
manufacturing mosaics for luxury homes
and elegant workplaces. The company
has been built from the outset to meet
your needs, whether you're a designer,
contractor, architect or homeownernot
only with the finest craftsmanship,
but with expert individualized customer
service, clear communications, and
prompt answers to your questions.
From our signature catalog lines to
custom-designed patterns and handselected
stones, the Nadeau Collection
partners form and function in exquisite
bathrooms, kitchens and living spaces.
Our specific knowledge of the intricacies
of working with rare stones means that
we understand what it takes to create
your mosaic project successfully from
concept to installation. Ultimately, we
want to be every bit as proud of the
finished product as you are.
company's passion for designing and
manufacturing mosaics for luxury homes
and elegant workplaces. The company
has been built from the outset to meet
your needs, whether you're a designer,
contractor, architect or homeownernot
only with the finest craftsmanship,
but with expert individualized customer
service, clear communications, and
prompt answers to your questions.
From our signature catalog lines to
custom-designed patterns and handselected
stones, the Nadeau Collection
partners form and function in exquisite
bathrooms, kitchens and living spaces.
Our specific knowledge of the intricacies
of working with rare stones means that
we understand what it takes to create
your mosaic project successfully from
concept to installation. Ultimately, we
want to be every bit as proud of the
finished product as you are.
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