When deciding on construction grade composites for your wet-area needs, IMI has 6 collections for you to choose from. Each of the collections has their own unique features. One of my personal favorites is the GEM collection. Resembling what only nature can create, the GEM Collection is made with nearly all natural (non-synthetic) materials cast behind a clear gel coat. Each color has its own unique story to tell. Several ingredients in the GEM Collection are comprised of mine tailings, which are a mixture of jewelry type gemstones and minerals. This beautiful and affordable collection can be made into Vanity Tops, Shower Bases, and Shower or Tub Wall Surrounds that will rival natural stone in look with properties that only composites can offer.

Another popular collection is IMI’s Pinnacle Cast Granite. This collection creates the exquisite look of quarried granite with the technological benefits and durability of Performance Engineered Composites. The Pinnacle Collection offers a tough clear gel coat, followed by hand cast cultured granite in a continuous slab that truly mimics natural stone. This casting process provides an affordable substitute to quarried stone. It also offers a luxurious appearance, seamless construction with integral bowls and backsplashes, and water and mildew resistance. The Pinnacle Collection can be made into Vanity Tops, Shower Bases, and Shower or Tub Wall Surrounds that offer a lifetime of beauty.

IMI also offers a value engineered line of shower and tub wall surrounds for all your remodeling, single family, multi-family, and hospitality needs. The new line of shower and tub wall surrounds includes 9 exciting tile designs that offer a completely waterproof wall system, mold & mildew resistance, ease of cleaning, a permanently sealed surface, and longevity in style and performance. In addition to the practical side, the walls also transform your bathroom area into a beautiful bath!

These wall surrounds are available in a variety of solid colors as well as many shades of Cultured Granites. Our design team is available to consult on projects requiring a signature look and color.

Whatever your needs are, IMI has an answer for you! IMI is a licensed General Contractor and we have a Certified-Aging-In-Place Specialist (CAPS), a Licensed Master Plumber and a Certified Renovator on staff! We’d love to put all this talent to use to help you with your design and building challenges!

Visit our expanded showroom in Woodstock, GA! We are open by appointment from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Call us and we would be happy to give you at your convenience a virtual or real life plant tour. Our phone number is 770.928.2252. We look forward to hearing from you!

Tile has been a traditional pick for bathroom or kitchen remodeling projects. Tradition however, may not always be the best choice. We all agree that tile is available in a variety of colors and styles, but is it really low maintenance and easy to clean? How about these pesky porous grout lines that attract mildew and mold? Now there is a new player in town! Engineered Composites tile panels by IMI offer several features that traditional tile can’t match.

Have you ever seen a tile shower with no visible seams, no grout lines to maintain, and no tile to seal? Imagine the beauty of a product that could do both! IMI’s engineered composite tile panels are quickly becoming a top choice for today’s builder and remodeler. With plenty of choices of traditional tile patterns and colors, these panels with integral tile are a snap to install, will last a lifetime and require no special cleaners or sealers. And they have anti-bacterial properties as well!

Used in high-end hotels and first-time family homes alike, this product boasts beauty that cannot be found anywhere else. Visit us to learn more about our Bathroom Vanity Tops, Kitchen Countertops, Tubs, Shower Bases, and Shower/Tub Surrounds!

Homeowners want a product that will be durable, easy to care for and add value to their home. An engineered composite can suit all of those needs. Engineered composites are waterproof and with a non-porous surface that delivers a warmer, softer feel to the touch than cold tile.

Visit our expanded showroom in Woodstock, GA! We are open by appointment from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Call us and we would be happy to give you a tour. Our phone number is 770.928.2252. We look forward to hearing from you!

Recently, we ran across an article titled, “Costly Stone, Alternatives to Granite Countertops” and it brought out a couple of great points in comparing Granite to Solid Surfaces.
 
Consider the lifespan of your countertop materials. Al Gerhart, expert in the matter, indicates that some granite and cement countertops can crack, chip, and stain, becoming unusable after just a few years of use. Solid Surface or any other engineered composite countertops are much easier to repair!

The article also described how the “mining” of granite blocks leaves a considerable impact on the environment, while conversion from blocks to usable slabs that end up in your home produces a large amount of waste for which no alternative use has been developed.
 
Composite products such as solid surface countertops have a far smaller “waste footprint” with a higher potential for recycling than other products.

While this article did not mention pricing, Engineered Composites such as Solid Surface materials are more affordable than ever!  When you add up the benefits of affordability, longer lifespan and being safer for the environment it makes sense to look into Solid Surfaces for your next kitchen countertop!

IMI’s Kitchen Counter Tops are manufactured using the newest technology in Solid Surface Polymers and MasterCast Performance Engineered Composites. They also can be made in dimensions that will work in any type of kitchen.

When you need a beautiful solid surfacing material that’s economical and as durable as premium solid surface sheets, there’s only one solution – VISION by International Marble Industries. Vision is a combination of solid surface polymers and cultured marble matrix. Vision Kitchen Countertops offer an elegant matte finish with four special edge choices as standard. Vision is seamless in most applications up to 140″ x 74″. The durable surface resists burns, scratches, scuffs, stains and corrosion. Vision countertops retain their color and are UV stabilized.

Our kitchen showroom at 304 Bell Park Drive shows our full line of products and is open by appointment from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Call us and we would be happy to give you a tour. Our phone number is 770.928.2252. We look forward to hearing from you!

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IMI has always believed in giving back to our community! We take part in several different events over the course of the year, but golf might be our favorite way to give back.

Recently, Dirk DeVuyst and Nathan Rivera along with Mickey Moore and Randy Reed, played at Bradshaw Farms to raise money for the Children’s Miracle Network. 

IMI has been participating to help the Children’s Miracle Network for the last ten years, and plans to continue in the future.

IMI’s luxury tub line was introduced to a group of wonderful people in downtown Atlanta recently. Nathan, IMI’s Chief Operations Officer, myself, Jenny, resident blogger and Joel, IMI’s VP of Sales attended as IMI’s manufacturer representatives.

The tub shown is the Imperia with a Pearlescent finish and if you like it, you should see the entire line! We have a showroom in Woodstock, GA that you can tour, simply give us a call at 770.928.2252 to schedule it!

Anyone who has ever built or remodeled a home knows that one of the biggest concerns is dust! Nothing is worse than having dust and debris all over your jobsite. The key to dust control is to minimize the introduction and creation of dust during the project. As a builder or remodeler, it is important to work with subcontractors that understand and respect your requirements.

IMI has recently acquired new, state of the art power tools that make cutting cultured marble wall panels, vanity tops, and shower bases virtually dust free! As you can see in the videos below, the dust that would normally be created, simply isn’t. IMI’s commitment to you, our customers, is to provide you solutions for all your bathroom building or remodeling needs!

Another benefit to our customers is that IMI is able to offer a knowledgeable staff who hold various industry specific certifications! IMI is a licensed General Contractor with a Licensed Plumber and a Certified Aging In Place Specialist (CAPS) on staff. IMI also recently received the EPA-RRP Lead-Safe Certification. Whether your project is brand new construction, an older home or somewhere in the middle, IMI is poised to offer you a solution for all your wet-area needs! Including dust free cutting!

If you would like to visit our showroom we would love to show it to you! We are open by appointment from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Call us and we would be happy to give you a tour. Our phone number is 770.928.2252. We look forward to hearing from you!

In honor of earth day today, IMI wanted to spotlight how we are always looking for ways to manufacture the best MasterCast Engineered Composites offering earth friendly options.  Two things IMI is able to do in the manufacturing process is offer soy based resins and recycled glass.

Soy resins can be used in the manufacturing of kitchen and bath surfaces such as seamless shower pans and shower walls, countertops and other surfaces for commercial and residential construction and remodeling. One of the interesting facts about using soybeans for non-tofu-related purposes is that it isn’t a new concept. Henry Ford was widely known as a soybean fanatic in the 1930s when, in his efforts to meld America’s agricultural and manufacturing industries, he designed an entire car made with soy-based plastic panels. (source article)

IMI gets creative with backfill materials, using glass dust at times. Glass dust is the scrap of glass recycling. The U.S. generates 13.6 million tons of glass waste per year (EPA, 2007) with 24% of that number going to recycling uses. We have been experimenting with recycled glass and are pleased with our results! In fact the best way that you could see what the possibilities are is to schedule an appointment to tour our showroom and maybe take a peek at our plant!  We are open by appointment from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday and you can reach us at 770.928.2252.

 IMI has fulfilled the new requirements of the Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA).  The EPA realized the growing concern about lead-based paints in homes and businesses and the real health hazard this situation poses for families and children.

In response to this concern, the EPA has established a new rule focused on renovation, repair and painting work. Beginning April 2010, all renovation, repair, and painting work done on structures built prior to 1978 are required to be done by an EPA certified firm, and a Certified Renovator from that firm must be on site during critical stages of the work.

IMI is excited that we have completed the EPA’s requirements, and if you would like to see our certificate you can view it here: IMI’s Certification. IMI is always committed to not only the highest standards in the manufacturing process, but also having the staff you need whether it is a General Contractor, a Certified-Aging-In-Place Specialist (CAPS), a Licensed Master Plumber or a Certified Renovator!

With IMI’s Gold Services program you can be assured that our cultured marble, cultured granite and SSP materials are members of the flourishing family of MasterCast Engineered Composites. Guided by industry quality control testing and standards since 1974, MasterCast™ is the product of choice for decorative and functional surfacing such as countertops, bathtubs, custom shower bases, shower/tub walls, and more.

If you are interested in seeing a video of how IMI can transform your bathroom, you can click here or here for our most recent YouTube videos!

If you would like to visit our showroom we would love to show it to you! We are open by appointment from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Call us and we would be happy to give you a tour. Our phone number is 770.928.2252. We look forward to hearing from you!

Featuring removal of all tile, install custom shower base, new valve, MasterCast walls, valve trim and shower door.

If you would like to schedule a time to discuss your multi-family or single-family bathroom needs, we are open by appointment from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Call us and we would be happy to give you a tour. Our phone number is 770.928.2252. We look forward to hearing from you!

Every bathroom may have the same necessities; a vanity, toilet, tub and/or shower. But everything else is the frosting on the cake! IMI’s frosting’s include different edges for vanities & tub decks, 6 Color Collections, tile-look shower/tub wall patterns and the ability to customize your shower base and drain location.

The pictures above show our 5’ Bath Tub with built-in armrests, Signature Granite Collection 12” x 12” Slate Tile-Look with Simulated Grout Line wall surrounds, and matching Signature Granite Collection Vanity Top. We produced the vanity top with a solid white integrated bowl to further enhance the beauty and style our MasterCast™ Engineered Composites provide.

IMI has a wide range of products that will suite your wants and needs! In a price that you can afford! To add some frosting to your bathroom such as our wall surrounds, in addition to the ones pictured above, we have several other designs to choose from. These surrounds can transform your bathroom, make it easier to clean, and eliminate your fear of water leaks all at the same time!

We understand that many times when you are remodeling your bathroom, it is because of a particular need. We strive to meet those needs and give you a finished product that is beautiful too! IMI is a licensed General Contractor with a Licensed Plumber and a Certified Aging In Place Specialist (CAPS) on staff.
If you would like to schedule a time to discuss your bathroom remodeling needs, we are open by appointment from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Call us and we would be happy to give you a tour. Our phone number is 770.928.2252. We look forward to hearing from you!

Many residential contractors are embracing a universal design principle. The goal is simple: Create living spaces that accommodate all people – from the able-bodied to the elderly and physically handicapped–without the need for adaptation or specialized design. The concept is especially marketable to the Active Adult baby-boomer population. “We are seeing the need for universal design and its’ implementation is quickly becoming accepted as normal throughout the country. You can see it in all facets of the residential building industry, including single-family, multi-family, and remodeling.” says Joel A. Bump, CAPS, EPA-RRP Certified. “Smart developers are building spaces that can be used by a larger group of people for a larger period of time.” (Source: http://www.multifamilyexecutive.com/finishes-and-surfaces)

IMI understands both the consumer needs and the builder needs. We currently have a Certified Aging In-Place Specialist (CAPS), EPA-RRP Certification, General Contractor & Master Plumber Licenses, and an Engineer on staff. The knowledge that these individuals bring to the table makes IMI and our MasterCast Engineered Composite vanity tops, tubs, shower bases, and wall surrounds the perfect choice for all your bathroom designs!

If you would like to schedule a time to discuss your multi-family or single-family bathroom needs, we are open by appointment from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Call us and we would be happy to give you a tour. Our phone number is 770.928.2252. We look forward to hearing from you!

IMI had a great time at the Atlanta Home Show. There were bigger crowds than we had seen in the recent past, which was really exciting! It was great getting to talk with people, answer questions and introduce our newest tub, The MAREN!

The MAREN

The MAREN Stand Alone Soaking Tub is a MasterCast Engineered Composite™ that will offer ageless luxury to your bathroom interior. Our Designer Luxury Baths are manufactured with materials that offer the authenticity of stone to make them hard wearing, yet are lighter and warmer to the touch than stone. The bath combines contemporary and classic design, and presents a minimalistic look to fit into any style of bathroom. The MAREN is available in Solid White, Solid Biscuit, and Solid Almond in a gloss or matte finish. It is also available in our Signature Collection of MasterCast Engineered Composites™ which can also be selected for matching custom shower bases and vanity tops.

 If you would like to visit our showroom to see this tub or any of our other products, we would love to show it to you! We are open by appointment from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Call us and we would be happy to give you a tour. Our phone number is 770.928.2252. We look forward to hearing from you!