How you can take tiles from ordinary to extraordinary
We’re all familiar with the traditional, square tiles adorning bathroom and kitchen walls. But what if you want to go further for your project, to create walls which can be classified as works of art? Well, you’ll need to think outside of the box - or outside of the...
The Promises We Intend to Keep
Becoming a reliable partner for each customer means being able to keep promises. To us at Atlantic Link, that means being clear and upstanding from day zero. We stand by giving you good advice, using our know-how and expertise to provide technical and aesthetic...
Invest Now, Earn Later
The value of real estate fluctuates greatly depending on a wide range of factors. These factors include location, inflation, the cost of borrowing and of course supply and demand. Many of the factors that affect resale value are out of the owner’s control. After all,...
What happens if it breaks?
It’s natural for things to deteriorate over time. This is just a fact of life. We, as humans, grow old and so does everything around us, even things like stone. The wear and tear of the elements and continued use make buildings weaker, older, and sometimes, the need...
Ductile vs. Brittle
Let’s continue our deep dive into construction materials. We’ve covered the differences between some of the most common man-made and natural materials. We’ve also talked about the characteristics of wood as a construction material. In this article we are going to take...
Natural or Man-Made Materials? When to use what
Not all materials are created equal. In fact, not all materials are created, period. In the construction industry, we use a plethora of materials, some of them made by humans and others made by Nature. What are the differences between them? And what is appropriate to...
The advantages of wood as a construction material
A natural and quality material with a long-standing tradition in architectural and construction work is wood. This makes sense for a lot of reasons and in this article, we talk about just a few of them. Plus, we talk about a few ways in which we can enhance and...
KPIs for Foreign Suppliers
Finding the right business partners isn’t always easy. And when it comes to finding foreign suppliers, it can seem even more daunting. So how can you measure their performance and make sure they are the right fit? Here are some key things to keep in mind. ...
3 Key Qualities of Atlantic Link Suppliers
At Atlantic Link we are basically a liaison between you and our suppliers. We help you find the best materials and products for your projects and source them for you in Italy. But how can we guarantee your satisfaction as our partner? The basic answer is simple: we...
How to reduce supply chain lead times
When you are in the midst of a project, having everything arrive on time is crucial. In effect, a construction site is like a huge domino, and when one thing goes wrong, it can derail the entire operation for days or weeks. What can we do to ensure timely delivery...