What finishes are available for my stone?

Column:FAQ Time:2019-07-10

Stone Finishes

Polish
Mirror like finish achieved by applying a series of abrasives.

Honed / Matte

Smooth finish but not polished to provide a reflection.

Flamed

Coarse texture achieved by exposing stone to intense heat causing a spalling of the surface.

Sanded

Surface has a slightly coarse texture achieved by grinding the surface with coarse abrasives.

Tumbled / Antique

Stone is tumbled with sand or pebbles to provide a softer, rounded edge and an antique or weathered finish.

Rock Pitch / Hewn

Stone is chipped or split to leave a rough, fractured finish.

Routered

Any stone edge that has been polished with a router. This edge can be polished in a variety of shapes.

Mitre

The line formed by meeting two stones in a perfect fit.