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.