The granite will have the appearance of leather hence the term leathered granite.
Black granite with a brushed finish.
The overall look is important to your design plan but the finish for your natural stone may be better suited to some areas of the home.
Highly recommended on darker granite colors.
At unique stone concepts we carry a wide selection of granite that can be used for kitchen countertops.
Polished granite will have a high sheen that can often provide a pleasant contrast to the wooden cabinets often found in kitchens.
Like a honed finish a brushed finish dilutes the color of the granite.
Selecting the right finish for your granite is an important choice that is as much about function as it is about aesthetics.
To create a brushed finish manufacturers gently brush the granite s surface until it becomes textured and appears worn in.
You can get black pearl granite in a polished finish as well as a brushed finish which will give your kitchen a professional look.
Even premium black granite in the brushed finish is likely to add a natural feel to your cooking space.
Absolute black honed granite worktop looks impressive in his subtle finish.
Leathered granite will show more depth than honed granite.
The right finish for lifestyle maintenance part 2.
Polished honed and brushed finishes for granite floors september 06 2013.
The antique finish is produced by first applying a thermal finish and then a brushed finish to smooth out the characteristics of the stone structure.
These black honed kitchen worktops look amazing in both traditional and non traditional spaces adding a dramatic touch to the interior.
Although a leathered finish may benefit from sealing as it is more porous.
This finish is an ideal choice if you want more of a rustic look to your granite countertop.
When deciding which way you want to finish your granite countertop conventional thinking will have you choosing between honed and polished.
Our inventory includes various different styles and colors of granite slabs but in addition to the style and color another important element that will determine the appearance of the countertop is the finish.
However the haze occurs only when the granite sealer is applied incorrectly and allowed to dry on the surface.
Unlike some other granite black pearl is known for having a uniform look and.
Because of the brushing process granite countertops with this finish are more porous in comparison to glossy polished granite.
Absolute black granite typically does not need sealing since it is so dense.
The diamond 10 is a thermal finish with an added water jet treatment to enhance the color and appearance of the stone.