Why do granite and marble have “imperfections” in their surface?
The complex formation of these stones, which took millions of years under great pressure and heat, produced a blend of materials that each accepts the surface polishing or honing a little differently. Also, tiny indents and texture variations are a perfectly normal part of the character that gives natural stone its extraordinary beauty. • What is honed stone? Honed stone is a satin smooth surface finish with little or no gloss. Since most granite and marble are polished to a gloss at the quarry and shipped that way, we must re-finish the surface for any jobs requesting the finish to be honed. • Does stone that is honed stain more easily? A honed finish does not stain more easily. Once sealed, it has the same stain repellency as polished granite. However, a honed finish may require a little more maintenance since it has a more abraded surface. • Can I buy granite direct from the wholesaler and save money? You can buy direct from some wholesalers, but generally they charge you a higher r
