What’s the Best Finish for the Stone You’ve Chosen?

What’s the Best Finish for the Stone You’ve Chosen?

You’ve narrowed down the types of natural stones you love best for each particular project. Now, what are your choices of finishes? Not every finish — polished, honed, brushed, leathered, flamed, bush hammered, tumbled, sandblasted, cleft face, river washing, plus others — applies to each particular type of stone. Which surface is best for how the stone will be used? And which will still portray your style?

Short of creating a spreadsheet, you can find valuable information in the blog post Natural Stone FAQ – Types of Stone Finishes. It offers the details you need to start – and possibly finish – your natural stone projects.