Selecting the right finish for your granite is an important choice that is as much about function as it is about aesthetics.
Black granite with a brushed finish.
Unlike some other granite black pearl is known for having a uniform look and.
When deciding which way you want to finish your granite countertop conventional thinking will have you choosing between honed and polished.
Even premium black granite in the brushed finish is likely to add a natural feel to your cooking space.
The granite will have the appearance of leather hence the term leathered granite.
These black honed kitchen worktops look amazing in both traditional and non traditional spaces adding a dramatic touch to the interior.
Leathered granite will show more depth than honed granite.
Absolute black honed granite worktop looks impressive in his subtle finish.
Absolute black granite typically does not need sealing since it is so dense.
You can get black pearl granite in a polished finish as well as a brushed finish which will give your kitchen a professional look.
It will show off the natural characteristics of the stone and will help to hide stains scratches.
The right finish for lifestyle maintenance part 2.
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.
Because of the brushing process granite countertops with this finish are more porous in comparison to glossy polished granite.
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.
Highly recommended on darker granite colors.
Polished honed and brushed finishes for granite floors september 06 2013.
Black pearl granite sometimes known as silver pearl or black labrador is quarried out of india and heavily features blacks and grays.
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.
I got new kitchen counters granite with a leathered finish about a year and 9 months ago they have developed areas of discoloration with several areas much lighter than the surrounding.
To create a brushed finish manufacturers gently brush the granite s surface until it becomes textured and appears worn in.
Although a leathered finish may benefit from sealing as it is more porous.
However the haze occurs only when the granite sealer is applied incorrectly and allowed to dry on the surface.