The leathered finish also called the brushed finish is a relatively new finishing style.
What is a brushed finish on granite.
Leathered granite is more stain resistant than honed granite and disguises smudges and water spots better than polished granite.
A leathered finish will also better accentuate your stone s natural color than a honed finish.
The diamond 10 is a thermal finish with an added water jet treatment to enhance the color and appearance of the stone.
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The stone s subtle dimple like texture is achieved when diamond tipped brushes are run on top of honed granite.
Since honed granite isn t as slippery or stain resistant than polished granite you might need to reseal it more frequently.
A leathered finish is a newer style that is gaining more traction in the design world.
While it does retain.
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.
To create a brushed finish manufacturers gently brush the granite s surface until it becomes textured and appears worn in.
However you won t need to add polish to the stone.
Selecting the right finish for your granite is an important choice that is as much about function as it is about aesthetics.
Polished granite will have a high sheen that can often provide a pleasant contrast to the wooden cabinets often found in kitchens.
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.
The density or depth of its texture will vary depending on the type and composition of the stone an act of mother nature which gives each material a unique color and appearance.
Highly recommended on darker granite colors.
When deciding which way you want to finish your granite countertop conventional thinking will have you choosing between honed and polished.
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.
Polished honed and brushed finishes for granite floors september 06 2013.
A leathered or brushed finish is a somewhat new finishing style that is becoming more popular.
Like a honed finish a brushed finish dilutes the color of the granite.
It features a soft sheen that is less than polished granite but includes a textured appearance.
To achieve this finish granite first begins with a honed surface.
However leathered granite is non reflective and as a result can make a small space seem smaller.