Answer: Honed granite has not been polished to a shine. It is a smooth, matte finish. Honed granite is lighter colored than its polished counterpart; however the color can be deepened with a color enhancing sealer. It should be noted that while honing a stone produces a look that appeals to many, homed stones are more susceptible to surface stains and will show things such as glass rings and pingerprints much more than polished stones do.

Strictly speaking, granite is called "honed" when the polishing process is halted just before a reflective shiny surface is achieved. This gives a softer, matte appearance to the stone. Cold Spring uses a special process called "Velvet" which enhances and deepens the colors as well. Some fabricators can hone polished granite if they have special equipment to remove the polished surface, but this can sometimes result in wheel marks from the polishing head. See similar questions...

Well apparently it has to do with something called gene expression, which refers to the pattern in which genes are switched on and off. And gene expression has a major effect on your body's biological processes. Each cell in your body contains a 'power-factory' that produces energy, called the mitochondria. See similar questions...

Natural stone Granite have pits that are the part of stones structure. But pits can be minimized by applying sealer to the surface of counter top. See similar questions...

No, granite can vary in hardness. Granite consider next to diamond in hardness. It depends upon color. Some times it can also vary from the different lot. See similar questions...

During 2006, the number of hourly employees ranged from 3,100 to 7,200 and averaged approximately 5,400. On December 31, 2006, the Company employed approximately 2,100 salaried employees who work in management, estimating and clerical capacities. See similar questions...

Step one: Using inches, multiply the Length times the Width times the Height of the piece of granite. See similar questions...

Marble and granite are very different types of rock. Granite is volcanic rock with characteristics that make it ideal for kitchen countertops. It is non-reactive with acidic foods (i.e. lemon juice, wine, etc.). It is also not heat sensitive and very difficult to scratch. Marble, on the other hand, is a sedimentary rock possibly containing former organic material. Thus marble is much softer than granite. It will burn; it will scratch; and it will react with certain acidic foods. See similar questions...

Yes granite has natural pits and fissures that are part of the stones natural structure. Some types of granite have more of such characteristics than other types, and pits can be minimized by applying sealer to the surface of the counter. See similar questions...

Granite is a porous product that requires some sealing periodically. Though natural stone varies in density, some stones need to be sealed more than others. We recommend to our customers that they seal their granite annually. We provide the sealer and show the customer how to do this. See similar questions...

Marble, travertine, or limestone that is honed has a matte or satin finish, rather than a high reflective polish. This is achieved at the factory by stopping just short of the last stage of polishing. Some fabricators have special equipment and can hone marble in their shops by removing the factory polish. One feature of honed marble is that it doesn't show etching as readily, or wear patterns on floors. It is preferred by some because it has a less formal, softer appearance than polished stone. See similar questions...

Granite is an igneous (volcanic) rock consisting of Quartz, orthoclase or microcline. Granite holds very will against the harsh outside environment. Granite is mainly used for monuments and buildings but has become popular for interior use. You will find granite in kitchen countertops, fireplaces, furniture tops, and floors. See similar questions...