Honed Surface Finish

Un-shiny honed surface finish has a satin-like feel that is velvety and smooth to the touch. Honed finishes are not reflective and shiny like polished finishes are. Generally, honed finishes are ideal for high use areas due to being visually scratch resistant. Because the finish is not glossy, scratches are not as visible. On the other hand, honed finishes do not have the natural barrier that polished stone does, so it will absorb liquids more quickly and easily.

 

Honed Surface Finish

A honed finish refers to the surface of the stone having been ground with abrasive pads so that it’s smooth, flat and consistent. Honing creates a soft matte finish, similar to slate tiles, even in stones like granite and marble which have some natural shine. Many homeowners appreciate the more natural, warmer feel of honed marble over polished, which can be a little rich in smaller environments.

 

Honed Finished Highlights

Besides hiding scratches better than polished stone, honed finishes are also a lot less slippery than polished stone. Since honing removes the shine and leaves a matte finish, it’s well-suited to areas that must be as non-slip as possible such as floors and stairways, especially in areas that may get wet. It is suggested for use in high traffic areas. Honed finish works perfectly well in areas of heavy traffic and excessive use, like worktops and hallways, as a honed finish is more able to disguise scratches and etching, allowing them to go unnoticed for a longer period of time. 

 

Honed Surface Finish Downsides

One downside to honing is that it tends to leave the stone more porous than a polished finish. It means that honed finishes absorb liquid more easily and quickly than polished finishes, so it is critical to wipe up spills right away. Don’t use regular soap to clean honed marble because it will get absorbed and affect the color of the stone. Using a mildly abrasive detergent with bleach is appropriate for cleaning. However, most natural stone can be sealed to protect it from surface damage and spillages.

 

 

Sealing of Honed Surface Finish

Honed finished does require more frequent re-sealing than polished finishes do. It is important to note that regardless of the finish you chose you should always ensure that the surface is cleaned thoroughly prior to re-sealing.

 

Honed Finished Treatment

The treatment of honed finish of marble and natural stone is achieved with the action of rotating wheels on its surface. The rotating parts are abrasive and have different granularities depending on the result that wants to be achieved.

 

Honed Finished Uses

This type of finish offers many possibilities thanks to its matt texture. In interiors, the honed finish can be used for both, floors and wall coverings. In exteriors, it can be used in facades.

 

Honed Color Variation

It’s worth noting that as part of the process, there is likely to be some color variation, with honed tiles often being slightly lighter than when the same material is subject to a polished finish. Honed granite, for example, may look more grey than black. There are various ways to finish natural stone, and two of the more popular finishes are polished or honed. Considering the merits and demerits of both treatment types, you should make the best decision. We have broken down some characteristics of honed finish to help make your decision a little easier.

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Sources

www.gmswerks.com/blog/article/polished-vs.-honed-natural-stone-which-should-you-choose

www.tinostone.com/honed-finish-of-marble-and-natural-stone/

ineedstone.com.au/news/uncategorized/whats-the-difference-between-honed-and-polished-stone/