Honed granite has a semi matte satin surface that s smooth to the touch.
Leather look granite worktops.
It is a particularly popular finish with dark granite slabs in bathrooms and wetrooms.
Leathered granite continues to rise in popularity as many homeowners desire to have the attractive and durable material in their homes.
And it is a huge upgrade from our 20 year old laminate.
Black storm leather is a mid tone black with contrasting white vein and is one of the granite s from our leather collection exclusive to mayfair.
What are leathered granite countertops and how are they made.
Honing a granite slab gives it a satin smooth finish.
Our beautifully crafted steel grey leather granite is the latest addition to our prestigious leather collection and features understated yet sophisticated light and dark grey tones throughout.
There is no industry standard on what constitutes a leather finish on granite according to jeff handley member relations manager for the natural stone institute 440 250 9222.
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We picked leathered granite because it has a great feel has a modern look and was in budget so important for us.
Definitely a worktop for the modern kitchen this will complete the look of leather but with the strength of granite.
Using a specialist technique granite can achieve an eye catching leathered and textured appearance without sacrificing natural tones.
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It reflects less light than polished granite and offers a different look altogether.
The process of leathering granite slabs makes the stone more stain resistant due to the fact that the stone pores are closed.
It is a durable product and the texture is unique and interesting.
Honed granite on the other hand stops the sandblasting process short of attaining that highly polished gleam that we have come to expect from the stone.
No matter if you install it in the kitchen bathroom or any other room in the house leathered granite will provide a beautiful natural look that can visually enhance any space.
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