Finishes for Benches & Other Stone Items
In order for our benches and other stone
items to reflect the desired organic and natural look, we use a variety of processes that give different finishes
to the natural stone and give them their own unique qualities. Sandblasting, heat torching, hammers, chisels
and diamond blade grinders may be used to give the finish we believe fits the stone. Here are some examples of finishes
you may see on our benches, birdbaths and other stone specialty items:
Thermal Finish: A natural,
textured finish which is attained by using a heat torch to blister or pop the stone. This is often a finishing touch
to other processes in order to soften chisel and grinder marks. |
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Sandblasted
Finish: A finer texture created from sandblasting areas that have been sawn-cut. The result
is a natural stone surface with a smoother, less rustic appearance. |
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Fractured/Split
Finish: A rougher surface created by using a hammer and chisel, generally on the edges of the natural
stone to give the product a more rustic appearance.
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Polished
Finish: If we received natural stone from our stone sources that had been polished beforehand (we
do not polish stone), we may produce some benches with this type of finish available. In this case, the appearance
of the top of the bench would then have a reflective, smooth quality. Depending on the stone, we may combine some thermal
or sandblast techniques to soften the edges around the polished areas for a more unique look. |
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*Please note that these finishes are examples, and the availability
of our stone products with these finishes will vary as our inventory changes. Thank you!
