Thermal Finish Granite

Honed granite is smooth while thermal is noticeably rough both in appearance and texture.
Thermal finish granite. The diamond 10 is a thermal finish with an added water jet treatment to enhance the color and appearance of the stone. Highly recommended on darker granite colors. For custom finishes our craftsmen welcome the opportunity to meet the most demanding design requirements. A rough and uneven surface resulting from splitting pointing and or rough cutting the granite.
In fact some of our most difficult custom challenges have evolved into some of our standard finishes. Ash granite 1 1 4 ash granite pattern flagstone comes 1 and 1 1 4 thick for outdoor use on patios and walkways also available in 2 thick for treads and wall caps. Our comprehensive suite of finishes is where you ll discover a finish that perfectly conveys the inspiration behind your design. Testing details bulk density astm c97 avg.
Another popular finish for granite slabs is a honed surface. Ash granite is a fine grained medium gray to dark gray granite with darker grey flecks and a thermal finish. When the stone is honed it often lacks the reflection offered by polished surfaces. Kafka granite thermal flagstone is the perfect option for a sophisticated look in your hardscape project.
Natural stone appearance with thermal finish. Honed granite surfaces are smooth and provide a great work surface. Spacer bar that creates a consistent sand joint. Imperial gray granite project by landmark landscapes.
While the process can only be applied to stones like granite that have minerals with varying expansions rates as well as bluestone there are certain hard limestones and marbles that can also withstand the process. Honed granite has a soft matte finish and the lack of buffing allows for more of the stone s natural color to be seen. This creates a matte or buffed appearance. Thermal finish flagstone.
Because thermal and honed finishes do not maximize the color of the stone a diamond finish can be applied to enhance it. The diamond finish is achieved by water jetting stone with 4 6 or 8 heads by either hand or machine. Absorption 0 07 compressive strength astm c170 avg. Smooth and consistent texture.
Diamond 4 6 8 water jet. The top surface has a thermal finish to provide traction and accentuate the unique character of the natural stone. The process is often referred to as a flamed or thermal finish and can be best described as creating a textured look. 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.
Sold as patio pack or as individual sizes.