POLISHED

 A glossy surface that is very smooth
Reflective polished crystals bring out the brilliant colors and grains of natural stone
Shine is due to polishing bricks and powders used during fabrication
The sheen is not from coating

 HONED

Provides a flat to low sheen gloss
This surface is very smooth, but often very porous
This texture is common in high traffic buildings
It should always be protected with a penetrating sealer because it was wide-open pores
Honed Stone colors are not as vibrant as polished stone

 LEATHER/VELVET TOUCH

A textured matte finish most commonly seen on darker granite
Surface usually has a soft sheen to it but is much less shiny than the glossy look of a polished stone.
Leathered granite hides fingerprints, water spots, and smudges
Shine is due to polishing bricks and powders, used during fabrication