Use and Care Manual

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Flamed
Blowtorch-type heat dimples the
surface
• One of the most common
forms of finishing granite
• Particularly good non-slip
properties
• Achieved by intense heat
• Produces a rough finish
• For use anywhere
Sandblasted
Texture is similar to a concrete
sidewalk
• Achieved by pressurized sand
and water; produces a matte
finish
• The texture is similar to that of
a concrete sidewalk.
• Highly slip-resistant and very
durable
• Can be used anywhere
• Excellent for use around pools,
steps and common areas
Hammered or Chiseled
One step rougher than
sandblasting
• A mechanical process that
dimples the surface of the
stone, making it very non-slip
• The surface is one step
rougher than sandblasted.
• Suitable for interior and exterior
applications
Types of Surface Finishes