There is just something special about marble. Humans have known this for thousands of years, so many awe-inspiring world wonders have been made from this natural stone. Everything from the Taj Mahal to the State of David to the Parthenon in Greece is made from marble!
If you’re considering adding marble to your home, you’re not alone. Yet, the decision for marble floors in your West Palm home is only the beginning, not the final choice. You may also decide if you want honed vs polished marble.
Table of Contents
- Honed vs Polished Marble
- Honed Marble
- Polished Marble
- Contact the Marble Experts at Florida Tile & Grout Restoration
Honed vs Polished Marble
You’ve decided marble is the right material for your home. It is elegant and luxurious, making it just the right touch your home needs to be something special. How do you decide? You have two choices.
Honed Marble
“Honed marble” is an industry term that refers to a marble slab that’s been ground down to a smooth, flat surface. Rather than polishing it, the makers of the marble slab leave the stone with a matte finish and a velvety feel.
Honed marble is great for marble flooring, especially shower floors! There are several reasons a homeowner may select this option. For one, honed surfaces are more durable. This is because it is more resistant to scratches. If and when it gets scratched, it’s less noticeable since light doesn’t reflect off the matte finish like the glossy shine of polished surfaces. It’s also less slippery when it’s wet, like after being mopped.
You can go for this option and opt for honed marble countertops to take advantage of their sturdiness. Nevertheless, since a honed finish is porous, it is usually more susceptible to stains as well.
Polished Marble
Polished marble is exactly what it sounds like: a marble slab that has been polished. It’s beautiful, glossy, and highly reflective! Polished finishes are the classic choice for kitchen countertops. It can offer a striking feature to an accent wall due to its shiny finish and its ability to reflect light.
Contact the Marble Experts at Florida Tile & Grout Restoration
We are known around the West Palm area as being experts in tile repair, grout replacement, and tile cleaning, but we also handle marble services. We can guide you in the right direction when choosing honed vs polished marble.
Likewise, we feel honed marble is better for floors, while polished marble is better for countertops. This has to do with the fact that while polished marble is beautiful, it’s also slippery and more likely to show damage in high-traffic areas. We’re always here for you if you have any additional questions or need maintenance for your marble, whether it’s honed or polished!