Limestone: a rock that is formed chiefly by accumulation of organic remains (as shells or
coral), consists mainly of calcium carbonated, is extensive used in building; yields lime when
burned. The typical finishes for limestone are:
- Polished (glossy surface which brings out the full color and character of the limestone),
- Honed (a satin smooth surface with little or no gloss), and
- Sawn (a comparatively rough surface; can be chat, shot, sand or diamond sawn).
Other Finishes:
Sand Blasted: matte textured surface finish with no gloss; finished by application of a steady
flow of sand and water pleasure.
Bush-Hammered: a mechanical process which produces textured surface; textures vary from
subtle to rough.
Definition Sources: Webster Dictionary and The Marble Institute of America Design Manual.
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Beige
Fantasy |
Biancone
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Blue
Fantasy |
Caliza Capri |
Crema Europa |
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Crema Luna |
Porto
Beige |
Crema Nova |
Giallo
Provenza |
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Crema Beida |
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