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are the island countertops honed or polished?.

9 years ago

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Aidan Design
9 years ago
Hello! The stone on the island is honed.
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Amy McGlynn
9 years ago
I've only seen polished quartzite. How does the honed hold up?
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9 years ago
The honed quartzite is better to prevent etching. I think it looks great, more like marble when it's honed. Google honed vs polished quartzite for more information. Good luck!

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