Rock Pitched Finish
- Done by Hydraulic Splitter and By Hand
- Typically Least Expensive Finish
- Not Engraveable
Sawed / Smooth / Honed Finishes
- Done by Sawing Granite
- Smooth Finish is Lightly Rubbed
- Honed is Rubbed Heavily to a Matt Finish
- Often Used On None Exposed Surfaces
- Can Be Engraved
- Natural Granite Color is Hidden
Thermal Finish
- Done by Automation or By Hand Flaming
- Great For Non Slip Surfaces
- Hard to Engrave
- Rarely Used In Memorial Work
Polished Finish
- Done by Automation or By Hand
- Cost Varies be Degree of Automation
- Most Common Finish For Engraving