Stonetech is a Greek company specializing in the quarrying, processing, and trading of natural stones such as marble and other engineered surfaces. Stonetech exports blocks, labs, and 2D and 3D cut-to-size products to over 40 countries worldwide, aided by automated and robotic production technologies. Their team comprises experts on every stage of stone handling, from production to design. Stonetech has teams for internal design, architecture, engineering, tendering, a sampling lab, project management, and wholesales.
Marble and natural stones are renowned for their timeless elegance and versatility in architectural and interior design.
The finishes applied to these materials by the Stonetech teams not only enhance their natural beauty but also contribute to their durability and suitability for various applications. Common finishes, as well as bespoke finishes, offer diverse options to cater to different aesthetic preferences and functional requirements.
Common Finishes
Polished Finish
The polished surface of marble and natural stones is smooth and reflective, showcasing their distinctive veining. This finish adds a luxurious touch to floors, countertops, and wall claddings, making it ideal for upscale residential and commercial spaces.
Honed Finish
Unlike polished surfaces, honed finishes have a matte or satin appearance with a smooth texture. This finish retains the natural color and character of the stone while offering a softer, more subtle aesthetic. Honed marble and natural stones are often preferred for high-traffic areas like bathrooms and kitchens due to their slip-resistant properties.
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| Aliveri Grigio Honed Finish |
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| Skyline marble in honed Finish |
Brushed Finish
Brushed finishes feature a textured surface created by brushing the stone with abrasive tools, resulting in a soft, matte appearance. This finish retains the stone's natural color variations while providing a tactile element that adds warmth and character to floors, countertops, and fireplace surrounds.
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| Alliveri Grigio Brushed Finish |
Tumbled Finish
Tumbled stones have a weathered and rustic appearance achieved through a tumbling process that softens edges and creates a slightly textured surface. This finish imparts a charming, aged look, making it suitable for outdoor paving, pathways, and accent walls where a more casual or Mediterranean-style ambiance is desired.
Special Finishes
Leathered Finish
Leathered finishes feature a textured surface with a subtle sheen reminiscent of leather, achieved through brushing and polishing the stone's surface. This finish provides a tactile quality that enhances grip and hides fingerprints, making it an excellent choice for kitchen countertops and bar tops where both aesthetics and functionality are essential.
Waterjet Finish
Waterjet technology allows intricate patterns and designs to be precisely cut into marble and natural stones, creating bespoke finishes that range from intricate mosaics to geometric motifs. This customizable finish adds a unique artistic element to floors, walls, and architectural features, allowing for personalized expressions of creativity in interior design.
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| Silver Cloud water jet finish |
Bush-hammered
Bush-hammered marble surface finish is achieved by pounding the marble with a specialized tool, creating a rugged texture. This process results in small indentations, giving the surface a matte appearance. It enhances visual appeal and slip resistance, making it ideal for outdoor and high-traffic areas in contemporary or rustic designs.
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| Aliveri Grigio Bush-Hammered Finish |
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| Didimon Bush-Hammered Finish |
Sandblasted Finish
Sandblasted finishes involve propelling abrasives at high velocity onto the stone surface to create a textured, non-slip finish with a matte appearance. This finish is particularly suited for exterior applications such as facades, cladding, and monuments, where aesthetics and functionality are paramount.
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| Aliveri Grigio in sand-blasted, brushed finish |
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| Silver Cloud Sandblasted and brushed finish |
Vein Cut Finish
Vein cutting is a specialized technique that enhances the visibility of a stone's natural veining by cutting the block of marble or natural stone parallel to the vein. This finish creates elongated, linear patterns that accentuate the stone's inherent beauty, making it a popular choice for feature walls, statement floors, and architectural elements in contemporary interiors.
The wide range of finishes available for marble and natural stones allows for endless possibilities in design, from classic elegance to contemporary innovation. Stonetech, with its in-depth knowledge and cutting-edge machinery, is equipped to fulfill any design request with precision and expertise. By leveraging its capabilities, Stonetech ensures that each project endures quality, making marble and natural stones a choice for diverse architectural and interior applications.
