Stone Finishes Reference
Stone 101
Rockface
Rock Face (Rockface) stone is hand-chipped to produce a natural rugged look projection along its face. This finish creates a more raw appearance than regular split face. Detail character ranges from low to high for most stones. Choose this to keep a natural looking finish.
Bullnose
Convex rounding on top and bottom such as a stair tread. A convex, semicircular molding formed on the end of a piece of stone, usually bluestone, travertine, or granite.
Eased Edge or Eased Edge Top
Eased Edge (EE) is the process of saw-cutting and slightly “easing” over the edges of the coping to smooth sharp corners. It can be either top and bottom or top only as options. Choose this stone finish for a slight smooth finish.
Finish Treatment (1 Long)
1 Long refers to coping where the long front-facing side of the coping receives the finishing treatment. This edge is typically the primary visible part of the coping, where the design, texture, and finish are most prominent.
The ‘1 long’ side is crucial in providing a clean, polished appearance, ensuring the coping fits seamlessly into the structure while enhancing its overall aesthetic.
Finish Treatment (2 Long)
2 Long refers to a coping piece with both of the long sides (front and back) receiving finishing treatment. In this case, both the front and back edges of the coping are treated, while the shorter sides on the left and right are untreated.
This type of coping is commonly used for projects where both long sides of the coping are exposed and require a complete, finished appearance.
Finish Treatment (1 Long, Left Short)
1 Long, Left Short refers to coping where the front-facing long side and shorter left side receive finishing treatment. The shorter side on the right and long side on the back remain unmodified or are cut to fit specific design requirements. This type is commonly used in corners or edges where one side is longer than the other.
Finish Treatment (1 Long, Right Short)
1 Long, Right Short is similar to 1 Long, Left Short coping, but the short right side and long, front-facing side of the coping receive finishing treatment. The short left side and long back side are left either unmodified or cut to fit the design.
This coping is often used in specific corner placements or uneven layouts where one edge is shorter.
Granite Post - Stone Finishes
Rocked
Rocked stone finish embraces a bold, textured look, with all sides intentionally roughened to enhance the stone’s natural character. The process creates a rugged, chiseled surface that highlights deep ridges and shadowed contours, giving the stone a strong, organic presence.
Its raw, weathered aesthetic feels both timeless and striking, as if the stone was shaped by nature itself—only with a bit more precision.
Rock 2 Thermal 2 (R2T2)
Rock 2 Thermal 2 (R2T2) stone finish creates a striking contrast between its surfaces, with two sides left naturally rugged and split, while the other two are thermally treated for a smoother, matte texture. The result is a dynamic interplay of rough and refined - where the raw, organic edges highlight the stone’s natural character, and the thermal faces offer a softened, even-toned surface.
Pineapple
Pineapple granite finish isn’t as tropical as it sounds - no fruity cocktails included, unfortunately - but it does bring a textured, rugged elegance to any surface. Pineapple granite posts have a subtly bumpy, dimpled feel, reminiscent of a pineapple’s skin. It’s the perfect choice for anyone who wants their stone to look refined yet a little rough around the edges.
More Finishes & Textures
Tumbled
The process of rounding or softening the edges of a piece of stone and its face to provide a smoother, more rustic appearance. Commonly tumbled stone includes pavers, wall stone, and cobblestones.
Natural Cleft
Generally pertains to stones that are formed in layers in the ground. When such stones are cleaved or separated along a natural bedding plane, the remaining surface is referred to as a natural cleft.
Thermaled
This finish is achieved by applying a high temperature flame to the surface of the stone. This flame fractures crystals on the face, leaving a rough-textured finish. Highly skid resistant, the thermaled finish is an excellent choice for walking surfaces.
Variegated
Defined by varying color pattern across the surface of a stone, most commonly referring to bluestone. Variegated bluestone displays lightly varying shades of blue, pink, lavender and brown.
