Countertop Honing in Lincolnwood, IL
Honing uses diamond abrasives with water to remove a very thin layer of the stone surface. It takes out etch marks, light scratches and worn spots, and leaves an even matte or satin finish. Honing is also the first step before polishing a countertop back to a shine.
What does honing a marble countertop do?
Honing removes a thin layer of the surface with diamond abrasives and water. It takes out etch marks from lemon, wine and cleaners, light scratches and worn spots, and leaves an even matte or satin finish. It can be the final finish or the step before polishing. Send us photos for a quote.
Signs your countertop needs honing
- Dull rings from glasses, lemon or wine
- Etch marks from acidic cleaners
- Light scratches you can feel
- Worn spots near the sink and cooktop
- Uneven sheen across the countertop
Our process
- Protect Cabinets, walls and appliances are masked to control water and slurry.
- Diamond hone We work through progressively finer diamond grits to remove the damage.
- Even the finish The whole surface is blended so there are no patchy areas.
- Clean Slurry is removed and the stone is rinsed and dried.
- Seal We recommend sealing after honing, since a matte finish is more open.
Stones we work on
Marble, Limestone, Travertine, Soapstone, Granite
Recent honing jobs near Lincolnwood
- Checkerboard Marble Floor Revival (Skokie, Marble): Revived a classic black-and-white checkerboard marble floor in a Skokie residence. Both marble colors had lost their luster and the grout lines were heavily stained. We performed precision grinding to level lippage between tiles, followed by honing and polishing each tile to a uniform finish. Deep grout cleaning and color sealing restored the crisp contrast between tiles.
- Evanston Marble Kitchen Island Restoration (Evanston, Marble): This project in Evanston, Illinois involved restoring the natural clarity and polish of a beautiful white marble kitchen island that had developed light wear and dullness from daily kitchen use. Over time, marble surfaces in high-use areas like islands and prep counters can lose their original finish due to micro-scratches, mild etching, and general surface abrasion. Our Granite Heroes team performed a professional diamond honing and polishing process to carefully resurface the marble and bring back its smooth, reflective finish while preserving the natural character and veining of the stone. The restoration process refined the surface,…
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Reviews from customers near Lincolnwood
- "Granite Heroes restored our terrazzo lobby floors in our vintage Evanston building. The crew was meticulous and the floors look brand new. Every resident has commented on the transformation." — Michael R., Evanston, IL (Google review)
- "You guys are the most amazing business owners I've ever dealt with. Thank you for coming out and polishing the bathroom marble. The work is absolutely flawless and most professional I've seen." — Denny D Speed, Edison Park, IL (Google review)
- "They re-caulked and restored our entire marble shower. No more water leaks, no more mold concerns. The shower looks absolutely gorgeous and we finally feel safe using it again." — Maria G., Wilmette, IL (Google review)
What is the difference between honing and polishing?
Honing leaves a matte or satin finish and removes surface damage. Polishing continues to finer grits to bring back a reflective shine.
Does honed marble etch less?
Honed marble still reacts to acids, but etch marks are much less visible on a matte finish than on a polished one.
How much does countertop honing cost?
It depends on the square footage and the amount of damage. Send us photos and we will reply with a quote.