Honing can be used to remove etching and scratching by removing the surface and producing an even uniform finish. Honing includes removing a thin layer off the top of the stone to leave it with a smooth matte finish. Honing requires a specialist stone mason to complete.

How it Works
Diamond abrasive pads in variant grades are using to hone down a thin layer from the stone. Honing natural stone will create a smooth matte appearance, this is perfect if you require a smooth, non slip surface ideal for bathrooms and other areas where moisture is present frequently. Honing will also restore natural stone when it has been stained severely and can not be removed with cleaning alone. In many cases this can happen if the wrong sealer has been applied previously to your stone and can not be chemically removed. This process will restore your stone to its original condition in preparation for sealing. Once the honing process has been completed, a premium penetrating sealer will be applied.

Sealer Choices
- DeepShield Transparent Penetrating Sealer (10 year lifetime)
- DeepShield Colour Enhancing Penetrating Sealer (10 year lifetime)
- DeepShield Gold Transparent Penetrating Sealer (15 year lifetime)

Extra Charges
Very severe deep etching and scratches can sometimes be removed with honing alone, depending on how deep into the stone the damage is. Removing these can be at an additional cost of $10 per square metre.

Instructions
We require that all areas for cleaning are cleared for our arrival, and that you have moved away as much of the furniture as possible.

Important Information
- Sealed surfaces usually need a minimum of 4 hours to be touch dry before being walked on.
- Sealed surfaces should not get wet until the sealer has fully cured, this can take up to 24 hours after sealing. This should be taken into consideration when sealing outdoor areas.
- You must wait for the sealer to fully cure before testing the sealer or carrying out any cleaning.