Natural Stone Edge Finishes
The stone edge finish is the final surface applied to the face of dimension stone during fabrication. Below are examples.
Rocked Edge
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Rocked edges are achieved by hand-trimming the edge of natural stone stairs or fireplace hearths. This example is thermal bluestone with a rocked edge.
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Granite hearthstone with a thermal top and rocked edge.
Thermal Edge
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A thermal edge is a flat sawn edge that is then heated to create a flat, matte non-skid surface.
![VTLF Boston Blend Ashlar Copper Door Fireplace](https://stoneyard.com/wp-content/uploads/VTLF-Boston-Blend-Ledgestone-Copper-Door-Fireplace.jpeg)
Granite hearthstone with a thermal surface and thermal edge.
Bullnose Edge
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Bullnose trim provides a smooth, rounded edge for stair steps and fireplace hearths.
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