Marble: more or less crystallized by metamorphism, that ranges from granular to compact in texture, that is capable of taking high polish, and is used especially in architecture and sculpture (as hardness, coldness, or smoothness). The typical finishes for marbles are:

• Polished (glossy surface, which brings out the full color and character of the marble; it is not generally recommended for exterior use, or commercial floors)
• Honed (satin smooth surface with little or no gloss; recommended for residential and commercial floors)
• Abrasive (a non-reflective surface, usually recommended for exterior use)
  

Other Finishes:

• Sand Blasted: matte textured surface finish with no gloss; finished by application of a steady flow of sand and water pressure.
• Bush-Hammered: a mechanical process which produces textured surface; textures vary from subtle to rough.
  

Definition Sources: Webster Dictionary and The Marble Institute of America Design Manual.

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