Leathered granite is produced by running diamond-tipped brushes across a honed stone surface, creating a low-to-satin sheen with a slightly textured feel that polished granite cannot replicate. The finish divides into three common applications: Leathered Black. Absolute Black and Black Pearl leathered. the most-specified combination in the category, valued for its depth and near-zero fingerprint visibility; Leathered Movement Granite. Colonial White, River White, and similar stones where leathering enhances the natural mineral variation without high-gloss reflection; and Leathered Exotic. High-movement granite and quartzite at the premium tier. GoSource carries leathered-compatible granite slabs from MSI, Scalea, Sensa, Daltile and more at wholesale trade pricing.
Compare leathered granite styles, finish options, and top brands. with transparent wholesale pricing. So you can spec the right slab before your next order.
Leathered granite pricing combines the base slab cost with a fabricator finish upcharge of $5–$15/sq ft depending on the stone hardness and slab size. GoSource members receive wholesale trade pricing on the slab. The leathered finish is applied by your fabricator.
Entry
$20–$50
per sq ft retail ($15–$40 slab wholesale + $5–$10 leathered upcharge)
Classic entry-level leathered granite. Near-solid surface with minimal mineral movement. Best for commercial projects, multifamily renovations, and outdoor kitchens where a clean, durable low-maintenance surface is the goal.
Slabs: Standard entry slabs + fabricator leathered finish
Mid-Range
$50–$85
per sq ft retail ($38–$65 slab wholesale + $8–$12 leathered upcharge)
Mid-range movement leathered granite. Best for residential kitchens, design-build, and outdoor kitchen installations where the leathered texture is a design-intent element of the project.
Slabs: Mid-range slabs + fabricator leathered finish
Premium
$85–$175+
per sq ft retail ($65+ slab wholesale + $10–$15 leathered upcharge)
Leathered exotic granite and quartzite with complex mineral patterning. The leathered finish elevates the texture on these stones beyond what polished surfaces can achieve. Best for luxury feature surfaces, outdoor entertaining areas, and design-driven projects.
Slabs: Premium exotic slabs + fabricator leathered finish
| Feature | Polished | Honed | Leathered |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sheen Level | High gloss | Matte / flat | Low-to-satin sheen |
| Surface Texture | Smooth, flat | Smooth, flat | Slightly textured |
| Fingerprint Visibility | High. Visible on dark stones | Low-to-moderate | Very low. Best of three |
| Water Spot Visibility | High on dark/black surfaces | Moderate | Very low. Best of three |
| Stain Resistance | High. Sealed pores, easy wipe-down | Lower. Open pores absorb more | Moderate. Partially closed pores |
| Sealing Required | Yes. Every 1–2 years | Yes. Every 1–2 years (more critical) | Yes. Every 1–3 years |
| Best Stone Colors | Light and white granites. Maximizes depth on movement granites | Works on all colors. Preferred for soft, matte aesthetic | Black and dark granites. Exotic movement stones |
| Outdoor Use | Yes. UV stable. High-gloss can show weathering | Yes. Honed preferred for outdoor texture | Yes. Best for outdoor. Hides weathering |
| Price Premium | Baseline price (standard finish) | Same or $2–$5/sq ft less than polished | +$5–$15/sq ft (fabricator upcharge) |
| Best For | Light kitchens, formal settings, high-gloss design intent | Transitional kitchens, softer look, bathrooms | Dark countertops, outdoor kitchens, high-traffic commercial |
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Widest Leathered Selection
MSI carries the broadest range of leathered-compatible granite slabs on GoSource. Black Pearl, Absolute Black, Colonial White, New River White, and Himalaya White are all well-suited to leathered or honed fabrication. MSI slabs are the most widely stocked and have the fastest lead times, making them the default slab choice when a client specifies a leathered finish.
Starting at $13/sq ft (slab, trade)
View All MSI Granite for Leathered Finish →Premium Leathered Consistency
Scalea granite slabs are cut to Cosentino's tight thickness tolerances, an important factor for leathered finish work, since consistent slab thickness produces a more even textured surface across large-format projects. The right choice for premium residential and design-spec leathered installations where finish consistency across a multi-top project is the specification priority.
Starting at $18/sq ft (slab, trade)
View All Scalea Granite for Leathered Finish →Pre-Sealed Slabs (Honed Only)
Sensa granite comes factory-sealed with SenGuard treatment applied to the polished face. Leathering after sealing removes or disrupts the protective layer and is not recommended. For clients who want a matte or low-sheen finish with Sensa, specify honed. Honed Sensa combines the SenGuard maintenance benefit with a non-reflective surface character.
Honed only. Confirm Sensa honed SKU list
View All Sensa Granite for Honed Finish →Entry Leathered Slabs
Daltile's granite line covers the entry and early mid-range tier for leathered finish projects. Cotton White and entry black lines are well-suited to leathered fabrication at accessible slab prices. The practical choice for multifamily renovation programs and commercial projects where leathered finish is specified for durability and low maintenance rather than premium aesthetics.
Starting at $8/sq ft (slab, trade)
View All Daltile Granite for Leathered Finish →
