What is an eased edge?
Eased edges are just slightly rounded corners on a square end that help remove any sharp edges prone to chips. These are more durable than regular squared edges, as the rounded surface decreases the chances you will chip them if you were to strike them on the edge with a hard object.
What is an eased countertop edge?
An eased edge countertop has rounded square edges. Some people refer to it as a ‘softened square’ look. It’s one of the more popular laminate countertop edges as well. A sharp square edge would reveal the unsightly layers while an eased edge conceals it. Eased edge and quartz pair well together, too.
Is Eased edge the same as pencil edge?
Yes, generally speaking, a pencil edge may be slightly more rounded than an eased edge. Think of a pencil edge profile as a slightly rounded corner on the top edge of your slab (or on both the top and the bottom edges). Now, between those two slightly rounded edges, imagine a flat surface.
What does eased edge granite look like?
Eased Edge: Eased edge offers a square flat face with the sharp edge on top rounded slightly. Sometimes, the eased edge is rounded enough to be called a quarter round granite edge.
Is an eased edge the same as a pencil edge?
Which countertop edge is the most popular?
Full Bullnose
One of the most popular standard countertop edges is the Full Bullnose. This sophisticated edge profile is a timeless classic and will look great on your quartz countertops in the kitchen or bathroom.
What is a standard edge for granite?
The Half Inch Bevel (1/2 inch bevel) edge gives shape, yet still softens the look of the edge of a granite counter without going towards the rounded profiles. This is a standard granite edge profile.
What’s the difference between a half bullnose edge and a round edge?
If the edge is very round, it’s called a quarter round edge. The half bullnose edge, also known as a roundover, is a round edge. The edging features a very smooth and round surface, and homeowners often make the choice of a half bullnose edge as it can reveal a beautiful cross-section of the stone.
What’s the difference between Demi and bullnose countertop edges?
Demi-bullnose edges are just like half-bullnose edges except that the curve of the rounded edge isn’t as steep. Bullnose edges sometimes make a countertop look too narrow.
What’s the difference between an eased edge and a round edge?
A slab with an eased edge has a flat, square face with the edge having a slightly rounded surface. This is the edge most commonly seen on backsplashes made of granite. If the edge is very round, it’s called a quarter round edge. The half bullnose edge, also known as a roundover, is a round edge.
Which is more expensive ogee edge or bullnose edge?
A double ogee edge has the same shape but with an extra curve. The ogee edge is more difficult to create, so it is one of the more expensive edge styles. Dramatic curves or a double ogee edge can make this style more costly. Bullnose edges are curved along the top and bottom for an even finish.