Where the slab meets the room.
The edge profile sets the tone of a surface as much as the colour does. Eight standard profiles are cut and polished to order on every Bellistri piece, from a sharp 45° chamfer to a heavier L-shaped return.
Squared Ridge at 45°
A crisp 45° chamfer with a sharp arris, giving the slab a faceted, architectural edge.
Rounded Ridge at 45°
The same 45° angle, softened with a rounded top edge for a gentler line of light.
Straight Squared Ridge
A clean vertical edge with a squared top — the quietest, most minimal profile.
Rounded Straight Ridge
A vertical edge with a softly rounded top corner, comfortable to the touch.
Double Straight Squared Ridge
A stepped double edge that reads as a thicker slab, with crisp squared lines.
Double Straight Rounded Ridge
The same stepped double profile, with every edge eased to a soft round.
L-Shaped Squared Ridge
An L-shaped return that visually doubles the slab thickness, with sharp corners throughout.
L-Shaped Rounded Ridge
The L-shaped return with every corner rounded, for a heavier profile that still feels soft.
A quick rule of thumb
Squared ridges — straight or at 45° — suit contemporary kitchens and read as quietly structural. Rounded ridges soften a busy worktop or a family table. The double and L-shaped returns are used where the side of the slab is visible — kitchen islands and freestanding desks — to give the impression of a thicker, more substantial block of stone.
| Profile | Best suited to |
|---|---|
| Squared / Rounded Ridge at 45° | Worktops, minimal interiors |
| Straight Squared / Rounded Ridge | Kitchen worktops, everyday surfaces |
| Double Straight Ridge | Islands, tables, reception counters |
| L-Shaped Ridge | Freestanding desks, statement islands |
Profiled and polished after the slab is cut to size
Every profile is cut and polished by hand in our Catania workshop, after the slab has been sized and templated to your kitchen, table or desk — never before, so the edge geometry is exact to the finished dimensions rather than trimmed from a stock length. The edge is finished as a separate step from the top's surface finish, which is why any of our 8 profiles can be paired with any of our 7 finishes and 58 colours without restriction. Profiling is included as standard on every quote; a fully bespoke edge drawn to your own specification can be costed separately.
Frequently asked
Does an edge profile cost extra?
No — all 8 standard profiles are included in a standard quote. A fully custom profile can be costed separately.
Which is most durable for a busy kitchen?
A Straight Squared or Rounded Ridge resists chipping best, having fewer fine edges than a sharp 45° chamfer.
Can the edge differ from the top's finish?
Yes — the edge is profiled as a separate step, so any profile pairs with any finish and colour.