| Other Names | Gem Mist Granite, Ebony Mist Granite | |
|---|---|---|
| Availability | Inquire | |
| Finishes | Polished, Honed, Sawn, Rockfaced, Sandblasted, Tumbled, Acid Wash, Antique | |
| Country of Origin | United States | |
| Absorption | 0.1-0.15% | |
| Abrasion Resistance | Excellent | |
| Chemical Resistance | Good | |
| Durability | Excellent | |
| Fire Performance | 0 flame spread (per ASTM E 84) | |
| Freeze Thaw Resistance | Good | |
| Hardness | Excellent | |
| Panel Sizes | Up to 4'×8' (1220mm×2440mm) | |
| Staining Resistance | Good | |
| Structural Performance (on Honeycomb) | Excellent |
American Black Granite Panels by StonePly
American Black Granite presents a deep black field with subtle tonal shifts that read charcoal to graphite in changing light. Fine, linear movement travels horizontally across the surface, intersected by thin white veining that appears in controlled, organic sweeps. The overall scale is broad and continuous, giving the stone a composed, architectural presence with restrained contrast and refined visual texture.
For interior architectural applications, American Black Granite can be specified for lobby installations, feature walls, elevator surrounds, and corridor cladding. Its dark tonality and directional movement create a strong visual anchor within contemporary spaces while maintaining a refined, professional aesthetic suited to commercial environments.
StonePly American Black Granite panels are fabricated using a lightweight honeycomb composite system that bonds natural stone to an aluminum backing. This composite construction significantly reduces panel weight while maintaining the authentic surface of the granite. The result is improved handling efficiency and streamlined installation compared to conventional dimensional stone.
For additional information regarding finishes, panel configurations, or technical resources related to American Black Granite, please contact StonePly for more information.
Additional Reading
Other than diamonds, rubies, and sapphires, granite is the hardest natural stone. Granite is the preferred stone for exterior cladding as it is known for its strength and resistance to the elements. Unlike marble, granite is a very low maintenance choice for your building exterior; it is extremely resistant to heat, scratching, and stains.
Quarried all over the world, granite comes in a wide variety of colors. Typically you find granite finished with a high polish to show off the beautiful array of colors and natural grain. Granite's appearance is phenomenal for exterior applications or interior accents but can sometimes look too "busy" in confined spaces. To meet the need of current trends, granite can be honed, sandblasted, or have other textures applied to soften its natural tones and provide a very aesthetically pleasing panel.
Granite is not only found in commercial cladding applications but is a favorite for counter tops and flooring as well. The stone is extremely durable and easily maintained and cleaned. Being harder than marble and limestone, granite surpasses other stones in its ability to resist staining and acidic materials.
If your requirements call for a stone that has permanence, enduring texture and color, along with complete freedom from deterioration and maintenance, then granite is an ideal candidate for your project.