| Other Names | Nero Assoluto Belfast Granite, Belfast GraniteAbsolute Black Granite | |
|---|---|---|
| Availability | Inquire | |
| Finishes | Polished, Honed, Sawn, Rockfaced, Sandblasted, Tumbled, Acid Wash, Antique | |
| Country of Origin | South Africa | |
| Absorption | 0.05-0.1% | |
| 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 |
Belfast Black Granite Panels by StonePly
Belfast Black Granite is a deep black granite with a fine, tightly grained texture and a uniform, consistent appearance. Subtle mineral variation is present at a very small scale, giving the surface a slightly textured quality without disrupting the overall dark field. The stone reads as dense and even, with minimal movement and a clean, monolithic character.
Interior applications may include wall cladding, feature installations, column covers, and vertical surfaces where a dark, consistent material is required to define architectural elements. Its uniform character allows it to read as a continuous surface across larger installations, supporting clean, uninterrupted design intent within commercial and institutional spaces.
StonePly panels incorporating Belfast Black Granite are fabricated by bonding a thin layer of the stone to an aluminum honeycomb backing, forming a composite panel that is significantly lighter than traditional full-bed granite. This configuration supports the use of granite in vertically oriented cladding systems while maintaining the visual qualities associated with solid stone.
For additional information regarding finishes, panel configurations, or technical resources related to Belfast 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.