| Other Names | Star Galaxy Granite, Galaxy Black Granite, Nero Star Galaxy Granite | |
|---|---|---|
| Availability | Inquire | |
| Finishes | Polished, Honed, Sawn, Rockfaced, Sandblasted, Tumbled, Acid Wash, Antique | |
| Country of Origin | India | |
| Absorption | 0.05-0.15% | |
| 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 |
Black Galaxy Granite Panels by StonePly
Black Galaxy Granite is a deep black stone with a dense field of fine, reflective mineral flecks distributed throughout the surface. These small bronze and gold-toned inclusions appear suspended within the darker background, creating a consistent, speckled pattern that reads as uniform from a distance and more detailed up close. Black Galaxy Granite maintains a controlled, even appearance, with variation expressed through the concentration and distribution of its crystalline structure.
Used for statement walls, reception compositions, and prominent vertical surfaces, it gives interior spaces a darker point of focus with a more refined, tailored character. It is especially effective in entry sequences, lobby features, and framed architectural installations, where the deep black field and subtle metallic flecking create a polished visual presence that feels deliberate, elevated, and quietly dramatic.
Black Galaxy Granite is fabricated into StonePly panels by bonding a thin layer of stone to an aluminum honeycomb backing, creating a lightweight assembly with a consistent thickness. This panelized approach supports efficient coordination during installation and offers flexibility in panel sizing and layout, allowing the material to be adapted to a wide range of interior design conditions.
For additional information regarding finishes, panel configurations, or technical resources related to Black Galaxy 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.