| Other Names | Anthracite Granite, Vermont Black, Carbon Gray | |
|---|---|---|
| Availability | Inquire | |
| Finishes | Polished, Honed, Sawn, Rockfaced, Sandblasted, Tumbled, Acid Wash, Antique | |
| Country of Origin | Brazil | |
| Absorption | 0.1-0.3% | |
| 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 |
Carbon Grey Granite Panels by StonePly
Carbon Grey Granite is a dark charcoal to steel-gray granite distinguished by subtle linear movement that travels softly across the surface. Fine mineral layering creates gentle tonal variation, producing a smooth field of gray with a consistent and understated pattern. The stone’s crystalline composition is visible in delicate shifts between darker and lighter gray minerals, giving the surface quiet texture without strong veining. Carbon Grey Granite carries a restrained, contemporary character suited to modern architectural palettes.
Exterior architecture often incorporates the stone into façade cladding, vertical wall panels, and building envelope systems where a darker granite can establish contrast across large elevations. Designers also specify Carbon Grey Granite for interior cladding in corporate lobbies, transportation facilities, and institutional buildings where durable stone surfaces are required across prominent vertical areas. The stone’s consistent coloration allows Carbon Grey Granite to perform well in projects that call for expansive architectural installations.
StonePly fabricates Carbon Grey Granite by bonding the granite facing to an aluminum honeycomb backing to create a composite architectural panel. This panel fabrication allows Carbon Grey Granite to be integrated into contemporary façade systems and interior wall assemblies in panelized form. The resulting panels make it possible to incorporate Carbon Grey Granite across substantial architectural surfaces while maintaining the appearance of natural stone.
For additional information regarding finishes, panel configurations, or technical resources related to Carbon Grey 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.