| Other Names | Black Academy, Clovis Black, Academy Grey, California Academy, Academy Granite Black | |
|---|---|---|
| Availability | Inquire | |
| Finishes | Polished, Honed, Sawn, Rockfaced, Sandblasted, Tumbled, Acid Wash, Antique | |
| Country of Origin | United States | |
| Absorption | 0.10-0.15% | |
| 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 |
Academy Granite Panels by StonePly
Academy Granite is a deep charcoal granite defined by a dense, evenly distributed pattern of light gray and graphite crystals. The tight, granular movement creates a consistent surface with subtle contrast, giving the stone a refined, uniform appearance without strong directional veining.
Suitable for exterior cladding, architectural wall systems, screening elements, and landscape features, Academy Granite also transitions seamlessly to interior vertical surfaces such as statement walls and column wraps. Its uniform texture provides a clean, cohesive finish across expansive installations.
Fabricated as StonePly lightweight panels, Academy Granite is bonded to an aluminum honeycomb backing to reduce weight while maintaining the visual depth of full-bed stone. This system allows for efficient handling and installation while supporting precise detailing and long-term durability.
For additional information regarding finishes, panel configurations, or technical resources related to Academy 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.