| Other Names | Nero Angola, Black Angola, Black Mingue | |
|---|---|---|
| Availability | Inquire | |
| Finishes | Polished, Honed, Sawn, Rockfaced, Sandblasted, Tumbled, Acid Wash, Antique | |
| Country of Origin | Angola | |
| Absorption | 0.10-0.20% | |
| 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 |
Angola Black Granite Panels by StonePly
Angola Black Granite is characterized by a deep charcoal to black background with a tight, crystalline grain structure. Subtle flecks of silver and soft gray are evenly distributed across the surface, creating a fine, consistent texture with low contrast. The overall appearance is dense and uniform, offering a controlled, monolithic aesthetic suited to contemporary architectural compositions.
For interior architectural applications, Angola Black Granite can be specified for lobby feature walls, elevator surrounds, corridor cladding, and reception installations. Its dark tonality and refined grain provide a strong visual anchor while maintaining a clean, professional expression within commercial environments.
StonePly manufactures Angola Black Granite panels by adhering a thin layer of the stone to an aluminum honeycomb backing. This construction method significantly lowers the overall weight of the panel while maintaining the visual character associated with solid granite. The finished panels are produced as lightweight cladding units intended for incorporation into architectural wall systems and vertical building assemblies.
For additional information regarding finishes, panel configurations, or technical resources related to Angola 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.