Shanxi Black Granite slabs, tiles and made-to-measure pieces.
Marbre Import selects individual lots, advises on layout and supports international granite projects. Origin: Shanxi, China.
Tiles from €59.90 excl. VAT/sqm
About Shanxi Black Granite
Origin and appearance
Shanxi Black is a fine-grained black natural stone quarried in Shanxi province in northern China.
It is one of the deepest black stones available and may also be marketed as Absolute Black, Nero Black or Supreme Black.
Premium selections offer a deep, consistent black; commercial grades may show more visible mineral variation.
Its dense, uniform appearance makes it a refined alternative to Zimbabwe Black, subject to the required finish, format and budget.
For a more sparkling black surface, consider Black Galaxy.
Applications and specification
Its hardness and restrained appearance suit luxury interiors, high-traffic commercial areas and demanding architectural details.
Shanxi Black Granite is used for kitchen worktops, floors, walls, stairs and large-format cladding. Tight, carefully planned joints help preserve the visual continuity of the black surface.
Final finishing and appropriate maintenance should be specified according to the selected surface treatment and installation.
Marbre Import can select coordinated blocks or lots to achieve the required colour consistency, including for larger quantities.
Availability and grade selection can vary seasonally, so early lot reservation is recommended for larger projects.
Shanxi Black Granite technical data
| Stone family | Natural granite |
| Origin / quarry area | Shanxi, China |
| Appearance | Deep black, fine and uniform grain |
| Predominant colour | Black |
| Formats and finishes | Slabs, tiles and made-to-measure pieces. Available finishes include polished, honed, flamed, brushed and project-specific alternatives. |
| Recommended applications | Interior and exterior applications |
| Exterior use | Subject to the selected lot, finish, climate and intended application |
Indicative technical data
| Bulk density | ~ 2 600 – 2 850 kg/m³ |
| Water absorption | ~ 0.10–0.40% |
| Compressive strength | ~ 120 – 250 MPa |
| Flexural strength | ~ 10 – 20 MPa |
| Freeze-thaw / exterior use | Generally favourable, subject to project validation |
Indicative reference ranges; confirm against the selected lot, finish and intended application.
Recommended applications
- Kitchen worktops, islands, bars and counters
- Floors, stairs, walls and interior cladding
- Terraces and exterior applications subject to finish, climate and selected lot
- Demanding residential, hospitality and commercial projects
Need to confirm an available lot? Marbre Import can provide a curated slab selection, advise on thickness, finish and vein layout, and prepare a project-specific quotation. For high-end projects, we can also coordinate the complete stonework package on the client’s behalf.
Specification guidance
Specifying Shanxi Black Granite for a high-end project
Shanxi Black Granite is a deep, uniform black stone for projects requiring durability and visual precision: worktops, stairs, floors, thresholds, walls and heavily used surfaces.
For architects and designers
Assessment of the veining, large-format appearance, layout coherence, installation constraints and expected maintenance level.
For stone contractors and project teams
Approval of the lot, thicknesses, finishes, fabrication, transport and technical feasibility before ordering.
For discerning private clients
Comparison with related stones, colour and finish selection, maintenance guidance and support through to quotation. For high-end projects, Marbre Import can also coordinate the complete stonework package on the client’s behalf.
How should the actual stone lot be approved?
Approval should consider the available lot, colour, veining, format, finish, thickness and intended application. Marbre Import can support selection with slab photographs, samples and technical data.
Can this stone be used in kitchens and bathrooms?
Suitability depends on the stone, finish, treatment, expected maintenance and exposure to staining or acidic products. Technical guidance is recommended before ordering.
Why is pricing provided on request?
Pricing varies with the lot, origin, availability, thickness, finish, quantities, fabrication and transport. A tailored quotation reflects the actual project rather than a theoretical list price.
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