Korpi Black Granite: the complete guide

History and origin

Black granites are among the most sought-after stones for worktops, floors and memorials, thanks to their intense colour and ability to take a polish. Many commercial "black granites" are in fact gabbros or diorites, very compact dark igneous rocks. Korpi Black is an imported material in this category, with characteristics that depend on the batch. Marmi di Carrara supplies it on request.

Look and veining

The background is black, with a fine or medium grain and possible small lighter crystals or glints. Differences between blocks concern mainly the presence of light specks and the intensity of the black. Polishing gives a deep, mirror-like black; leather and flamed finishes make it dark grey and matt.

Technical properties (indicative)

Recommended uses

Suitable for kitchen worktops, bathroom vanity tops, floors, stairs, cladding, memorials and headstones. It also performs well outdoors. On the polished finish, fingerprints and limescale marks are more visible than on light stones.

Care and maintenance

Clean with a neutral detergent and dry with a microfibre cloth to avoid smears. Do not use waxes or products that leave dull residues. Beware of "dyed" blacks: if a cloth with solvent picks up colour, the stone has been treated with dyes.

Pairings

• light maple or ash wood
• matt white cabinet doors
• stainless steel and polished brass

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