CTX BasicKeramik ABK Dark is a dark Italian porcelain surface for reduced interiors with a matter-of-fact sense of depth. At ROSSITTIS we use it for worktops, walls, kitchen zones and calm dark interior fit-outs.
ABK Dark stands for a dark, clear and restrained interior surface without decorative distraction. The surface moves between dark grey and anthracite and lives less on marking than on tonality. This makes the material particularly interesting for projects that want to build depth in a room without resorting to conspicuous stone images or hard black surfaces. It is a quiet, controlled darkness.
As a ceramic porcelain surface, ABK Dark is not porous and is designed for low-maintenance interior applications. Compared with dark natural stone there is no mineral restlessness, no geological variation and none of the acid issues typical of calcareous stones. That makes the surface technically uncomplicated, above all where cleaning is regular or where a precise series appearance is wanted.
Typical fields of application are kitchen working zones, splashbacks, walls, washbasin surfaces and calm interior fit-outs in both private and commercial contexts. The dark tone forms a strong background for timber, metal, textile and light. At ROSSITTIS, CTX BasicKeramik ABK Dark is available as a raw slab, tile, worktop, splashback, wall cladding, washbasin top and for further made-to-measure interior components.
Compared with ABK Black, Dark appears somewhat softer and less austere. Set against Base Pepper the surface is more homogeneous and less grainy. This places the material precisely between deep black and lively anthracite.
The honest assessment: ABK Dark is not an expressive designer surface. Its strength lies in restrained depth and in a dark, predictable calm that carries many rooms without overloading them.
In stock
Current availability from our warehouse.
23 large-format slabs in stock · plus 5 blocks
Thicknesses: 1.2 cm · Finishes: naturale matt · Available as: Slabs
CTX BasicKeramik® ABK Dark is available in a range of finishes. The finish affects appearance, feel and the care it needs.
Naturale matt
A standard finish in the matte ceramic segment — the original surface as it comes out of the kiln. Level in appearance, but somewhat rougher to the touch than polished. Easy to maintain, insensitive to scratches and stain-resistant — the most everyday-capable ceramic finish for kitchen worktops, wall cladding and floor areas.
Care & fabrication
ABK Dark requires no impregnation. The ceramic surface is dense and designed for low-maintenance interior applications.
For cleaning and care, water, mild cleaning agents and a soft cloth or a clean mop are sufficient. On darker surfaces, limescale and grease traces should be removed regularly so that no streaks arise.
Aggressive specialist chemicals and abrasive agents are not necessary. Gentle, regular cleaning and care is the best solution.
For kitchens and working zones, a good choice of finish remains more important than complicated care. Matt variants usually appear more relaxed there than very glossy versions.
Frequently asked questions
Is CTX BasicKeramik ABK Dark suitable for the kitchen?
Yes. The ceramic surface is well suited to kitchens, splashbacks and other dark interior surfaces in regular use.
Which finishes are available for ABK Dark?
The surface finishes available from stock are listed in the »Finishes« block on this page.
Where does CTX BasicKeramik ABK Dark come from?
The material is listed in the range as Italian ceramic from the ABK sphere.
How do I clean ABK Dark?
For cleaning and care, water, mild cleaning agents and a soft cloth are sufficient. An impregnation is not necessary.
Can ABK Dark be used outdoors?
In the current range the emphasis is on interior applications. For outdoor use the specific technical variant would have to be checked.
ABK Dark or ABK Black?
ABK Dark usually appears softer and closer to anthracite. ABK Black is more austere, blacker and more homogeneous.
What does CTX BasicKeramik® ABK Dark cost?
The price depends on the format, thickness, surface finish and fabrication — there is no serious flat rate per square metre. Business customers see prices once their B2B account is activated; private customers receive a complete quote through a fabricator near them.
