CTX BasicKeramik ABK Precious Black is an Italian porcelain surface in a deep black Laurent marble look with white and golden veins. At ROSSITTIS we stock it for prestigious worktops, splashbacks, walls and luxurious interiors.
Precious Black is a stage, not a supporting role. The surface combines a deep black ground with flowing white and golden veins and thus recalls Laurent marble or similar dramatic black-and-gold materials. The result is luxurious, high in contrast and considerably more decorative than homogeneous black surfaces. For islands, splashbacks or striking wall compositions that is very powerful, as long as the room brings the necessary calm with it.
As a ceramic porcelain surface, Precious Black remains substantially less complicated in everyday use than genuine dark marble. The surface is not porous, requires no classic natural stone care and can be used with great precision in interiors. At the same time, unlike natural stone, it can be developed more predictably across several slabs and cuts. In high-quality interior fit-out that is a real advantage.
In use, the material proves its worth on worktops, kitchen islands, splashbacks, walls, floors and selected furniture components. Combined with bronze, brass, dark timber and warm light in particular, Precious Black plays to its strength. At ROSSITTIS, CTX BasicKeramik ABK Precious Black is available as a raw slab, worktop, splashback, wall cladding, floor covering, tile and for further made-to-measure interior components.
Compared with genuine Nero Saint Laurent or Laurent marble, the ceramic version is more uniform and easier to care for. Set against purely black ceramics it appears considerably more prestigious. That makes it a surface for deliberate staging, not for neutral restraint.
The honest assessment: Precious Black is not a material for calm minimal spaces. Anyone looking for black only as a background should reach for more homogeneous surfaces. Where a dark luxury look with a clear marble association is wanted, the material works very well.
In stock
Current availability from our warehouse.
16 large-format slabs in stock · plus 4 blocks
Thicknesses: 1.2 cm · Finishes: Soft Touch · Available as: Slabs
CTX BasicKeramik® ABK Precious Black is available in a range of finishes. The finish affects appearance, feel and the care it needs.
Soft Touch
A standard finish in the matte ceramic segment — after firing, the material is additionally brushed. It feels distinctly gentler than naturale matt, with a warm, softly tactile appearance. Easy to maintain and stain-resistant — a design-led choice for demanding visible surfaces and living concepts.
Care & fabrication
Precious Black 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 dark, high-contrast surfaces, limescale and grease traces should be removed regularly so that the marking stays clear.
Abrasive agents and aggressive specialist chemicals are not necessary. Gentle, regular cleaning and care is the best solution.
For highly visible surfaces, clean edges, good lighting design and a calm setting are almost more important than the care itself. That keeps the luxurious effect stable.
Frequently asked questions
Is CTX BasicKeramik ABK Precious Black suitable for the kitchen?
Yes. The ceramic surface is very well suited to kitchen worktops, islands and splashbacks indoors.
Which finishes are available for Precious Black?
The surface finishes available from stock are listed in the »Finishes« block on this page.
Where does CTX BasicKeramik ABK Precious Black come from?
The material is listed as an Italian porcelain surface from the ABK sphere.
How do I clean ABK Precious Black?
For cleaning and care, water, mild cleaning agents and a soft cloth are sufficient. An impregnation is not necessary.
Can Precious Black replace genuine Laurent marble?
Visually, in many projects yes. Ceramic is easier to care for and more uniform; genuine Laurent marble, on the other hand, appears geologically deeper.
Precious Black or homogeneous black ceramic?
Precious Black is considerably more decorative and more luxurious. Homogeneous black ceramic appears calmer and more austere.
What does CTX BasicKeramik® ABK Precious Black 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.
