Konya Black is a deep dark Turkish marble with a calm, elegant surface and a dense effect. At ROSSITTIS we carry it as a raw slab where a black natural stone with marble character is sought for exclusive interiors.
Other trade names: Absolute Black Marble, Aksehir Black, Aksehir Siyah, Aksehir Siyahi, Alexandra Black Marble, Anatolia Black Marble, Festival Black Marble, Konya Black Marble, Konya Siyahi Mermer, Mysterious Storm Black, ORUC, Silver Black
About Konya Black
Konya Black belongs to the black stones that work not through grain or effects but through calm and depth. The surface reads as dark to deep black, in places with very fine lighter lines or restrained movement. That makes the stone more elegant and softer than a black granite, and at the same time considerably more restrained than many decorative black marbles. For bathrooms, wall surfaces, vanity tops and selected floors that can be very convincing.
The stone comes from Turkey and geologically belongs to the limestone family. In the natural stone trade, however, Konya Black is clearly listed as a black marble. That classification is also correct in planning terms, because the material is perceived through its surface, its capacity to take a polish and its typical interior applications. Anyone looking for a deep dark material with a classic marble character gets a calmer alternative here to strikingly veined black marbles.
Technically, Konya Black is respectable for a dark trade marble, but it should not be confused with a hard stone. The bulk density is 2,660 kg/m³, the compressive strength 45.9 MPa and the flexural strength 13.1 MPa. That is well sufficient for interior floors, walls, vanity tops and decorative working surfaces. At the same time the material remains acid-sensitive, and glossy external surfaces are not a good permanent solution. For selected matt external claddings that may look different on a project-by-project basis, but the strongest fields of use lie clearly indoors.
The surface finishes available in stock are listed in the »Finishes« block further down. A more matt surface finish reads as less severe. At ROSSITTIS, Konya Black is currently held above all as a raw slab and is therefore suited to made-to-measure vanity tops, wall claddings, tables and further high-quality interior fit-outs.
The honest assessment: Konya Black is not an untroubled everyday black kitchen stone like a dense black granite. Its strength lies in atmosphere and elegance. Anyone looking for exactly this calm black marble effect will find a very beautiful solution here.
In stock
Current availability from our warehouse.
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Technical data
Guide values for the stone type, taken from manufacturer and test reports. Natural stone is a natural product — individual batches and slabs can differ. For critical applications, request slab-specific test data.
Konya Black is available in a range of finishes. The finish affects appearance, feel and the care it needs.
Poliert
Politur ist die klassischste Veredelung für Marmor und Kalkstein — eine glänzende Oberfläche mit höchstmöglicher Farbintensität und ausgeprägter Tiefenwirkung der Aderung. Je nach mineralischer Zusammensetzung kann die Wirkung stellenweise mattglänzend sein. Säureempfindlich — Wein, Zitrone und Essig hinterlassen Ätzspuren bei längerer Einwirkung.
Care & fabrication
Konya Black should be sealed carefully on vanity tops, floors and decorative working surfaces. Dark marble surfaces in particular react sensitively to limescale, acids and residues of care products.
For cleaning and care, only pH-neutral natural stone cleaners, clear water and soft cloths are suitable. On polished dark surfaces, limescale, soap, cosmetics and acidic foods should not be allowed to dry on.
Avoid vinegar cleaners, descalers, chlorine-based bathroom cleaners and abrasive pads. A black marble can only be cleaned and cared for well in the long term if the surface is treated gently.
In wet areas, clean and care for it regularly, squeegee off water residues and renew the sealer at sensible intervals. That way the dark surface stays considerably calmer.
Frequently asked questions
Is Konya Black suitable for the kitchen?
For carefully used kitchens, Konya Black can be used, but it remains an acid-sensitive black marble. For hard everyday kitchen use, black granites are easier to maintain.
Which surfaces are available for Konya Black?
The surface finishes available in stock are listed in the »Finishes« block on this page.
Where does Konya Black come from?
The stone comes from Turkey. On the market it is listed as a calm black marble with a dense surface.
How do I clean Konya Black correctly?
For cleaning and care, use only pH-neutral natural stone cleaners and soft cloths. Acidic household cleaners are unsuitable for this marble.
Is Konya Black frost-resistant?
The strongest applications lie clearly indoors. Glossy external surfaces are not a good permanent solution with Konya Black.
Konya Black or Nero Marquina?
Nero Marquina usually works more distinctly with white veining. Konya Black often appears calmer, more compact and lower in contrast.
