Nero Assoluto Belfast is a deep black gabbro from South Africa with a calm, dense structure and the granite-typical trade classification. At ROSSITTIS it is used for worktops, façades, steps and dark contract surfaces.
Gabbro
South Africa
Frostbeständig
Säurebeständig
2.940 kg/m³
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About Nero Assoluto Belfast
Nero Assoluto Belfast belongs to the family of black Assoluto materials, which draw their effect from density, calm and even colour. The stone appears black to dark anthracite, depending on the finish with a slightly silvery undertone. Precisely for kitchens, façades and stairs this clarity is much sought after.
The stone comes from South Africa. Petrographically it is a gabbro; in trade Nero Assoluto Belfast is carried as granite, like other black Assoluto grades. That corresponds to its use as a hard, dense black stone for demanding interior and exterior applications.
The technical values are strong: about 2,940 kg/m³ bulk density, around 0.15 % water absorption, approx. 270 MPa compressive strength and about 25 to 28.3 MPa flexural tensile strength. That makes Belfast a very load-bearing material for worktops, façades, window sills and stairs. Against black marble it plays in a different league.
The surface finishes available from stock are listed in the »Finishes« block further down. At ROSSITTIS, Nero Assoluto Belfast is available as a raw slab, tile, tread and riser, window sill, skirting and kitchen worktop. Against Nero Assoluto Zimbabwe it comes across in places as somewhat more open and more mineral.
The honest assessment: Belfast is not a decorative stone but a utility stone with a strong black presence. Anyone looking for absolute homogeneity will have to select the best batch. Anyone who needs a black hard stone with high technical certainty gets a very solid material here.
In stock
Current availability from our warehouse.
16 slabs in stock · plus 6 blocks
Thicknesses: 1–4 cm · Finishes: Polished, Satin-honed, Anticato, treated · Available as: Slabs, Tiles and flooring slabs
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.
Nero Assoluto Belfast is available in a range of finishes. The finish affects appearance, feel and the care it needs.
Polished
Polishing is the most classic finish in the hard stone segment — a mirror-smooth, high-gloss surface with the highest possible colour intensity and maximum depth effect in the mineral structure. As an acid-resistant silicate stone, polished granite is easy to care for and the first choice for kitchen worktops, wall claddings and prestigious exposed surfaces.
Satin-honed
The satin surface is created by brushing, which selectively removes softer minerals and gives the surface a slight depth. A matte appearance with subtle light reflection and a warm feel to the touch. Easy to maintain, insensitive to scratches and suited to everyday use — a popular alternative to a polish in modern kitchens and living spaces.
Anticato, treated
A special finish for Nero Assoluto Zimbabwe: flamed and intensively brushed with an additional colour-enhancing treatment — a rustic, lively look in a particularly intense black. Recommended for kitchens and for interior wall and floor cladding with an expressive, dark material character.
Care & fabrication
As a dense black stone, Nero Assoluto Belfast is relatively easy to care for, but should be cleanly impregnated in kitchens. For cleaning and care, neutral natural stone cleaners, water and a soft cloth are suitable. Limescale, grease and dust should be removed regularly so that no streaks remain visible. Avoid harsh scouring agents and impact loading on edges and cut-outs.
Frequently asked questions
Is Nero Assoluto Belfast suitable for the kitchen?
Yes. With about 0.15 % water absorption and a very high compressive strength, Belfast is very well suited to kitchen worktops.
Which finishes are available for Nero Assoluto Belfast?
The surface finishes available from stock are listed in the »Finishes« block on this page.
Where does Nero Assoluto Belfast come from?
The stone comes from South Africa and is carried in trade as a black granite.
How do I care for Nero Assoluto Belfast?
For cleaning and care, an impregnation, neutral cleaners and a soft cloth are recommended.
Nero Assoluto Belfast or Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe is often regarded as the even more classic Assoluto standard; Belfast can come across as somewhat more mineral.
What does Nero Assoluto Belfast cost?
The price depends on the batch, thickness, surface finish and fabrication — with natural stone 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.