Sapienstone Basalt Black

Since immemorial, the volcanic stones inspired the Sapienstone Basalt Black we applied in buildings. It has the flaming, dramatic presence of natural black basalt but none of its porosity or stain-susceptibility. Thus, making it unsuitable for use as a kitchen worktop. Instead, the brand describes Basalt Black as ‘a colour inspired by volcanic rock which adds an exquisite touch to the kitchen.’ This porcelain is part of the Stone Collection, which displays the look of natural stone with the innovation and technology offered by Sapienstone. The result is a marriage of nature and technology for an extraordinarily durable, stunning countertop material.

One of the main issues of using natural dark-coloured, fine-grained basalt in the kitchen is that it can contain calcite. A no-no, as it can etch when in contact with acidic juices and fruits like orange and lemon. Therefore, by choosing Basalt Black porcelain, you will enjoy the genuine beauty of this outstanding stone without any worries about stains or etching.

Description & Advantages

Sapienstone Basalt Black comes in two different thicknesses to complement your kitchen: 12 mm and 20 mm. In addition, its ‘full-body’ characteristic provides a pattern with the most authentic natural stone look you can find in today’s marketplace. Additionally, the surface offers a realistic black design, one of the main themes in today’s kitchens.

Heat resistance is critical for a kitchen worktop since repeated contact with coffee pots, hot pans, and skillets can alter the surface. But Basalt Black SapienStone worktops allow you to carry out the most demanding tasks whilst enjoying your kitchen surface. Another benefit of using these black stone countertop surfaces is non-porous. Because they comprise an industrial compaction process, these solid surfaces don’t allow liquid penetration.

SapienStone is inherently tolerant of high heat. SapienStone, unlike wood, laminates, and quartz worktops, will not fire in a fireplace. And will not suffer heat deformation if you place a pan or casserole dish on it. Similarly, you can use  SapienStone countertops outside because the sunshine does not affect their properties.
The scratch resilience of SapienStone is higher than that of the other materials. For example, Oak, Pine, steel, or laminate are highly prone to scratches. In contrast, SapienStone’s rich texture can survive everyday use because it doesn’t contain coloured resins or protective sealants, such as those used to give shine or colour enhancers to natural marble, granite or limestone.

What is the best SapienStone feature, you may wonder? It requires no special care or maintenance, and you can clean the surfaces with regular, warm, soapy water and standard cleaning agents. In addition, it is immune to various chemicals and acids, including orange, soy sauce, and ketchup.

Pairing Basalt Black Porcelain

You can pair your Basalt Black Sapienstone worktops with white cabinets, shelves, and copper accents because of the unique look it offers with practically zero variation. The stone’s pure simplicity appeals to any kitchen or bathroom style because of its clean and minimalist natural stone look.

Because Basalt Black is absorbent, you don’t need to seal it. As a result, it’s an excellent choice for withstanding many kitchen appliances, and you can pair it with other stones such as marble or granite. 

Pairing Basalt Black with grey or black kitchen cabinets: the surface offers a mix of light grey, striped, black, grey, and solid black hues, making it an ideal work surface you can combine with black kitchens and grey cabinets.

Maintenance and Daily Care

It won’t take long to keep your Sapienstone Black Basalt worktops in good shape. First, however, there are three simple measures you can take to ensure appropriate maintenance and care:

1. Clean with warm water and soap regularly, then wipe the surface with a microfibre cloth to remove any marks.
2. Use a scouring pad and soapy water to rub stubborn stains in circular motions. Then, thoroughly clean the afflicted area with plenty of warm water.
3. Use a little window cleaner and a kitchen scouring pad to remove grease stains.

SapienStone Material Attributes

SapienStone offers a solid surface comprising natural stone, making the product resistant to scratches and abrasions. Similarly, its excellent UV damage resistance allows it to tolerate intense sunshine. The stone results from a unique combination of clay and raw materials fused and compacted under high pressure to form a dense and compact worktop. Here are three critical attributes of this sintered stone material:

• Easy Installation: Sapienstone is a revolutionary worktop with a 12 mm thickness. It is a slim surface from this renowned, sintered stone brand. Sapienstone Uni Ice has Italian construction by integrating high-end technological and mechanical attributes. As a result, a breakthrough surface with a significantly thinner, controllable, and lighter format for easy installation is now available. The 12 mm thickness Uni Ice responds to consumer demand. Therefore, you can now use it in various applications indoors and outdoors.
• Extremely Scratch-Resistant: Scratches from pans, knives, or appliances may rapidly ruin your kitchen worktops. However, the extraordinary density makes it tough to scratch. You may even cut directly on these surfaces without fear of harm. In addition, you don’t have to be concerned about rough-bottomed pots or pans slipping on their surface. This durable material provides your space with long-lasting beauty.
• Unmatched Stain-Resistance: The surfaces offer virtually zero porosity, meaning that even black beans, red wine, soy sauce, or coffee will not stain a Sapienstone worktop. Uni Ice is practically impervious to fluids with a dense surface because of its non-porous and solid stone.

Sapienstone Kitchen Worktops

Kitchen worktops perform two primary functions: achieving the right aesthetic for your home and assisting in preparing meals or work daily. And SapienStone’s porcelain countertops tick both boxes.
From a technical perspective, the Sapienstone colours allow you to combine them with any furniture and appliances in either polished or matte textures.
In terms of functionality, Sapienstone is a hygienic, non-porous worktop allowing the surface to have direct contact with foods.
In addition, the stone is naturally resilient to extreme temperatures, allowing you to lay hot pans and skillets on the worktop securely.

About SapienStone

Sapienstone porcelain worktops comprise ceramic clays with mineral colourants, and because of this unusual production technique, these surfaces are susceptible to chemicals, coloured foods, heat, UV light, and disinfectants.
SapienStone enhances your room with a wide choice of textures and treatments to create a unique, dramatic aesthetic. This collection comprises goods that apply to various design styles, from minimalistic to classic or contemporary styles. All items have a complete body with marble veins, ensuring a perfectly glossy finish in the kitchen, bathroom, and other living areas.