Indian Premium Black Satin is quarried in a boulder quarry near the town of Warangal, in the state of Andhra Pradesh, India. The size and color of each block is fairly consistent and will have minimal variation. This granite has a brushed finish which gives it a slight texture. The grain structure can change in this granite from shipment to shipment, sometimes showing an open, larger grain and at other times a tighter structure. Because it is such a dense stone, and there are minimal micro fissures and pitting, no resin is applied to the surface. Arizona Tile offers Indian Premium Black in polished and honed finishes as well, to help accentuate any design.
Piece to piece variation in shade or color are inherent in all natural stone products; therefore, when installing natural stone tile, it is recommended to mix tiles from several boxes at a time during installation to achieve the best range of color. As natural stone products, it is recommended that these be sealed to extend their longevity.
This granite is also known as Absolute Black, Jet Black, or Luna Nero.