Granite · Zimbabwe
Nero Zimbabwe
Absolute black, homogeneous gabbro
- Origin Zimbabwe
- Stone type Granite
- Vein Uniform ground
- Block yield high
- Bookmatch Not advised
- Colour family Black Marble
See Nero Zimbabwe under the light
A live 3D scene built from a real photograph of the slab. Drag to rotate, scroll to zoom.
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The 3D scene is generated in real time from an actual photograph of the slab and is intended as a guide. In natural stone the veining, tone and texture differ on every slab; the final choice should be made on a physical sample or slab approval.
Colour range sampled from the slab
Nero Zimbabwe is one of the finest examples of natural stone. Quarried deep in Zimbabwe, it carries mesmerising shades of black. The deep, rich black gives a space a sophisticated look, while the white veins across it create contrast and a striking effect.
Nero Zimbabwe is a perfect choice for anyone seeking luxury and elegance indoors. The white veins against the black ground give the stone a character of its own. It can be used across many applications — worktops, flooring, wall cladding, basin units and table tops — bringing elegance and originality to a space each time.
Care note
Marble is sensitive to acids (lemon, vinegar, wine, limescale remover). Use a neutral pH cleaner, wipe up spills at once and impregnate every 1–2 years.
Where is Nero Zimbabwe used?
A thickness, finish and detail recommendation for each application. Always confirm your choice on a physical sample before you start.
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Flooring
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Facade Cladding
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Kitchen Worktop
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Stairs & Treads
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Outdoors
Surface finishes
- Polished
- Honed
- Flamed
- Brushed
The surface finish changes the colour and reflection of the stone noticeably. You can compare the four main finishes in the studio.
Formats
- Block
- 2.4 – 3.0 × 1.5 – 2.0 × 1.5 – 2.0 mQuarry / stock selection
- Slab
- ~320 × 195 cm (variable)2 cm and 3 cm
- Cut-to-size
- 30×60 · 60×60 · 60×120 · 80×80 cm1.2 / 1.5 / 2 cm
- Custom cutting
- Waterjet, CNC, mitre, chamferProject-specific
- Dimensional tolerance
- ± 0.5 mm thicknessCalibrated
Technical data
- Density
- 2.70 – 2.90 g/cm³EN 1936
- Water absorption (by weight)
- 0.05 – 0.20%EN 13755
- Compressive strength
- 160 – 240 MPaEN 1926
- Flexural strength
- 12 – 20 MPaEN 12372
- Mohs hardness
- 6 – 7—
- Frost resistance
- SuitableEN 12371
The figures are typical ranges for the stone type; a test report can be requested per batch.
