River Black Granite

River Black Granite is a deep, lustrous black granite from India whose rich black base carries natural lighter mineral flow lines — subtle, organic currents of grey and white that run through the dark matrix like water courses through rock, giving the stone a quiet, natural movement that flat blacks do not possess.

Quarried in India, River Black earns its name from the delicate natural flow lines that traverse its polished surface. This flowing quality gives it a visual character distinct from uniform black granites while retaining the depth and authority of a premium black stone, making it a refined choice for countertop, flooring, and feature applications.

Colour	Deep black base with subtle grey and white natural mineral flow lines
Origin	India
Hardness	6–7 on the Mohs scale
Density	2.63–2.75 g/cm³
Finishes Available	Polished, Honed, Flamed, Leathered, Sandblasted, Bush Hammered
Best For	Countertops, flooring, feature walls, exterior cladding

Technical Specifications

Stone Type: Igneous granite
Origin: India
Hardness: 6–7 on the Mohs scale
Density: 2.63–2.75 g/cm³
Water Absorption: Less than 0.5%
Weather Resistance: Excellent

Applications

Kitchen: A refined black countertop whose mineral flow lines add organic movement to the surface — pairs with white, cream, and dark wood cabinetry.
Bathroom: Vanity tops and wall tiles in premium dark bathroom designs.
Flooring: Black stone flooring with natural movement that rewards large-format installation.
Feature Walls: Interior feature surfaces where the flow line character creates a more organic black wall than flat alternatives.
Outdoor: Exterior paving, steps, and cladding with excellent weather resistance.

Available from Stone Harbor in tiles, slabs, and blocks. Custom sizes and finishes on request. Contact us for export pricing.