In2stone
Call Us — 023 9238 1360
Alma Grey Granite

Granite

Alma Grey

25+ Years Experience
1,500+ Projects Completed
4.9 from 100+ Reviews
Free No-Obligation Quote

Full Service — Installation

Our granite range is available with full supply, templating, fabrication and installation across Portsmouth, Fareham, Gosport, Havant, Waterlooville, Chichester, Southampton and the surrounding area, with our services extending to Hampshire, Sussex, Surrey, Dorset and Berkshire . The reach of our installation service depends on the type of project — contact us to discuss your requirements.

Supply & Fabrication — UK Wide

Outside our installation area? We can fabricate granite to your supplied template, or supply the stone directly as-is — anywhere in the UK . Learn more .

The Stone

See the natural beauty of Alma Grey up close — the surface texture, colour depth, and veining that make this granite unique.

From the heart of Portugal, Alma Grey is a classic medium-grey granite, presenting a fine, uniform speckled pattern of white, grey, and black mineral grains.

Alma Grey granite brings a refined sense of calm to any space. It’s a classic medium-grey, distinguished by a fine, uniform speckled pattern that blends white, grey, and black mineral grains. This consistent 'salt-and-pepper' texture creates a clean, understated surface – there’s no dominant veining or dramatic patterning, just a timeless neutrality that works effortlessly in any design scheme.

Quarried from the ancient geological heartland of Trás-os-Montes in Portugal, Alma Grey is born from silica-rich magma that cooled slowly deep within the Earth's crust. This slow formation process is what gives granite its characteristic interlocking crystals of quartz, feldspar, and mica, visible here as those subtle white, grey, and black mineral grains. Its high quartz content, a hallmark of all granite, ensures Alma Grey isn't just beautiful but incredibly hard and durable.

Alma Grey’s versatile nature and durable character make it an excellent choice for kitchen worktops, bathroom vanities, and splashbacks in both traditional and contemporary homes. We appreciate how its understated elegance allows other design elements to shine, while still offering the renowned resilience of granite – highly resistant to scratches, heat, and stains when properly sealed. At In2Stone, we hand-template and install every Alma Grey worktop with precision and care, ensuring a seamless fit and a finish that reflects our passion for honest craftsmanship.

Performance

How This Stone Performs

Hardness

4 out of 5

Stain Resistance

3 out of 5

UV Resistance

5 out of 5

Heat Resistance

5 out of 5

Scratch Resistance

4 out of 5

Interested in Alma Grey?

Love this stone?

Get a free, no-obligation quote for Alma Grey granite. From template to installation, In2stone handles everything — so you can enjoy your new surface without the stress.

Alma Grey Granite slab

Frequently Asked

Questions About Alma Grey

What does Alma Grey granite look like?
Alma Grey is a classic medium-grey granite, featuring a fine, uniform speckled pattern. You'll see delicate white, grey, and black mineral grains distributed consistently across its surface, creating a subtle 'salt-and-pepper' texture without any prominent veining.
What kitchen styles does Alma Grey granite suit best?
Its timeless neutrality and understated elegance make Alma Grey incredibly versatile. It pairs beautifully with both traditional shaker kitchens, bringing a subtle depth to painted cabinetry, and contemporary minimalist designs, providing a clean, sophisticated surface. It's a fantastic foundation stone that complements a wide range of colour palettes.
How durable is Alma Grey granite, and what care does it require?
As a granite, Alma Grey is exceptionally hardwearing and durable, scoring high on our performance ratings for scratch and heat resistance. We recommend regular cleaning with a mild, pH-neutral cleaner and ensuring it's properly sealed upon installation, and periodically thereafter, to maintain its excellent stain resistance. It can handle hot pans and daily kitchen demands with ease.
Where does Alma Grey granite come from, and how is it formed?
Alma Grey granite is quarried from the Trás-os-Montes region of Portugal. Like all granites, it's an intrusive igneous rock, formed when molten silica-rich magma cools very slowly deep beneath the Earth's surface. This slow cooling allows large, interlocking crystals of quartz, feldspar, and mica to form, giving Alma Grey its characteristic speckled texture and impressive density.
How does Alma Grey compare to other grey worktop options like quartz?
Alma Grey offers the unparalleled natural beauty and unique geological character of genuine granite, with its individual speckled pattern. While quartz can replicate a uniform grey, Alma Grey provides a depth and variation that only natural stone can. In terms of durability, granite is naturally UV-stable and highly heat-resistant, often offering a comparable or sometimes more accessible price point than premium engineered quartz products, depending on specific selections.
★★★★★
"We decided to get bespoke granite work tops for our new kitchen and have to say that we are over the moon with them. From the outset, Ian was very professional when selecting the stone, he listened to what we wanted, went through all of the possibilities that we could have for our worktops and went through the process in detail once we had made a decision. The templateing and fitting was carried out by an incredibly professional and helpful team run by Kev, who knew exactly what they were doing and just got on and made my kitchen look amazing. I would highly recommend In2stone for a helpful, knowledgeable and professional service from start to finish."
— Nicky HavardGoogle Review

Why Choose Us

Why In2stone

Invisible Joins & Ogee Edging

The edge profiles and seamless joins other suppliers say they can't do? We do them every week.

"Other quartz suppliers weren't able to offer the ogee edging I wanted — In2stone could."

Olivia Tett

The Quote Is the Price

No hidden costs, no surprises. We consistently beat competitor quotes — even online discounters decline to match us.

"Beat 6 other companies by a mile. Even an online company that claims to beat any quote declined to."

Dean Fitzpatrick

Ian Answers the Phone

No answering machines or sales scripts. You'll speak to the people who'll actually work on your project.

"Ian always answered the phone or called me back — and that was before we even decided to use him."

Carly Rielly