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Angola Blue Granite

Granite

Angola Blue

25+ Years Experience
1,500+ Projects Completed
4.9 from 100+ Reviews
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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 Angola Blue up close — the surface texture, colour depth, and veining that make this granite unique.

A richly dark granite from Angola, where electric-blue labradorite crystals flash like jewels against a fine-grained, near-black background.

Angola Blue granite captivates with its richly dark presence, featuring a near-black base that serves as the perfect canvas for its spectacular visual display. Scattered across this dark, fine-grained background are vivid electric-blue labradorite crystal flashes. These vibrant inclusions catch the light, creating a mesmerising, jewel-like effect and a striking iridescence that truly makes Angola Blue one of the most visually captivating dark granites we offer for luxury worktops.

Quarried from the Lubango region of Angola, this remarkable granite is a product of intense geological forces. Granite itself is an intrusive igneous rock, formed as silica-rich magma cools slowly deep within the Earth's crust. This gradual process allows large interlocking crystals to form, typically quartz and feldspar, but in Angola Blue's case, it's the unique presence of labradorite, an accessory mineral, that grants its signature electric-blue iridescence. This slow formation makes for a dense, highly durable stone, testament to nature's enduring power.

At In2Stone, we believe Angola Blue is an exceptional choice for those seeking a worktop with both profound depth and unexpected vibrancy. Its inherent hardness and low porosity make it incredibly resistant to scratches, heat, and stains when properly sealed, ideal for the demands of a busy kitchen or elegant bathroom vanity. We approach every installation with meticulous care, from hand-templating to precise joins, ensuring the distinctive beauty of your Angola Blue worktop is perfectly showcased. We're passionate about bringing these natural wonders into your home, offering honest advice and transparent pricing every step of the way.

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

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Angola Blue Granite slab

Frequently Asked

Questions About Angola Blue

What gives Angola Blue granite its distinctive blue flashes?
Angola Blue granite features vivid electric-blue flashes thanks to the presence of labradorite crystals scattered within its near-black, fine-grained background. These minerals exhibit a property called iridescence, where light reflects off their internal structures to create a mesmerising, jewel-like blue effect.
Which kitchen styles best complement the dark base and blue iridescence of Angola Blue?
The rich darkness and electric-blue flashes of Angola Blue are incredibly versatile. It particularly shines in contemporary, minimalist, or industrial designs when paired with clean lines and materials like stainless steel or matte cabinetry. It can also create a dramatic contrast in more traditional settings with white or light wood units.
How durable is Angola Blue granite as a kitchen worktop, and what care does it require?
As a granite, Angola Blue is exceptionally durable, ranking high in hardness, heat, and scratch resistance, thanks to its high quartz content. We recommend sealing it upon installation and periodically thereafter to maintain its stain resistance. Daily care involves simply wiping with a mild detergent and a soft cloth.
Where does Angola Blue granite originate, and how does its formation contribute to its appearance?
Angola Blue granite is quarried from the Lubango region of Angola. It's an intrusive igneous rock, meaning it formed from magma that cooled very slowly deep within the Earth's crust. This slow cooling allowed large interlocking crystals, including the unique blue labradorite, to form, giving the stone its dense structure and captivating iridescence.
How does Angola Blue compare to other dark worktop materials, particularly regarding its visual impact?
Angola Blue stands out among dark worktop materials due to its unique electric-blue labradorite flashes against a fine-grained, near-black background, which creates a dynamic, jewel-like iridescence not typically found in plain black granites or solid-colour engineered stones. While offering granite's renowned durability, its visual flair adds a distinct luxury appeal.
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"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