Stargate

Stargate granite comes from Brazil and presents one of the most sophisticated expressions of the black sparkle granite category. The slab displays a deep consistent black base with a highly polished finish that creates distinct reflections. Throughout the surface, a fine uniformly distributed granular texture of countless tiny bright specks subtly shimmers under direct light. There is no veining, no directional pattern, and no colour variation — just a refined cohesive black surface with an understated sparkling dimension.

What distinguishes Stargate from its more famous cousin Star Galaxy is subtlety. Where Star Galaxy's bronzite crystals create obvious metallic sparkle, Stargate's fine specks are smaller, more uniformly distributed, and more restrained — a quiet shimmer rather than a dramatic sparkle. The result is a surface that reads as a luxurious, deep black from normal viewing distance, revealing its sparkling dimension only when light catches the surface at the right angle. This understated quality gives Stargate a more architectural, refined character that suits minimalist and high-end contemporary settings. Performance is standard granite: Mohs 6–7 hardness, excellent heat resistance, and very low porosity.

In2Stone recommends Stargate for clients who want the depth and luxury of a jet-black stone with a subtle, sophisticated sparkle that does not compete with the rest of the kitchen design. It works beautifully in high-end contemporary kitchens alongside clean white cabinetry, brushed metallic hardware, and restrained material palettes where every element has been carefully considered.