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Zimbabwe M Anticato Granite

Granite

Zimbabwe M Anticato

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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 Zimbabwe M Anticato up close — the surface texture, colour depth, and veining that make this granite unique.

Zimbabwe M grade elevated by the Anticato antiqued brush — a deeply uniform black granite with a subtly leathered texture that diffuses light beautifully, creating sophisticated warmth and exceptional fingerprint resistance.

Zimbabwe M Anticato granite brings together two premium selections in one stone: the M grade quarry block selection and the Anticato antiqued finish. The result is a deeply uniform, solid black granite elevated by a tactile, subtly brushed texture that diffuses light rather than reflecting it. The deeply sophisticated, warmly matte surface combines the world's benchmark black granite with a finish that is both highly practical and visually refined. The M grade Anticato variant offers a subtle distinction from standard Zimbabwe Anticato. The M selection's micro-crystalline structure interacts with the brushed finish to create a slightly different texture — the finer grain structure produces a smoother Anticato finish than coarser-grained stones would achieve. The result is a surface where the brushed texture is present but gentle, the fingerprint resistance is excellent, and the overall feel is of refined, contemporary luxury. In2stone recommends Zimbabwe M Anticato for customers who appreciate the intersection of premium materials and premium craftsmanship. Every aspect of this stone represents a deliberate choice: M grade for consistent visual quality, Anticato finish for practical elegance, Zimbabwe origin for benchmark density and durability. Pair with handleless cabinetry for seamless modern luxury. Dark timber adds organic softness. Brass fixtures create warm metallic contrast against the matte black. Our fabrication of Anticato surfaces requires specialised techniques to maintain consistent texture across joins — a skill our craftsmen have refined through years of working with the Zimbabwe family.

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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Zimbabwe M Anticato Granite slab

Frequently Asked

Questions About Zimbabwe M Anticato

What does Zimbabwe M Anticato granite look like?
Zimbabwe M Anticato presents a deeply uniform, solid black surface with a subtle, leathered texture from the Anticato (brushed/antiqued) finish. Light is diffused rather than reflected, creating a sophisticated, warmly matte black appearance. The M grade's fine-grained structure produces a particularly smooth Anticato texture — refined tactility in the world's densest black granite.
How does Zimbabwe M Anticato differ from standard Zimbabwe Anticato?
The difference is in the grade selection. Zimbabwe M Anticato uses M grade quarry blocks, which may have a slightly finer micro-crystalline structure. When the Anticato brush is applied, this finer grain produces a marginally smoother, more refined textured surface. The core properties remain identical: same extraordinary density, same negligible water absorption, same Mohs 6-7 hardness.
Is Zimbabwe M Anticato practical for kitchens?
Exceptionally practical. The brushed Anticato texture resists fingerprints, water marks, and cleaning streaks — the main maintenance challenge with dark polished surfaces. Zimbabwe's extraordinary density (approx. 3,100 kg/m³) and 0.12% water absorption mean the stone is virtually stain-proof. Heat resistance rated 5/5 by In2stone. Perfect for busy families who want dark luxury without constant wiping.
What kitchen designs suit Zimbabwe M Anticato?
Zimbabwe M Anticato suits contemporary, minimalist, and luxury industrial kitchens. Handleless cabinetry creates seamless modern luxury. Dark timber adds organic warmth. Brass fixtures provide warm metallic contrast against the matte black. Chrome and nickel complement the cooler aspects. The stone excels in kitchens where tactility and understated sophistication are design priorities.
What finishes are available for Zimbabwe granite?
In2stone offers Zimbabwe granite in multiple finishes: Polished (mirror-like jet-black), Honed (smooth matte), Anticato (brushed/antiqued texture), and Satinato (satin-brushed silky sheen). Each finish transforms the same extraordinary stone for different design applications — from high-gloss drama to tactile, fingerprint-resistant contemporary surfaces. All finishes maintain Zimbabwe's benchmark density and durability.
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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

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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."

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