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Laminam Collection Nero Porcelain

Laminam · Porcelain

Collection Nero

25+ Years Experience
1,500+ Projects Completed
4.9 from 100+ Reviews
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Full Service — Installation

Our porcelain 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 porcelain to your supplied template, or supply the stone directly as-is — anywhere in the UK . Learn more .

The Stone

See the natural beauty of Collection Nero up close — the surface texture, colour depth, and veining that make this porcelain unique.

Colour:

Black

Style:

Plain

Solid near-black — a bold, dramatic dark surface of minimal intensity and maximum statement.

Laminam Collection Nero makes a powerful design statement through the simplest means possible — pure, deep, near-black colour with no veining, no mottling, and no distraction. This is darkness as a design choice, creating bold visual anchoring in any space. As a kitchen worktop, Nero provides a striking counterpoint to pale cabinetry and creates intimate, atmospheric dining environments. As a bathroom vanity, it brings hotel-suite sophistication. The solid colour draws attention to form, reflection, and the play of light across the surface, creating a minimalist drama that patterned surfaces cannot achieve. Available in Laminam's range of thicknesses and finishes, delivering all the heat, scratch, and stain resistance of Italian porcelain.

Performance

How This Stone Performs

Hardness

5 out of 5

Stain Resistance

5 out of 5

UV Resistance

5 out of 5

Heat Resistance

5 out of 5

Scratch Resistance

5 out of 5

Interested in Collection Nero?

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

Laminam Collection Nero Porcelain slab

Frequently Asked

Questions About Collection Nero

What is the difference between Collection Nero and Nero Assoluto?
Collection Nero presents a deep, rich black with the faintest hint of depth and warmth, while Nero Assoluto aims for the most absolute, uncompromising blackness possible. Nero is very dark but retains a whisper of materiality; Nero Assoluto is designed to be pure, total black. The difference is subtle but significant for design-sensitive projects.
Is Collection Nero practical for kitchen use?
Collection Nero is highly practical despite its dark colour. The matte finish provides good fingerprint resistance, and the non-porous surface means spills cannot stain. The key consideration with any dark surface is that water spots and dust are more visible than on lighter surfaces, but this is easily managed with regular wiping during daily kitchen use.
What lighting works best with Collection Nero?
Under-cabinet LED strips are essential with Collection Nero — they illuminate the worktop surface for practical use and create an atmospheric glow against the dark material. Warm-toned lighting (2700-3000K) enhances the surface's depth, while cooler lighting can make it feel more stark. Pendant lighting over islands adds focused illumination and design interest.
What materials pair well with Collection Nero?
Collection Nero creates stunning contrast with natural timber — pale oak, ash, and birch are particularly effective. Brushed brass and copper hardware glow against the dark surface. White and light grey cabinetry provides maximum contrast, while charcoal units create a tonal, enveloping dark scheme. Marble-effect accents add luxury and visual complexity.
Can Collection Nero be used for bathroom vanity tops?
Collection Nero makes a dramatic bathroom vanity top, creating a bold contrast against white sanitaryware and light wall tiles. The non-porous surface is immune to water, soap, and cosmetic staining. Its dark, sophisticated presence transforms a bathroom from functional to luxurious, particularly when paired with quality metallic fixtures.
★★★★★
"Excellent Service and Beautiful Results - Highly Recommended! I recently had In2stone install new quartz worktops in my kitchen, and I couldn't be happier with the results. From start to finish, the experience was completely stress-free. The team was not only competitively priced but also incredibly friendly and professional throughout the entire process. They handled everything seamlessly - removing the existing sink, hob, and old laminate worktops before fitting the new quartz surfaces. The finished worktops are absolutely beautiful and have transformed my kitchen into a modern, minimalist space that I love spending time in. The quality of workmanship is outstanding, and the attention to detail really shows. I'm a very satisfied customer and would highly recommend In2stone to anyone considering new worktops. Well done to the entire team - you've exceeded my expectations!"
— Ashley ChapmanGoogle 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