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Laminam I Naturali Ardesia Nero Porcelain

Laminam · Porcelain

I Naturali Ardesia Nero

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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 I Naturali Ardesia Nero up close — the surface texture, colour depth, and veining that make this porcelain unique.

Deep charcoal slate-effect with riven, cleaved texture — raw, dramatic, and authentically geological.

Laminam I Naturali Ardesia Nero brings the raw, dramatic character of dark natural slate into a porcelain surface of genuine geological conviction. Its deep charcoal and dark grey-black surface is crossed by the same riven, cleaved texture as its Bianco sibling — but in these dark tones, the texture creates deeper shadows, more dramatic relief, and a more intensely natural character. Subtle lighter grey highlights add visual depth, preventing the dark surface from feeling uniform while maintaining its overall moody, atmospheric quality. Ardesia Nero is the natural choice for homeowners who want dark surfaces with authentic stone character — raw, honest, and unpolished. Dramatic and beautifully real.

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

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Frequently Asked

Questions About I Naturali Ardesia Nero

What is Ardesia Nero?
Ardesia Nero is the dark counterpart to Ardesia Bianco — capturing black slate's dense, layered beauty. The surface presents a deep, rich black with fine linear striations and subtle mineral variation that reference the distinctive geological layering of natural dark slate. It is sophisticated, intense, and deeply atmospheric.
How dark is Ardesia Nero?
Ardesia Nero is a deep, rich black with visible slate-like linear texture — not a flat, absolute black but a layered, geological darkness. Fine lighter striations and mineral details create subtle visual movement across the dark surface, giving it depth and character that distinguishes it from uniform blacks like Collection Nero Assoluto.
What design styles suit Ardesia Nero?
Ardesia Nero's dark, slate-like character suits contemporary, industrial, and dramatic design schemes. It pairs powerfully with white and pale cabinetry for maximum contrast, or with charcoal units for an enveloping dark scheme. The slate texture provides a more naturalistic, geological feel than flat blacks, making it suitable for designs that embrace dark palettes with natural character.
Is Ardesia Nero practical for a busy kitchen?
Ardesia Nero is highly practical. The directional slate texture disguises fingerprints, water spots, and minor marks far more effectively than smooth dark surfaces. The non-porous surface is completely stain-proof, and the matte finish avoids the smudge-attracting properties of polished finishes. It delivers dark drama with genuinely practical daily performance.
How does Ardesia Nero compare to natural black slate?
Natural black slate is attractive but prone to flaking, water staining, and uneven surfaces. Laminam's porcelain version captures slate's distinctive linear texture and dark beauty in a surface that is completely flat, non-porous, and maintenance-free. You gain the authentic geological visual character without the practical challenges that make natural slate problematic for worktop use.
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"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!"
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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."

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