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Silestone Romantic Ash Quartz

Silestone · Quartz

Romantic Ash

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Full Service — Installation

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

The Stone

See the natural beauty of Romantic Ash up close — the surface texture, colour depth, and veining that make this quartz unique.

Deep charcoal base with winding off-white veining and fine shimmering speckling for dramatic dark marble impact.

Silestone Romantic Ash commands attention with a deep charcoal base that leans towards off-black, overlaid with winding veins in off-white and warm beige-grey that move somewhat diagonally across the slab. The veining ranges from fine thread-like lines to broader diffused clusters, creating depth and movement against the dark backdrop. A distinctive feature is the fine shimmering speckling uniformly distributed across the entire dark base — tiny white and light grey flecks that catch the light and add a subtle sparkle to the surface. The polished finish amplifies both the vein contrast and the shimmer effect, giving Romantic Ash a visual richness that rewards different viewing angles and lighting conditions. The combination of dark base, pale veining, and glittering specks produces a surface that references dark natural marbles like Marquina or Nero Marquina, but with added luminosity and warmth from the beige-grey tones. Part of Silestone's Le Chic collection, manufactured in Almería, Spain with Hybriq+® technology. Minimum 20% recycled materials, 100% renewable energy. Non-porous, stain-resistant, NSF and Greenguard certified. Supplied in jumbo 327 × 159 cm slabs with a 25-year warranty. Installed by In2Stone across Hampshire.

Performance

How This Stone Performs

Hardness

7 out of 5

Stain Resistance

5 out of 5

UV Resistance

3 out of 5

Heat Resistance

4 out of 5

Scratch Resistance

5 out of 5

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Silestone Romantic Ash Quartz slab

Frequently Asked

Questions About Romantic Ash

What does Silestone Romantic Ash look like in person?
Romantic Ash is a dramatic dark surface — deep charcoal verging on off-black — with winding off-white and warm beige-grey veining crossing the slab diagonally. What makes it distinctive is the fine shimmering speckling across the entire dark base. In person, these tiny light flecks catch the light and give the surface a subtle sparkle that photographs often fail to capture.
What kitchen styles work with Romantic Ash?
Romantic Ash suits kitchens that embrace drama and contrast. It pairs powerfully with white or pale grey cabinetry where the dark worktop becomes the focal point. Gold or brass hardware complements the warm beige-grey tones in the veining beautifully. It also works in all-dark kitchen schemes — charcoal cabinets with the shimmering worktop adding light-catching detail.
How hard-wearing is Romantic Ash for daily cooking?
Extremely durable. Romantic Ash has the same Hybriq+® performance as all Silestone surfaces — high scratch resistance, stain resistance, and impact resistance. The polished dark finish can show light scratches and water marks more visibly than lighter surfaces, but the shimmering speckling actually helps disguise minor marks. Regular wiping with a damp cloth keeps it pristine.
Is Romantic Ash made sustainably?
Yes. Manufactured by Cosentino in Almería, Spain using Hybriq+® technology with minimum 20% recycled materials, 100% renewable electricity, and 99% recycled water. The production facility has achieved these sustainability benchmarks across its entire Silestone range.
How do I maintain the polish on Romantic Ash?
Wipe daily with a damp microfibre cloth and mild detergent, then buff dry with a clean cloth to avoid water spots on the dark polished surface. For stubborn marks, use Q-Action or CIF Power Shine with a soft cloth. Avoid abrasive cleaners or scouring pads, which can dull the polish over time. Always use trivets under hot pans.
★★★★★
"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."

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