Countertops by look
Black and Dark Countertops in Los Angeles
Black countertops range from near-solid black granite to charcoal quartz and matte black porcelain. Granite is a natural stone with subtle crystal pattern; quartz gives a uniform engineered surface; porcelain offers large slabs and, for some colors, supplier-listed exterior use. The products below are listed by their supplier in a black or dark gray color family, or are named black by the supplier.
From our catalog
5 materials with this look
Images are the manufacturers' own product photos. Natural stone varies slab to slab, so see your actual slab before fabrication.
Manufacturer image · MSIAbsolute Black Granite
Manufacturer image · MSIBlack Pearl Granite
Manufacturer image · MSISoapstone Metropolis Concrete Quartz
Manufacturer image · NSRMidnight Black Quartz
Manufacturer image · MSIBasaltina Nera Porcelain Slab
Before you choose
What to consider
Material facts link to the supplier's own pages.
Finish changes everything
A polished black surface reads deep and glossy; matte, brushed or concrete-textured finishes read softer. Dark, plain surfaces tend to show dust and water marks more readily than patterned ones, so see a sample under your own light.
Wiping and water spots
For natural stone, MSI recommends cleaning with mild soap and drying with a soft cloth to prevent water spots, per MSI Surfaces.
Outdoors
Several black products here, including Absolute Black Granite and Basaltina Nera porcelain, carry supplier-listed exterior use. MSI does not recommend quartz for outdoor kitchens. We confirm suitability for your specific space before fabrication.
FAQ
Common questions
Is black granite or black quartz better?
It depends on the look and use. Black granite is natural and suits outdoor kitchens where the supplier lists exterior use; black quartz is uniform and doesn't need sealing but isn't recommended outdoors by MSI.
Do black countertops make a kitchen feel smaller?
They can feel heavier in a small, dim room. Many homeowners use black on an island or bar top and a lighter stone on the perimeter. We can talk through layout at your estimate.
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