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Stone × Application

BASALT — kitchen backsplash

4/5 suitability

Highly durable and heat-resistant, making it a practical choice for kitchen backsplashes. Offers a modern, sophisticated aesthetic with a consistent dark color palette, adding depth and contrast. Easy to clean when properly sealed.

Considerations

Porous, requiring consistent and thorough sealing to prevent staining from food splatters, grease, and acidic liquids. Dark color can show water spots more readily. Limited color range (mostly dark grays and blacks).

Specifications

  • Finish: Honed, Brushed, Flamed (for texture and character). Polished for a sleek, modern look.
  • Thickness: 0.4-1.25 inches (1-3 cm) for tiles or slab.
  • Maintenance: Medium
  • Installed: 15-40

Top varieties

Absolute Black BasaltHoned BasaltFlamed Basalt