Black Aswan granite, also known as Nero Aswan, is a deep black Egyptian granite prized for its strength, durability and striking dark colour. EMG (Egyptian Marble & Granite) supplies premium Egyptian granite in Black Aswan and many other colours, factory-direct in slabs, tiles and cut-to-size.
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What is Black Aswan granite?
Black Aswan granite (Nero Aswan) is a dense, deep black Egyptian granite quarried near Aswan in southern Egypt, often with fine grey or white speckling. As a true igneous granite it is extremely hard, scratch- and heat-resistant, and non-porous when sealed, making it one of the most durable natural stones available. Its dramatic dark colour gives a bold, premium look that suits both modern and classic settings, from kitchen worktops to feature floors and facades.
Colour and character
Black Aswan’s signature is its deep, even black background, sometimes with subtle silver-grey crystals that catch the light. The result is a rich, sophisticated stone that makes a strong statement as a worktop, an accent floor or a dark facade. Its consistency and depth of colour are why designers choose it where they want drama and durability in equal measure.
Where Black Aswan granite is used
Black Aswan granite excels in kitchen and bathroom countertops, vanity tops, flooring, staircases, cladding, paving and monuments. Its hardness suits high-traffic and high-wear surfaces, and its non-porous sealed finish makes it ideal for kitchens. As a dark accent it pairs beautifully with pale marble and timber.
Finishes available
Black Aswan takes a high polish that deepens its black to a glossy, reflective finish — the most popular choice for worktops — as well as honed, leathered/brushed and flamed finishes. Flamed and brushed surfaces add grip for outdoor paving and stairs, while polished and leathered suit interiors. EMG supplies the granite in several finishes.
Durability and care
Granite is far harder and less porous than marble, so Black Aswan resists scratches, heat and staining well, especially once sealed. It needs only simple care — wipe with mild soap and water, reseal periodically — and avoids the etching that affects marble. This makes it a practical, long-lasting choice for busy kitchens and commercial use.
Why source Black Aswan granite from EMG
As a quarry-to-factory producer, EMG supplies Black Aswan granite as calibrated slabs, tiles and cut-to-size pieces in your chosen finish, with consistent colour and a competitive factory-direct price. We export worldwide from Cairo with full documentation and free samples.
Black Aswan for kitchen worktops
Black Aswan is a favourite for kitchen worktops because it combines drama with practicality. Polished to a deep gloss it makes a bold, premium surface, and as a true granite it shrugs off the heat, knives and spills of daily cooking far better than marble — no etching from lemon or wine, and excellent stain resistance once sealed. It pairs beautifully with pale cabinetry and brass for contrast, or with timber for warmth. EMG fabricates Black Aswan worktops to template, with the edge profiles and cut-outs a kitchen needs.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Black Aswan granite?
Black Aswan granite (Nero Aswan) is a dense, deep black Egyptian granite quarried near Aswan, often with fine grey speckling. As a true granite it is extremely hard, scratch- and heat-resistant and non-porous when sealed, making it ideal for countertops, floors, cladding and paving.
Is Black Aswan granite good for kitchen countertops?
Yes. Black Aswan granite is very hard, heat- and scratch-resistant and non-porous once sealed, so it stands up to daily kitchen use far better than marble and resists staining and etching. Its deep black colour gives a bold, premium look. EMG supplies it polished, honed or leathered.