Noir Saint Laurent

Noir Saint Laurent is a French marble of unmistakable elegance, characterized by a dark background with shades ranging from brown to black, embellished with dense white and golden veins.

Saint Laurent black marble: geological origin and geographical origin

The area of origin of this elegant natural stone is the region of Occitania, in the South West of France. More precisely, it is mined in the Saint-Laurent-du-Var area.

Geologically, Nero Saint Laurent marble is a metamorphic rock composed mainly of calcite, with a chemical composition based on calcium carbonate and the presence of minerals and impurities which determine its peculiar chromatic characteristics.

Nero Saint Laurent, marble of excellence: technical and aesthetic characteristics

Nero Saint Laurent marble has a texture characterized by a dark background, the gradation of which can range from brown to black, crossed by contrasting white and golden veins, of variable size and position. The veined, irregularly distributed structure gives it an elegant and unmistakable aesthetic.

Nero Saint Laurent, when properly treated and maintained, is known for its durability and strength. For this reason, despite being a marble, it is considered a material suitable for multiple uses.

Below are the main technical characteristics of Noir Saint Laurent:

type of test	unit
Bending unit failure load	122 kg/cm2
Coefficient of thermal expansion	0,0041 mm/m°C
Compression breaking load	988 kg/cm2
Impact resistance	27 cm
Water imbibition coefficient	0,001300
Weight per unit volume	2.689 kg/m3

Processes and finishes that best enhance Nero Saint Laurent slabs

Polishing is undoubtedly the most used finish to enhance the chromatic richness and intense dark shade of Noir Saint Laurent marble.

However, based on the specific design requirements, the slabs of this material are also suitable for other processes, including:

• brushed finish, which gives the surface a homogeneous texture and a pleasant silky sensation to the touch.
• honed finish, which gives the marble a smooth and opaque, sober and refined appearance.

Noir Saint Laurent, refined marble for valuable projects

By virtue of its moderate availability and extraordinary chromatic characteristics, Nero Saint Laurent marble is a stone highly appreciated and sought after in high-quality projects.

It is employed not only in interior architecture, but also in the making of art objects intended for everyday use.

With an elegant and sophisticated character, Nero Saint Laurent is ideal for embellishing interior environments of various styles, as its versatility makes it perfect in both classic and modern contexts.

We can often find it in:

• Coatings and floors
• Worktops, coverings and kitchen tops
• Fine bathroom coverings and tops
• Furnishing accessories
• Design Objects

With its timeless charm and ability to adapt to different contexts and styles, this natural stone seduces those seeking elegance and prestige in living spaces. Noir Saint Laurent, in fact, has been appreciated and used as a valuable material by many architects: evidence of this are the numerous hotels, villas and luxury boutiques located in Paris, Dubai and the United States, but also some art museums distributed throughout the world.

Saint Laurent black marble in Alberti & Alberti

Noir Saint Laurent slabs are available in the internal Alberti & Alberti warehouse. Furthermore, thanks to dedicated machinery, we can create surfaces on request, according to the customer’s needs.

Send your request to check availability.