We are considering “Nordic Black” 3cm for our replacement counter tops (replacing Formica). We have read your comments regarding Absolute Black and are wondering if we will have a maintenance concern with our choice. We have discovered the Nordic Black in Dal Tile’s yard but have not seen it listed on the internet.

Maurice

Hello Maurice,

If it really is Nordic Black, it has white feldspar veins. This rock is a Black Anorthosite, which is about 85% feldspar plagioclase.

It is not granite because it does not have at least 65% quartz. Feldspar is a 6 on the Mohs Hardness Scale so it is still pretty hard. However, it is more absorbent that granite and needs a good coat of sealer. Still use a low viscosity sealer just do a double coat about 6 hours apart. If you love this stone and it is polished finish, I’d say go for it. If it is honed, it will look like an antique/old very soon. It is a beautiful stone and just needs a little more sealer once in while if cared for normally. I hope this helps.

Best wishes,
Tom Cordova

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