Black granite countertops span three distinct looks: Absolute Black, a near-solid, matte or leathered black with minimal surface movement; Black Galaxy, a black base with gold and copper mineral sparkle; and Black Pearl, a speckled black surface with silver and gold flecks and subtle pattern movement. Unlike black quartz, granite can be finished with a leathered or brushed texture and carries full UV stability for outdoor kitchens and exterior applications. GoSource carries the full range from MSI, Scalea, Sensa, Daltile, and more at wholesale trade pricing, shipped directly to the fabricator shop or job site.
Compare black granite styles, finish options, and top brands. with transparent wholesale pricing. So you can spec the right slab before your next order.
Black granite countertops range from $15 to $150+ per square foot retail depending on granite type, origin, slab format, and finish. Leathered and brushed finishes typically add $5–$15/sq ft to the base price. GoSource members receive wholesale trade pricing across all tiers. Here is what to expect by budget range.
Entry
$15–$35
per sq ft retail ($12–$29 wholesale)
Absolute Black granite. Near-solid black, minimal mineral movement. Polished or honed finish. Best for commercial projects, multifamily renovations, and applications where a clean, uniform dark surface is the primary goal.
Brands: MSI Absolute Black, Daltile entry black lines
Mid-Range
$35–$65
per sq ft retail ($29–$54 wholesale)
Black Galaxy and Black Pearl granite. Black base with mineral sparkle or speckled movement. Polished, honed, or leathered finishes available. Best for residential kitchens, design-build projects, and high-end multifamily where material character matters.
Brands: MSI Black Galaxy, Black Pearl · Scalea mid-range blacks · Sensa sealed black
Premium
$65–$150+
per sq ft retail ($54+ wholesale)
Agatha Black, Nero Assoluto, and exotic black granite imports. Maximum depth and mineral complexity, leathered or high-polish finish, jumbo slab formats. Best for luxury residential, commercial feature surfaces, and design projects where the slab is the centerpiece.
Brands: MSI Agatha Black · Scalea exotic black · Premium imports
| Brand | MSI | Scalea | Sensa | Daltile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price Range | $15–$150+ /sq ft (trade) | $25–$100+ /sq ft (trade) | $30–$85 /sq ft (trade) | $12–$40 /sq ft (trade) |
| Top Black SKUs | Premium Black, Absolute Black, Black Galaxy, Black Pearl, Agatha Black | Black granite lines (confirm with catalog. Scalea carries premium exotics) | Pre-sealed black granite. Confirm specific SKU names with sourcing desk | Uba Tuba (dark green-black), entry black lines |
| Finish Options | Polished, Honed, Leathered, Brushed | Polished, Honed, Leathered | Polished, Honed (SenGuard sealed) | Polished, Honed |
| Pre-Sealed | No. Specify sealer separately | No. Specify sealer separately | Yes. SenGuard factory seal included | No. Specify sealer separately |
| Outdoor Rated | Yes. UV stable, heat resistant | Yes. UV stable, heat resistant | Yes. UV stable + SenGuard protection | Yes. UV stable, heat resistant |
| Best For | Widest selection, entry to exotic, fastest lead times | Premium mid-range consistency, design-spec builds | Clients who want granite without resealing schedule | Volume, budget-sensitive projects, multifamily |
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Widest Black Granite Selection
MSI carries the broadest black granite selection on GoSource, from entry-level Absolute Black and pre-fab Premium Black through mid-range Black Galaxy and Black Pearl to exotic Agatha Black. The go-to brand for black granite across all project types and budget levels. Fastest lead times and the most consistent supply of any granite brand on the platform.
Starting at $15/sq ft (trade)
View All MSI Black Granite →Premium Slab Consistency
Scalea is Cosentino's natural stone line, cut to tight thickness tolerances for consistent slab quality across multi-top projects. The strongest choice for mid-range and premium residential where slab-to-slab consistency matters, particularly for black granite island and perimeter combinations.
Starting at $25/sq ft (trade)
View All Scalea Black Granite →Pre-Sealed Granite
Sensa granite comes factory-sealed with SenGuard protective treatment, delivering natural black granite aesthetics without the standard granite resealing schedule. The ideal specification for clients who want the look and heat resistance of black granite but have concerns about ongoing maintenance.
Starting at $30/sq ft (trade)
View All Sensa Black Granite →Entry Black Options
Daltile's black granite offering covers the entry and low mid-range tier, including Uba Tuba, a dark green-black granite that is one of the most consistently available dark natural stone options on the platform. The practical choice for multifamily renovations, commercial projects, and volume orders where cost is the primary constraint.
Starting at $12/sq ft (trade)
View All Daltile Dark Granite →
