I hope you don't mind my adding a question here!

I've been wondering the same things about the Basalt Slate--
I've tried twice now to send off for samples from Formica and they keep sending me the wrong one.

My question is: what is the actual color--is it black, or is it dark gray?

Thanks!

It's a soft black.

FYI, Home Depot stocks ready made countertops in Basalt Slate so, if you're near one of their stores, you can see it in large format. Lots better than trying to project from one of those small samples.

The sample I have is not jet black...it's softer, more stone like.

Thanks for the Home Depot tip....I'll look there. My KD only has small samples.

Thank you both for letting me know about the color!

We live in a small coastal town with no 'big box' stores in sight, so I'll have to wait until we get away next time to see it in person.

The company that did my counter tops had some "leftover" pieces from other jobs in the 3 patterns/deigns I was considering. . .all were at least 12 x 14. . .that they let me have. It was a huge help in making my decision.

Basalt Slate is a great laminate color. I also really like Oiled Soapstone by Wilsonart. I've included a link, but I think the actual color is darker than what is pictured.

If you call Wilsonart or Formica they will send you bigger samples than you can find hanging on the little boards at HD.

Nicole

Here is a link that might be useful: Oiled Soapstone/Wilsonart

It's a soft black, with some grey tones.

Thanks for the tip on square edges....I think I'll go with a rounded one now. How is your top holding up? Any major scratches? Would you install it again?

Cute cat....

This pattern is in the running for my kitchen too - would love to see more pics!

We've had it for 3 years and get soo many compliments on it. (We're renovating now and gutting our kitchen, replacing with granite).

It's a soft black with swirls of grey. When you see it in certain lights you can see a bumpy texture which sometimes makes it look more "fake". But overall it has a very sophisticated look to it.

There were some chips around our sink during the sink installation but they haven't gotten any bigger or anything. You have to accept the fact that with laminate, any scratches will show.

Overall, I would highly recommend it for those looking for an affordable countertop.

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Thanks redroze. What sink do you have in that pic? Is it SS? It almost looks like it matches the top.

Here's a close-up of the texture--and the edge. Grr!

We're building a house and, because of being over budget on nearly everything, are considering laminate counters in the kitchen. This one does look really close to soapstone, which was my original choice! Anyone else have any pictures they'd like to share?

I also have a question. I have a small galley type kitchen with only patio door window for light and am having my maple cupboards painted white. i have white appliances and oak color laminate floor. Would the laminate Basil Slate countertop make the room too dark and would it be too much of a contrast. Does it show evey mark like the black and shiny countertops do??