Ballyknockon is a fine-grained granite sourced from the quarries of Ireland, known for its subtle grey hue and delicate, fine-grained texture. The stone displays a subtle, uniform grain with occasional light veining that adds depth without overpowering its understated elegance. Ballyknockon is highly prized for its durability and resistance to weathering, making it an ideal choice for both interior and exterior applications such as flooring, wall cladding, countertops, and architectural facades. It accepts a range of finishes, from polished to honed, and can be cut to custom sizes. Marmi di Carrara supplies Ballyknockon in blocks, 2–3 cm slabs, and cut-to-size pieces, with photographs of actual slabs available before purchase.
Petrographic description
Typically grey granite.
Ballyknockon is a Granite quarried in Ireland, catalogued in the Marmi di Carrara atlas under the international reference ICIEGR00078. Its dominant tone is grey.
Like every granite, it is supplied as raw blocks, gangsaw slabs in 2 and 3 cm and cut-to-size pieces made in our Carrara plants. Recommended finishes: polished, honed, flamed, bush-hammered, leathered. Typical applications: kitchen worktops, exterior cladding and paving, stairs, monuments, high-traffic floors.
Availability varies with the quarry campaigns: before quoting we check current stock, block sizes and the selection grade, and we send photos of the actual slabs. Price and transport are confirmed by our technical office within one working day.
FAQ
Is Ballyknockon suitable for outdoor use?
Granite: excellent for façades, paving and stairs in any climate. Tell us the climate and exposure of the project and we will recommend the right finish and thickness.
What is the price of Ballyknockon per m²?
Indicative price from €80/m² for polished 2 cm slabs ex works Carrara, VAT excluded. The final figure depends on selection, block size, finish and quantity; a personalised quote is free.
How is Ballyknockon shipped from Italy?
Slabs travel in wooden A-frames inside 20-foot containers (about 25 tonnes); blocks ship loose or in open-top containers. We quote FOB, CIF or door-to-door to any port or site.
