Dramatic Luxury – Black Onyx with Sophisticated Veining
Discover the striking beauty of natural onyx with Black Onyx LM34 from Karndean's prestigious Art Select collection. This stunning design captures the dramatic character of genuine black onyx stone with its deep black colouring and distinctive veining patterns. The perfectly proportioned 18" x 36" tile format creates bold contemporary elegance with luxurious sophistication—perfect for spaces seeking dramatic impact with refined natural stone character.
Key Features:
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Premium 0.7mm Wear Layer – Art Select's superior wear layer provides exceptional durability and resilience, backed by a lifetime residential warranty and 20-year commercial guarantee
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Authentic Black Onyx Character – Meticulously crafted to replicate the dramatic appearance of genuine black onyx with its distinctive veining and luxurious depth
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Deep Black Colouring – Rich, intense black tones create striking contemporary elegance with bold sophistication
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Distinctive Veining Patterns – Characteristic onyx veining with natural variation adds visual intrigue and luxurious character
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Dramatic Impact – Bold black aesthetic creates powerful visual statements and sophisticated focal points
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Luxurious Appeal – Onyx's association with premium natural stone and high-end interiors brings refined elegance to your space
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Contemporary Format – 457mm x 915mm tiles (18" x 36") provide modern proportions with fewer joints for sleek, expansive aesthetics
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Architectural Sophistication – Creates statement floors with the timeless luxury of natural onyx
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100% Waterproof – Perfect for bathrooms, wet rooms, kitchens, and any moisture-prone area where natural onyx would require extensive care
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Deep Bevelled Edge – Four-sided bevelling defines each tile while maintaining contemporary elegance
Ideal For:
Transform residential spaces including contemporary bathrooms, modern kitchens, powder rooms, feature walls, hallways, and open-plan living areas into showcases of dramatic luxury. The black onyx aesthetic complements contemporary, modern, minimalist, Art Deco, luxury, glamorous, and sophisticated interiors. Creates bold statements with refined elegance. Also perfect for commercial applications including luxury hotels, upscale spas, high-end restaurants, premium retail boutiques, executive offices, and prestigious spaces seeking dramatic sophistication with natural stone luxury.
Technical Excellence:
Karndean Art Select represents the pinnacle of luxury vinyl engineering. With a robust 3.0mm total thickness and premium 0.7mm wear layer, Black Onyx delivers outstanding performance against daily wear, impacts, and moisture. Unlike genuine black onyx—which is extremely expensive, requires specialist installation, needs regular sealing to prevent staining, is cold and hard underfoot, can scratch or etch easily, and is translucent requiring careful backlighting—this luxury vinyl alternative offers all the visual drama with none of the complications. Simply sweep and mop to maintain its striking beauty.
Installation & Maintenance:
The contemporary 18" x 36" format creates clean, bold aesthetics with minimal grout lines for sleek sophistication. Each box covers 3.345m² with 8 tiles, making project planning straightforward. Compatible with underfloor heating systems up to 27°C—eliminating the cold sensation of natural stone. Add Karndean Design Strips for dramatic geometric patterns or elegant borders. DS25 Onyx creates tonal continuity, DS22 Graphite adds depth, while DS10 Chalk or DS21 White Linen provide striking contrast for bold contemporary designs.
Design Inspiration:
The deep black onyx aesthetic creates powerful contrast with white sanitaryware, chrome fixtures, and light-coloured walls. Pairs beautifully with metallic accents including gold, brass, chrome, and brushed steel for luxury sophistication. Works effortlessly with contemporary materials including glass, mirror, marble, and polished surfaces. Create dramatic spa-like bathrooms with minimalist fixtures and ambient lighting, achieve Art Deco glamour with geometric patterns and metallic details, or embrace contemporary luxury with clean lines and quality materials. Perfect for creating feature areas or accent walls that command attention.
Why Choose Black Onyx:
✓ Authentic black onyx aesthetic with dramatic veining ✓ Deep black colouring creates bold sophistication ✓ Striking visual impact with luxurious character ✓ Contemporary format with sleek proportions ✓ Warmer and more comfortable underfoot than natural stone ✓ No cold shock when stepping barefoot—ideal for bathrooms ✓ Significantly more affordable than genuine black onyx ✓ No sealing or specialist maintenance required ✓ Non-porous and hygienic—perfect for luxury bathrooms ✓ Stain-resistant surface—beauty products wipe away easily ✓ Won't scratch or etch like natural onyx ✓ No translucency issues requiring backlighting ✓ Slip-resistant even when wet—safer than polished onyx ✓ Pet and family-friendly durability ✓ Fade-resistant colours maintain their dramatic beauty ✓ Acoustic comfort—quieter than hard natural stone ✓ Creates bold statements without maintenance burden ✓ Environmentally friendly cleaning with simple products ✓ Backed by Karndean's lifetime residential warranty
Create a sanctuary of dramatic luxury with Black Onyx LM34—where the striking beauty of natural black onyx meets cutting-edge flooring innovation. Transform your space with bold contemporary sophistication, architectural character, and lasting performance that makes powerful visual statements every day.
