How Durable is a Matte Black Fireclay Sink?

We are often asked how durable are the matte black fine fireclay sinks. There is a perception that if they were to be scratched, you would see the white fireclay under the surface.

In fact, our matte black glazing is highly durable, as the colour is sprayed onto the sink prior to it being fired at very high temperatures (in excess of 1200˚C) in the kiln.
This means the colour is fused into the clay which makes it impossible to scratch any black glaze off.

Furthermore our sinks are stain and chemical resistant, making it more hygienic than most sinks on the market.

Products that are vitrified (fired) between 800 – 1200 c, should not be affected by UV. Matte black production is done just like gloss white production. Colour glazing is done before the products are fired. For this reason, matte black has exactly the same features as glossy white products, therefore they are UV stable.

What about the colour fading in the sun?

Colour glazing is done before the products are fired. For this reason, matte black has exactly the same features as gloss white products, therefore they are UV stable and therefore cannot be affected by sunlight.

The colour of the sink is a matte finish, it isn't completely matte like a composite or a granite sink, our sink has a sheen to it, it is just as easy to maintain as a gloss white sink, very simple to clean with just use warm soapy water.

Its fine fireclay composition is solid and is a stronger and less brittle product than ceramic, making it highly durable against the impacts of daily washing up.

Our fine fireclay sinks are handcrafted in Europe and for peace of mind, we provide a lifetime warranty.

In this video Cettina walks you through all the benefits and features of our matte black Novi fireclay sink. To view our range click here.