{"id":19992,"date":"2026-06-18T01:59:01","date_gmt":"2026-06-17T22:59:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gmi.ee\/materials\/blue-onyx-2\/"},"modified":"2026-06-18T01:59:02","modified_gmt":"2026-06-17T22:59:02","slug":"blue-onyx","status":"publish","type":"materials","link":"https:\/\/gmi.ee\/en\/materials\/blue-onyx\/","title":{"rendered":"Blue Onyx"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3>Blue Onyx<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Blue Onyx is a natural semi-precious stone<\/strong>, where a vivid blue base, white cloud-like patches and golden-brown crystalline veins create a deep, almost three-dimensional surface. Every slab is unique: in nature, no two are ever the same.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Onyx carries light.<\/strong> It lets light pass through to a depth of several centimetres, so backlighting brings out the pattern and depth in a striking way. It is exactly this quality that makes onyx a prized material for prestige interior surfaces.<\/p>\n<p>Blue Onyx is suited above all to decorative surfaces: back-lit wall panels, bar counters, reception desks and bathroom accent surfaces. It is a luxurious detail that draws the eye.<\/p>\n<p>GMI makes onyx surfaces to measure: measuring, fabrication and installation across Estonia and Scandinavia.<\/p>\n<h3>Where it works<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Back-lit wall panels and decorative walls<\/li>\n<li>Bar counters and reception desks<\/li>\n<li>Bathroom accent surfaces<\/li>\n<li>Prestige details in hotels and restaurants<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Onyx is a more delicate stone than granite or quartz, so it is used for decorative surfaces rather than for high-use kitchen worktops.<\/p>\n<h3>Character<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Vivid blue base with white and golden-brown crystalline veins<\/li>\n<li>Partly translucent, suited to backlighting<\/li>\n<li>Every slab unique, the pattern does not repeat<\/li>\n<li>More resistant to chemical effects than marble<\/li>\n<li>Sensitive to mechanical pressure and impact<\/li>\n<li>A natural stone, porous and needing careful use<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Technical details<\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Material<\/th>\n<td>natural onyx (semi-precious stone)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Thickness<\/th>\n<td>20 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Slab size<\/th>\n<td>approx. 2440 \u00d7 1540 mm (slabs vary)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Colour<\/th>\n<td>vivid blue with white and golden-brown veins<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th>Special feature<\/th>\n<td>partly translucent, every slab unique<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3>Care<\/h3>\n<p>Onyx is a natural, porous stone that needs gentle care. Wipe the surface with a soft cloth after use, avoid acidic cleaners and sharp knocks. To prevent staining we recommend sealing the surface; acidic liquids (lemon, wine, vinegar) should be wiped away at once. With the right care, onyx keeps its depth and shine for years.<\/p>\n<p><!-- LCR-EXTRAS-START --><\/p>\n<h3>Similar materials<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"\/en\/materials\/missoni\/\">Missoni<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/en\/materials\/yellow-onyx\/\">Yellow Onyx<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Can this stone be used as a kitchen worktop?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"These natural stones are used mainly for decorative surfaces and back-lit panels. 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