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Franke Black Sinks

Franke black kitchen sinks — Maris MRG and Rondo ROG bowls in Fragranite granite composite.
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Maris MRG620-35-35 Black
Regular priceR9,572.42
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Maris MRG610-72 Black 720x400x200
Regular priceR8,856.08
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Maris MRG610-52 Black 520x400x200
Regular priceR8,249.50
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Maris MRG610-37 Black 370x400x200
Regular priceR7,521.60
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Ronda ROG 610-41 Black Prep Bowl510x195D
Regular priceR5,210.82

Franke Black Kitchen Sinks

Black is the finish people ask for by name, and the one that raises the most questions once installed. This page gathers the five black Franke bowls we stock: four Maris and one Rondo prep bowl. All are kitchen sinks rather than bathroom basins, worth saying because the two get confused in search. Below is what the material is, and what Franke says about keeping it right.

What the black bowls are made of

The MRG and ROG codes denote Franke's granite bodies. Franke lists the material type on these models as granite and describes it as Fragranite, a composite of quartz and acrylic resin containing close to 80% quartz sand, with a finely textured, non porous surface. The X codes are the other family: a Maris MRX bowl is stainless steel. That letter is the quickest way to tell them apart.

Stocked here are the Maris MRG620-35-35 twin bowl and the MRG610-72 at 720x400x200mm, both undercounter. The MRG610-52 at 520x400x200mm, the MRG610-37 at 370x400x200mm and the Rondo ROG610-41 are prep bowls. Franke's South African spec sheet for the ROG610-41 gives an inset bowl of 400x400x195mm taking a 90mm waste.

Limescale and marking on a dark bowl

This is the honest part: on a dark composite surface, hard water shows. Mineral deposits and dried splashes are more visible against black than a pale colour, a property of the colour rather than a fault in the bowl. The habit that makes the most difference is rinsing and drying the bowl after use, so deposits never get a chance to build up. Deal with anything strongly coloured promptly rather than leaving it overnight.

Everyday cleaning

For routine cleaning use a soft cloth or a soft brush with a cleaner intended for composite sinks, then rinse and dry. Avoid abrasive pads and harsh chemicals, both of which can dull the surface over time. Do not use the bowl as a cutting surface, because a knife blow can chip an edge. For anything more specific, including established limescale in a hard water area, follow Franke's own care sheet for Fragranite rather than general advice. For the rest of the range see Franke kitchen sinks, Maris, Rondo, prep bowls, undermount sinks and Franke.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Franke black kitchen sinks made of?
The black Maris MRG and Rondo ROG bowls are granite composite. Franke lists the material type on these models as granite and calls it Fragranite, describing it as a composite of quartz and acrylic resin with close to 80% quartz sand and a finely textured, non porous surface. These are kitchen sinks, not bathroom basins. Franke's stainless steel bowls carry an X in the code instead, such as MRX.
Do black Franke sinks show limescale and water marks?
In hard water areas, yes. Mineral deposits and dried splashes are more visible on a dark surface than on a pale one, which is a property of the colour rather than a fault in the material. Rinsing and drying the bowl after use is the habit that makes the biggest difference. For removing deposits that have already established themselves, follow Franke's own care sheet for Fragranite.
How should I clean a Franke black granite sink?
Day to day, a soft cloth or soft brush with a cleaner intended for composite sinks is enough, followed by a rinse and a dry. Frequent light cleaning works better than occasional heavy cleaning. Avoid abrasive pads and harsh chemicals, which can dull the finish over time. For anything beyond routine cleaning, use Franke's own care sheet for Fragranite rather than general household advice.
Can the black Maris and Rondo bowls be undermounted?
It depends on the model. Two of the five are listed as undercounter, the Maris MRG620-35-35 twin bowl and the MRG610-72. The Maris MRG610-52, the MRG610-37 and the Rondo ROG610-41 are listed as prep bowls, and Franke's own South African spec sheet gives the ROG610-41 as an inset bowl, meaning it drops in from above. Confirm the installation type before a worktop is cut.
Which waste kit fits a black Maris or Rondo bowl?
Franke waste kits are model specific, so match the code rather than the size. There is a Maris MRG610 90mm waste kit with overflow for the MRG610 bowls and a Maris 621 kit for the larger MRG621. Franke's own spec sheet for the Rondo ROG610-41 lists a 90mm waste. All of these sit on our Franke waste and overflow kits page.

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