Selecting the color for your granite countertop is a personal and ultimately long-lasting decision. Serious thought must be paid to it because, let’s face it, you don’t want to select a red countertop and then realize ‘oh no! I’m a gray person!’ Installing a countertop is a decision that provides great value, as it’s a home fixture that will last as long as you will (not to be morbid), but also doesn’t allow for much modification post installation. So, let’s make sure we get it right the first time.
Some people like to juxtapose light island counters with dark surrounding countertops
Certain rooms have certain granite countertop color options that seem to simply work well. In rooms that feature large windows and an ample supply of natural light, a dark countertop can be more easily pulled off. Dark countertops are elegant, subtle, and provide a timeless look regardless of the room. Though, as with dark paint, backsplashes, and wallpaper, dark home fixtures can create a shrinking effect, engulfing the space in shadow, limiting the eye to a degree. Obviously, though, this does not go for everyone. Some people simply love the rich look of a dark brown, black, or gray countertops. There’s no wrong way to go about it. Ultimately it comes down to your preference.
A light counterop can produce a very welcoming, rustic feel
Light countertops work particularly well if you have white or light-colored tiles on the floor in your kitchen, bathroom, or bar area. A cream colored or light brown granite countertop often creates a summery or beach-like feel, regardless of the room it rests in. For some, this lighter, more adaptable option is king, as it requires a less focused match with the surrounding cabinets and backsplashes.
Dark countertops, though undeniably elegant, can sometimes shrink a room
Obviously, a granite countertop is a centerpiece, so having it blend in anonymously probably isn’t what you’re going for. Making sure that the granite countertop color is complimented by the surrounding fixtures is, well, ideal. A dark countertop paired with slightly lighter cabinets is a classic look. Whatever your choice might be there is no wrong direction to take.
The timeless look of black granite in a white kitchen
If a light, soft color is what you want to transform your kitchen, bathroom, or bar into a soothing space of relaxation then it’s as simple as choosing it. If smokey and elegant is more like the vibe you’re going for try out a dark color. Between the reds, blues, greens, blacks, browns, and every other color granite can come in you’ll be sure to find something that you’ve always dreamed of.
I spec your product very often for my Sustainable Design Projects. I also work for Granite Transformations in Rockford, IL so I am very familiar with the products.
I really like the design concept of juxtaposing colors in the kitchen. It adds more interest and detail.
And just to let you know the red is my favorite!! But not for everyone. It looks magnificent with the Trend Wallpapers.
I really like the design concept of juxtaposing colors in the kitchen. It adds more interest and detail and especially emphasizes creativity.
This is driving me crazy! i’m torn between colors and have no sense of matching the island with the rest of the counters but i really want to go with another color. My countertops are a rust color and i think the dark but not black might work?
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Thoughtful piece on granite selection. The dark countertops are elegant and photograph beautifully; however, in smaller rooms with less light they do not work as well, unless you want that bachelor pad look. I have seen a number of kitchens with the “dark, dark look” in smaller city homes—just not as inviting, even in the evening with guests. I love the look, but it really needs the right, well lighted room to function as well as look beautiful.
It does take a lot of thought to get the right granite for your space. The granite supplies and fabricators often have good ideas and opinions once they see your space. Unless you are using a designer, or have seen it installed, they are the most readily available source of info. There are also many pictures on the web to help you—Always remember, colors are not always accurate on the screen.
What color granite is in the picture titled “A light counterop can produce a very welcoming, rustic feel.” I love it.
The color is that particular picture is “Bianco Wintermute” which is part of the Trend Stone line at Granite Transformations.
In the room with the brown paint and green dining room do you know the brown color used on the walls?