Granite Countertops Colors

If you are searching for the best price and look at deals on the internet, remember, you may not be seeing the exact slab of stone you will get. Photography can conceal flaws and minor cracks. Computers are all color adjusted differently, so do not rely on colors you see only on your computer. Also you will want to see what the shipping costs will add to your final bill. The best option is to go to the local stone yard and select the exact slab(s) you want in your home.

Color selection is important not only for design and your personal taste, but also for long term durability. Granite may be one of the most durable countertop options out there, but it can be stained, chipped and/or scratched. It is inevitable that something will happen, so think about your choice of color relative to what will be placed on the counter and what stains will show the most. Choosing a darker color eliminates many worries about stains and scratches showing. If you want to use a lighter colored slab that you’ve fallen in love with, could you place it in a guest bath or another rarely used area rather than a frequently used kitchen countertop? Be sure to ask your interior designer and/or contractor, especially when your choice is a lighter color.

Really, you want what you will love, right? But consider, especially if you like the granite with lots of movement (strong veins of color or demarcation running prominently through your countertop), will the next potential homeowner be impressed or dismayed by your choice? This is not a small statement you are making. Stick to darker neutrals if possible.

Unless you are very gifted in color and design, you will want to consult with an interior designer before going forward on your kitchen remodel or countertop replacement. They know how to troubleshoot and how to create the look you are going for. If you pick the right designer, they will listen to what you want and show you how to the best granite countertop(s) for your home.