There’s a lot of value in kitchen counter tops. It provides not only stable, useful surfaces in your home but also can really up the resale value of your property. It’s an investment in your everyday life as well as your future. So, when you go to make a decision, you need to be sure you’re making the right one for the right reasons and setting yourself up for future success, rather than a headache later down the road.
Deciding on granite countertops is a big decision that will bring your kitchen to a new level.
If you have a vision for your new kitchen, selecting the right granite countertops will make all the difference. It’s a diverse stone that has almost limitless possibilities when it comes to customizing your design options. A design specialist from the countertop store you are working with would be more than happy to help.
They can provide you with insight into the quality and function of the countertop solution as well as the overall look you are going for. Since there is a lot more to consider even after deciding on the material that can really up the possibilities of your kitchen, a trained eye and design experience will steer you in the right direction.
Below are some things to consider and questions to answer about your kitchen and granite countertops.
Anchor Color
While your kitchen may be home to many colors and tones, you need one central color to act as the anchor or peg for the others. When it comes to granite you can do this by picking a color or tone that matches an already dominant color in your kitchen (perhaps along the cabinets or on the wall) or you can accent the granite off this main color by choosing one that has veins of color rather than a dominant color. For example, if your cabinets are white, you can select a granite with white veins or you can select a white granite with other accents.
Light or Dark Accents
Sometimes it’s not so much about the color but the shade and tone. If you have a bright color scheme already going in your home, you may want to select a darker granite to balance it out or a lighter granite to match and find dark accents elsewhere. Dark toned granite adds drama and a modern splash in many kitchens while a light granite option is great for kitchens that don’t have a dominant source of natural light.
Patterns
Apart from color and shade, granite also boasts a number of unique patterns in its complex makeup. If you have a kitchen already filled with busy patterns, a muted and solid granite might be the way to go. If you have a kitchen that is currently patternless, a richly veined granite could bring a natural pattern into the space. Take a look at the patterns and angles in your kitchen and figure out how your granite can complement that.
Related Questions
Is black granite a good default if I can’t make a decision?
While it is tempting just to go for black and call it quits, black granite is not going to work everywhere. In smaller kitchens black granite can make it feel smaller still. In kitchens without an abundance of natural light, black granite can give the impression of darkness in the room.
Are there other colors besides white and black granite?
Granite has plenty of shades between black and white to play with. One unique and rare shade is red granite which can add a bold stroke to your kitchen. But be warned, red tends to dominate wherever it is placed so be strategic with it. Hues of brown, beige and tan are beautiful neutrals that go with any kitchen and there is also bold blues that really make a statement for a specific look and feel.
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