Granite continues to be one of the most popular choices for homeowners when it comes to crafting their kitchen and bath countertops – and for good reason. It’s down to earth and not pretentious in any way, yet it lends a certain air of sophistication and elegance to any space. Not only is it durable and versatile, it’s not as prone to staining and etching as other materials like marble.

This is why granite is still a top choice for communal spaces that get a lot of traffic, mainly the kitchen and bathroom.

Let’s take a look at the latest granite trends and the best colors for 2021.

Neutral Tones

The trend of all-white kitchens from a few years ago is being replaced by warmer tones of gold, copper or brown. Homeowners are still doing the white-on-white but they’re expanding their neutral repertoire to include tones of beige and off-white. Neutral tones don’t go out of style as quickly, plus you can dress them up with pops of color from backsplashes, wall paint or light fixtures.

It’s no secret that light countertops make your kitchen look brighter and cleaner, which is why more and more people are gravitating towards white, cream, or light blue and gray granite counters for an understated yet unique look.

Honed and Matte Finishes

Honed granite gives more of a matte look featuring a lower sheen, perfect for those who want to steer clear of the traditional glossy look of polished granite. With a matte finish, you get a softer, more natural look while keeping that depth of character that you’re going for with this choice in natural stone. You can even add color enhancers to honed stone to get even more richness. Choose from satin, velvet diamond, and smooth finishes.

Veining and Patterns of Granite

Yes, pure white granite kitchen countertops are still pretty popular, but more people are gravitating to slabs that have more patterns and veins for more visual interest. The rich, natural patterns of granite countertops give a unique look to every surface. Whether you want dramatic or subdued, you can choose the exact extent of veining you want, even to the effect of mimicking marble.

Most Popular Granite Colors of 2021

• Black offers a bold, dramatic impact, offset perhaps by flecks of gold or white veining.
• Blue countertops lend a sense of calm to your kitchen and bath, harnessing the beautiful appeal of the ocean. You will find that the blues can vary quite a bit when it comes to color intensity and pattern, whether you’re going for deeply-saturated hues or more muted tones.  
• Gold complements both white and dark kitchens, particularly when you have black and green cabinets. If you are partial to warm tones such as yellow, cream, and brown, you can’t go wrong with gold granite.
• Brown countertops are versatile and rich, giving you a wide range of chocolates and cappuccinos, especially when offset by lighter stone sparkles.
• White on dark is the next trend, meaning white cupboards offset by darker granite countertop colors. White on white is still desired, but more homeowners are adding stones with more character and patterns to encourage more character.

Contact Granite Guy

If you would like to know more about your choices when it comes to granite colors for your countertops, call us for a free quote and to schedule a consultation. We would be happy to go over your options for granite in Boston MA. Visit our natural stone and engineered stone showroom in Southborough MA. Fabricators and installers of some of the finest granite in Masachusetts