Van Gogh granite?

12 years ago

Anyone ever see it in person or have it? Cost? Pix?

Is it also called blue Louise?

Lots of variations...

I think my second picture is actually quartzite....Azul macauba?

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Patricia Colwell Consulting

12 years ago

I did exactly that for a client with Blue Bahia for the island and honed black slate for the rest of the counters in a white kitchen it is spectacular. Just be careful you don't start adding too many other things to focus on then it looks tacky., simple lighting no decor above the cabinets not much sitting on the counters all those things don't work if you use this.

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Rebecca Mitchell Interiors
12 years ago
It's pretty spectacular - no I have never seen it. Where are you considering putting it? I see the Van Gogh in a bathroom or commercial space and not so much in a residential kitchen.
beachlily
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12 years ago
I thought maybe In kitchen island....outside counters would then be white quartz. Too much?? Maybe a lesser colored slab?
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Rebecca Mitchell Interiors
12 years ago
What colour is the cabinetry? How big is the island? Can you pull off such an unusual palette in the space? What style are you going for? These are all the questions I would ask myself before committing to this granite.
laurakdesigns
12 years ago
It's like a work of art! Beautiful. I think you plan sound great!
jergens1211
12 years ago
I'm jealous,,that looks amazing
User
12 years ago
Love it for an island in a white kitchen!
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Rebecca Mitchell Interiors
12 years ago
Patricia - would love to see photos of your project. Please post.
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Brickwood Builders, Inc.
12 years ago
We know it as Louise Blue and it is absolutely spectacular in person. It is the most expensive granite that is available here in our area. I think it would be beautiful in a small quantity but would not use it in large amounts. Have seen it used to top a table or in a powder room. If you use it, post pictures. Most folks we deal with cannot begin to afford it.
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User
12 years ago
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Be sure that your budget can stand it as well as the room. I've seen premium slabs with a lot of movement command $400 a square before fabrication. It's a truly luxury material. It's also rather prone to etching, so be careful if you do choose it.
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beachlily
Original Author
12 years ago
Mmmm probably ( no definitely) can't afford it:(. Oh well, a. Girl can dream!
cabingirl13
12 years ago
That is a fabulous color of granite! I can see it used in a small application such as an island or bar or vanity top.
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Cynthia Taylor-Luce
12 years ago
Wow! thanks for sharing this. I think it would be a beautiful feature in a powder room but would be cautious using it on a larger scale (even if it were less expensive).
oopscoder
8 years ago
My husband texted me a pic of the dinner he cooked while out of town. The dinner looks lovely, but all I could think about was how spectacular the Van Gogh counter looks. It was the most expensive part of the kitchen remodel and it drove the design.
H D
8 years ago
I would love to see pictures of the whole counter, it is gorgeous!
oopscoder
8 years ago
last modified: 8 years ago

Hi HD -

Here are a few shots.
oopscoder
8 years ago
A few more pics. Basically, we did one continuous counter. The cabinets look more green than they are. It varies during the day from more blue tones to blue-green.
Lois Huneycutt
8 years ago
That is utterly beautiful.
H D
8 years ago
last modified: 8 years ago
That granite is drop dead gorgeous. Thanks for sharing the photos.
Beth H. :
8 years ago
i have heard of it but have never seen it used. beautiful stone and countertop. that garden window you have is a perfect set up. you should do some african violets and orchids there.
oopscoder
8 years ago
Hi Beth - In the fall, winter and spring, I do all hydroponic herbs in those mason jars. Unfortunately in the summer, I seem to lose interest in my indoor plants while growing everything outdoors, so I just emptied the jars to start over next month.
micheletx
8 years ago
Sue, I'm a granite lover and your is beyond gorgeous. I first saw Van Gogh granite in a shop in Fredericksburg, Tx. http://www.granite-iron.com They had a console table made with it. I fell in love with it.

Your counters are spectacular. They truly look like art. Your tile mural is perfect with the counter. The kitchen is a showstopper.
Beth H. :
8 years ago
really? love to see how you do the mason jar herbs. and I hear ya,,,,if I showed you the shelf in my shower with my plants you'd die. it is a lot of work.
oopscoder
8 years ago
Hi Beth - I bought the kits from ModSprout. The herbs were wonderful until I stopped adding water :)
micheletx
8 years ago
Sue, orchids would do well in your window, especially if you get morning sun. Like Beth, I have a lot of plants. This is my bathroom with orchids. Orchids are really pretty easy to grow. I water these once a week.
oopscoder
8 years ago
Love it Michele! Love the windows you have and the placement.
lindacottonwood
8 years ago
suelawis, Love , Love your kitchen. That counter top is on my wish list for our upcoming build. Thanks for sharing.
Sharon Perkins
7 years ago
I seriously love mine. it.