A solid quartz would be nice but I also think soapstone would be beautiful

I love the look of soapstone as well but quartz will hold up better.

On a side note, what are the dimensions of your island? My new kitchen is laid out exactly like yours but we can't decide on the size or exact placement of the island because of the proximity to the pantry, oven, sink and fridge.

Thank you. I was hoping to get some input on the color of the Quartz I should choose. What about a dark gray?

@mamabear I like the layout of your kitchen. The top will be 6ft by 4ft.

I would do a white quartz. Otherwise you would be introducing yet another color (4th) into the kitchen and you run the risk of it looking very hodgepodgey. Alternatively, you could also match the butcher block on the rest of the counters to tie things together.

I think it would look great!

I think a grey would be nice just bring home a couple of samples so it's not too warm or too cool.

Thanks! I like the dark gray idea too. We are going black granite with a leathered finish for ours. What is the distance between your counter top edge to the top edge of your island? Or in other words, how much room do you have around your island? Does it feel tight to you when accessing your fridge? Since you live in the space already, perhaps you would give me some advice on my thread??? PLEASE??? https://www.houzz.com/discussions/is-4-ft-6-inches-enough-room-for-heavy-foot-traffic-dsvw-vd~1239644

Probably grey since the counters are light. I have the outer counter in granite and my island in white quartz and love them both.

What a fab homely
Kitchen you have ..
I could imagine being sat at the table
Having a good natter with friends
All the best parties
End up in the kitchen ...


Grey would look good ..go for it
Good luck

That sounds like a great idea and you've done well on your kitchen. :) It looks good.!

I love your butcher block counter tops. How thick are they and what type of wood and stain (color)did you use? I'm considering new butcher block countertops out of walnut and putting a darker walnut stain on them. Looks so warm in your kitchen and paired with your farmhouse sink...very nice.