(going for the record) another granite visit

18 years ago

Ok I am now at the point where I have lost track of the number of visits I have made for granite.

I know it is 6 places, but have lost count of the visits.

I am so torn (obviously) and feel that honestly quite a few could have been or would be wonderful but just cannot decide.

I have also found that the last 2 yards I looked at were really outside in full sun, and while it does help see colors, it is not too good for taking photos or comparing one that was inside and one thta was outside.

I don't want boring, but I dont want superbold either. I would like a little touch of interest or boldness but not much. And, I do like a lot of light background showing through.

Yesterday I saw what they call Giallo but it was more varied (much less uniform than what I have seen and I like less uniform). I thought it looked really good with my door and floor, but now I look at the photo I took and think it does not. But it was in full sun, and for the next few days, sunny is the prediction.

{{!gwi}}

Still thinking about the golden river (which I now realize is NOT yellow river)taken inside...

and and and.I am (almost ) embarrassed to go back and look more.

Still thinking about white springs, juperana persa (which seemed too bold and grayish but lovely)...

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Original Author
18 years ago
And let me add my usual disclaimer that I apologize for the size of the photos; I am just thrilled to be able to post a photo!!
bluekitobsessed
18 years ago
Sorry, I already have the record (unless igloochic beat it recently)! I went to 12 plus yards, at least 3 times each at 3 separate yards for the serious contenders, with 3 separate friends in tow. Granite is one of the most noticeable parts of a kitchen, it's pricey, and it's worth taking the time to do it right. So keep searching until you find the stone that speaks to you.

It's probably just the lighting, but I'm not fond of #1.

Good luck and post pix of the winner when you find it (you will find it)!
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parma42
18 years ago
Well, I'm biased having Golden River myself. We love it, but have it with darker maple cabs.
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Original Author
18 years ago
Bluekit- you make me feel better (although I feel like I am closing in on your record)) and I do appreciate the honesty. That is what is so confusing, that in person it looked good... and then I look at the photo and think what WAS I thinking?!
I have had that happen with a few, when I went back to look at them (after having slept on it) .. they just weren't right. I am getting so discouraged.... do I dare venture out again today? I keep taking breaks thinking that will help me start anew and refreshed but no go.
Another complication is that I am doing it for us, but with the down the road resale in mind.
Danahills
18 years ago
A few months ago I installed Jungle Green granite in my kitchen. It is pale sage green with brown and copper tones movement. It is not very busy but looks great. There are some places in the granite that are actually plain with no movement and no salt/pepper look. It goes very well with my oak cabinets and my dark copper backsplash. I love it. Most people think it is marble, not granite.
neesie
18 years ago
I hate the digital photos that I took of my granite slab! I wanted to post on the thread where people were naming their granite but I was embarrased to show the washed out thing! Mine is called Sunny Flower and I have never heard it mentioned on the Kitchen Forum.