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Matching quartz countertops?

10 years ago

There has GOT to be a nice quartz to go with new shaker gray cabinets and our existing (ugly) tile floors. Any advice would be appreciated!


The quartz piece pictured is Cambria Torquay.

Comments (22)

  • 10 years ago

    Is that quartz a Cambria Torquay? That has some tan/beige in it and it would go with gray cabinets and the floor

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  • 10 years ago

    It is Cambria Torquay, yes. The picture makes it appear beige, but it's definitely white!

  • 10 years ago

    More photos of cabinet color with floors and Cambria Torquay. Other quartz suggestions would be awesome! :) Thanks!



  • 10 years ago

    Maybe try Caesarstone Bianco Drift?

  • 10 years ago

    I have the torquay installed in the basement in the bar area. It has some beige in it, but it can go with gray and creams very well. Since you have both, I think it will go well.

  • 10 years ago

    Hi---

    Nice cabs.

    Check out Riverbed by Silestone. If your heart is set on a light countertop the two lighter options below might work better than the Cambria Torquay.

    Good Luck!

    Silestone · More Info

    Arctic · More Info

    Blanco Maple | Silestone USA · More Info

  • PRO
    10 years ago
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    None of the above. The floor dictates far more warmth and simplicity. I'd even consider a soft white shaker cabinet. And a warmer/plainer counter top as well, no matter the cabinet color. Grays and beige can be lovely......keep it simple, the flooring is busy.

    http://www.dupont.com/products-and-services/construction-materials/surface-design-materials/brands/zodiaq-quartz-surfaces/products/zodiaq-all-colors/sub-products/papyrus.html

  • 10 years ago
    Soapstone or Soapstone like Quartz
  • 10 years ago
    A warm tan...Silestone Caramel Rhine or butcher block
  • 10 years ago
    last modified: 10 years ago

    Cambria Winchester, Berwyn or New Quay
    LG Viatera Minuet or White Pearl
    Pental Serra, Safari or maybe Tobacco? You might also like Statuaria in the Pental. It is lovely with some brown tones, but it is more expensive than everything else I've listed.

    Beige and gray are lovely together. Let us know what you decide. :)

  • PRO
    10 years ago

    Hello vbsp1kr,

    We'd be happy to offer some design suggestions. We love the color you have selected for your cabinets and would be happy to offer some countertop suggestions. Have you considered Cambria Fairbourne?

    The lighter honey tones might really pull together the varying colors of your floor tile. To order samples of this design, please visit our online store. All samples are complimentary, we simpy ask that our guests cover the shipping and handling. Thanks, and hope this helps with your design project.

  • PRO
    10 years ago

    There is a color called Vortium from Zodiaq. Check that out! It compliments nicely with warms and grays. Best wishes with your project!

  • 10 years ago
    Thank you all for the comments and advice! I'll be checking out more slabs tomorrow(Berwyn in particular) but we are considering ripping up the tile and laying down hardwood to match what's in the living room and hallway. I believe they're cherry wood, which would also be warm, but also much more attractive. Considering this change, I am still attracted to Torquay. Thoughts?
  • 10 years ago
    Cabinet and Cambria slab.
  • 10 years ago

    I love the combination of the cabinet with the counter! As for the floor, I like cherry, We have Tiete rosewood, which is a deep salmon color,so close to what you have..In the basement we installed Coretec black walnut, walnut cabinets and torquay counter..Still have to find tile for backsplash

  • PRO
    10 years ago

    Hello vbsp1kr,

    What a pretty idea to install deep cherry hardwood in the kithchen in place of your existing tile. We think the warm tones of the wood floors would contrast well with the dove grey cabinets and a lighter cabinet such as Torquay. In addition to Berwyn, you could also consider Ella for a light countertop option. Either way, we think you will be pleased with your choices, and wish you the best of luck with your remodeling project.

  • 10 years ago

    Update - it looks like the retailer doesn't carry our wood floors anymore. So, looking for alternatives, I was playing around with Paint today. What if I were to lighten the grout in the tile?

    The picture captures Cambria Torquay alongside our gray cabinets. I left one grout line dark to see the difference.


    P.S. I will remove the mats, for sure.


    Waste of time going down this road?

  • 10 years ago
    hmmm, if you considered ripping out floor for hardwood, maybe pick a tile that goes with cabinets and counter?
  • 10 years ago

    Thanks for the comment, Jennifer. Any ideas? I'd gladly replace the tile with hardwood, but the company doesn't make the 3/8" thickness anymore. Only 1/2". Feeling defeated...

  • 10 years ago

    Don't feel defeated. :o) You found a counter you love, and believe me, that is the hardest part. (BTW, I love the Torquay). If you don't love the tile, I say remove it, so you don't regret leaving it when you look at your beautiful new kitchen. Good luck!!

  • 10 years ago

    No, no. Just a bump in the road. Take a small break to let your mind rest and recharge. :) I do agree that you definitely should not work around a tile floor you think is ugly. New tile, different brand wood flooring, different underlayment, the answer is out there but your current tile is not it. Forward!