If you're going with two-toned cabinets, stick with one countertop.

I put it two different counter tops and have regretted it from day 1. However, they are very different. If the marble looking surface has a white background and grey veining, it will probably work nicely with Silestone, if that is solid grey or white. But since your cabinets are different colors, I would use one counter top.

I would also use just the mysterio. Espresso is often more brown than black and I don't care for gray with brown so I would not put cemento on the island.

I do not think having a look like the above kitchens would hurt the potential sale of you home. The problem comes when coordinating the colors is done poorly. There are now two different color cabinets and two different countertops to get right - so more potential for a mismatch.

Coordinating the colors sure can be challenging, but there is no questioning how great it can look when done right. It is safer however to continue the same countertops throughout if you are having and doubt.

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i did dark on dark and lighter on light, two years ago, havent regretted it for a moment. if the realtor thought there was a problem at sale (no intention to sell for another 15 years) i could always redo the island.

the joy of home ownership is you can do what you like. one eye on resale, but not both eyes.

We used quartz for the countertops and butcher block for the island in our vacation home. Love it! As with everything else, choosing the right materials is key.

I love your choices! If I could get a new fridge, I'd buy counter depth. But my kids are grown.

I would love to see your finished project! Did you end up with Cemento or something different entirely?

I would definitely suggest one countertop; you want the space to feel harmonious and using the same material on the two different cabinet colours will help to unify.