Marble or Granite? You Decide.

February 1, 2010 by eralls  
Filed under Design Ideas

When selecting natural stone surfaces for your next project, one of the most important things to keep in mind is the style of the room in which the stone will take center stage. Today we bring you some visuals as we explore the difference between granite or marble applications.

Calcutta Gold. Photo by Erica George Dines.

Calcutta Gold Marble Countertops complement the bright-white space. Photo by Erica George Dines.

"Tiles in the shower are cut from the same Alabama white marble used for the bathroom countertops; their large size and brick-pattern layout demonstrate a clever way to bring in a different texture without introducing a new material." Photo by Lance Davies.

"Tiles in the shower are cut from the same Alabama white marble used for the bathroom countertops; their large size and brick-pattern layout demonstrate a clever way to bring in a different texture without introducing a new material." Photo by Lance Davies.

Marble in the Powder Room

Marble adds a show-stopping touch in a hallway powder room. Photo by Erica George Dines.

And now, let’s take into consideration some beautiful uses of granite!

Flamed black granite countertops provide hard-working, easy-care surfaces in the kitchen. Their dark hue anchors the pale blue color of the cabinetry. Photo by Erica George Dines.

Flamed black granite countertops provide hard-working, easy-care surfaces in the kitchen. Their dark hue anchors the pale blue color of the cabinetry. Photo by Erica George Dines.

Hard-working granite countertops were chosen for on a working kitchen island. Photo by Erica George Dines.

Hard-working granite countertops were chosen for on a working kitchen island. Photo by Erica George Dines.

Granite countertops lend this sleek, dark and modern kitchen a classic feel.

Granite countertops lend this sleek, dark and modern kitchen a classic feel.

Which will you choose for your next project?