Colourful cabinets are one of the more popular kitchen design trends of 2025, but what about your stone countertops? Should they remain the neutral colours you’re accustomed to? Or, should they be as bright as the colourful cabinets you have possibly selected? Choosing the right colours for your stone countertops can be simple with these 4 considerations.
Style of Kitchen
Everyone should be able to enjoy a kitchen that brings them a sense of warmth and homeliness. The main goal should be for the space to properly portray your unique style. It doesn’t matter if you’ve been partial to one type of decor for many years and would now like to go the opposite route; the time for change is now!
To determine which style is best for you, consider whether you prefer a bolder or a more classic look. Recognizing whether a style matches your preferences just from reading about each option isn’t ideal. We recommend looking at visual representations of various styles to see what pops out at you the most. You may be surprised by what your eyes are drawn to versus what you pictured in your mind.
Colour Scheme
Now that you have a style you wish to achieve, it’s time to choose the room’s colour scheme. This is when choosing the right colours for your stone countertops meets selecting the right colours for your cabinets.
If you choose to have dark cabinets, opt for lighter countertops. This is one of the most popular kitchen design choices for a modern look as it brings attention to the countertops. Light cabinets can also make the area feel more open and airy. The goal is to create a balanced combination of light and dark to create a bright and dramatic space in all the right places.
If the plan is to have paler walls, tiles, and/or cabinets, then dark countertops will make the other components of the room pop. Pairing dark countertops with paler cabinets creates a contrast that can work in many kitchen styles. Dark countertops in general add the element of depth to the space. For example, pairing white cabinets with black granite countertops provides a sleek look.
Of course, the budget available may be a factor in which projects are completed at the same time. It’s not always possible to do an entire renovation; work with what you have! Look at the existing colours in your kitchen and select countertops that complement them.
Countertop Colour Trends
To give the space a modern touch in 2025, solid white or grey countertops are the most popular option. Meanwhile, warmer colours offer a rustic charm. If you desire a more traditional aesthetic, you can never go wrong with the classic wide-veined marble quartz. However, if this is the year to be bold, a colourful granite or quartzite option can be better suited for this style.
Lighting
An often overlooked factor is the amount of light available in the room. If the space is already well-lit, darker stone can make the space feel even larger. This is due to how it is contrasted with the rest of the room.
At the same time, light-coloured surfaces will reflect any natural light, helping to brighten the area. This helps to create a warmer and more inviting ambience. In smaller rooms or areas with limited natural lighting, speckled stone, and light colours will help to attract more light into the area.
Durability
Regardless of colour scheme and countertops chosen, there will still be pros and cons for each. For example, light granite options are great for high-traffic areas like kitchens. It is also quite fade-resistant and due to low porosity, it has a lower risk of staining.
Dark granite on the other hand hides imperfections better than the lighter options. For this reason, it is a popular choice for both indoor and outdoor instalments as it is quite resilient and has thermal stability.
Professional Guidance To Choose The Right Colour For Your Stone Countertops
If you’ve weighed all these factors but are still unsure which colour stone countertop would be the perfect fit for your home, contact Granstone! We will keep your preferences in mind while looking at all the smaller details you may not have considered to help you choose the perfect countertop. Call us today at (613) 733-0391 or contact us online for more information.