Classic Granite and Marble: The Best Countertop Ideas

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When it comes to a timeless and elegant interior design, you can’t go wrong with classic granite and marble countertops. A staple of kitchens for decades, granite and marble remain the top choices among countertop options due to their alluring beauty, versatility, and hardwearing surface.

Marble countertops and granite countertops combine natural beauty with the long-lasting properties of natural stone. One of the most appealing benefits of classic marble and granite countertops is their durability and timeless quality.

If you’re seeking granite and marble near me, keep reading for online shopping options. Add a touch of sophistication to your home with our Fairfax marble and granite countertops. Here are our top classic granite and marble countertop kitchen ideas:

 

Marble Countertops

 

1. Crystal White Marble Countertop

Calacatta Covelano Polished  Marble Slab Random

Calacatta Covelano Polished Marble Slab
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Calacatta Belgia Polished  Marble Slab Random

Calacatta Belgia Polished Marble Slab
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Avalon Polished  Marble Slab Random

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Calacatta Blanche Polished  Marble Slab Random

Calacatta Blanche Polished Marble Slab
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We begin with the ultimate classic marble countertop. This honed white marble countertop offers a contemporary upgrade on a traditional design. Note how it is contrasted with a black marble countertop on the opposite counter for a contrasting, unique look.

 

2. Bold Black & White Marble Countertop

 

veined marble countertop

 

Negro Marquina Supreme Polished  Marble Slab Random

Negro Marquina Supreme Polished Marble Slab
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Negro Marquina Polished  Marble Slab Random

Negro Marquina Polished Marble Slab
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Carrara Vagli Honed  Marble Slab Random

Carrara Vagli Honed Marble Slab
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Orca Polished  Marble Slab Random

Orca Polished Marble Slab
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Showcase the natural beauty of marble with this bold black and white marble countertop design. Whether it be daring streaks of black veins on a white background or white veining on a black background, this design is certainly striking and eye-catching. Make your kitchen a standout with this marble countertop idea.

 

3. Muted Gray Marble Countertop

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Silver Shadow Polished Marble Slab
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Calacatta Arni Polished Marble Slab
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Skyline Polished  Marble Slab Random

Skyline Polished Marble Slab
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Bianco Lasa Vena Polished  Marble Slab Random

Bianco Lasa Vena Polished Marble Slab
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Bianco Lasa Vena Polished Marble Slab
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For something more muted, consider going for a light gray marble countertop. This soothing countertop option works well with a variety of interior color schemes and designs. Pair with white walls for a minimalist look or utilize it as a muted element to balance out a more vibrant interior design. For more options, browse our collection of calacatta marble countertops.

 

4. Deep Black Marble Countertop

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Zanzibar Polished Marble Slab
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Pietra Gray Polished  Marble Slab Random

Pietra Gray Polished Marble Slab
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Anatomy Polished  Marble Slab Random

Anatomy Polished Marble Slab
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Mystery Brown Polished  Marble Slab Random

Mystery Brown Polished Marble Slab
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A classic granite and marble kitchen countertop option is a sophisticated black marble countertop. An ideal way of adding a modern element to your kitchen design, black marble countertops manage to tie the room together while standing out at the same time.

 

5. Green Marble Countertop

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Verde Alpi Polished Marble Slab
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Verde Speranza Polished  Marble Slab Random

Verde Speranza Polished Marble Slab
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Arcadia Polished  Marble Slab Random

Arcadia Polished Marble Slab
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Alga Green Polished  Marble Slab Random

Alga Green Polished Marble Slab
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If you’re seeking a unique twist on a classic marble countertop design, then green marble countertops are a great option. We love the striking shades of natural green countertops. A great fit for organic modern designs, they add a vibrancy to kitchens. Ready to enhance your space with marble countertops near me? Discover our locally curated selections for a touch of refinement.

 

Granite Countertops

 

1. Dark Gray Granite Countertop

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Lennon Polished  Granite Slab Random

Lennon Polished Granite Slab
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Juparana Cascadura Polished  Granite Slab Random

Juparana Cascadura Polished Granite Slab
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Riviera Gray Honed  Granite Slab Random

Riviera Gray Honed Granite Slab
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Riviera Gray Honed Granite Slab
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Gray granite countertops are certainly a classic for good reason. One of the most popular types of granite countertops, they have an elegantly understated design that goes well with white cabinets and cool-toned interior design color schemes.

 

2. Veined White Granite Countertop

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River White Polished Granite Slab
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Glacier White Polished  Granite Slab Random

Glacier White Polished Granite Slab
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This veined white granite countertop design is simply stunning. The best part of this countertop design is its versatility — with a range of colors and options to choose from, the choice is yours.

 

3. Veined Multicolor Granite Countertop

Illusion Polished  Granite Slab Random

Illusion Polished Granite Slab
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Capolovora Textured  Granite Slab Random

Capolovora Textured Granite Slab
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Fusion Polished  Granite Slab Random

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There’s something so beautiful about the muted tones that occur naturally in granite. Just take the granite countertop shown above, for example. The mineral deposits create stunningly rich patterns that have a range of different hues. If you’re seeking to add an organic standout element to your kitchen, consider going for a bold granite countertop.

 

4. Warm-toned Multicolor Granite Countertop

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Sensation Polished Granite Slab
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Copper Dune Polished  Granite Slab Random

Copper Dune Polished Granite Slab
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Vitoria Regia Polished  Granite Slab Random

Vitoria Regia Polished Granite Slab
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Dimond Fall Polished  Granite Slab Random

Dimond Fall Polished Granite Slab
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Dimond Fall Polished Granite Slab
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Be amazed by the incredible range of colors that naturally occur in granite countertops. The classic granite countertop pictured above has a rainbow of stunning earth-toned hues that work beautifully with hardwood floors and modern traditional design trends.

 

5. Rustic Brown Granite Countertop

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Moonrock Lether Textured Granite Slab
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Brown Lapiz Brushed  Granite Slab Random

Brown Lapiz Brushed Granite Slab
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Brown Chocolate Brushed Granite Slab
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Capolovora Polished  Granite Slab Random

Capolovora Polished Granite Slab
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Capolovora Polished Granite Slab
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Going for a brown granite countertop is a great way of adding an element of warmth to your kitchen. Consider a deep earthy brown granite countertop like the one pictured above or choose something lighter with a sandy-toned granite slab.

 

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Shop Marble Systems’ entire collections of marble countertops and granite countertops online today. To find marble and granite near me, utilize our nearest showroom locator to find Marble Systems in your area.

For more information, check out our blog post on Quartz vs Granite or browse our marble kitchen floor ideas.

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