A black granite countertop goes great with white cabinetry. It's a classic look that's unlikely to fall by the wayside anytime soon. Black granite with black cabinets may be a bit much, but depending on lighting in your kitchen the look could work. That's why it pays to look at granite samples at different times of day to see how changes in lighting can affect your kitchen's style.

At the same time, a white kitchen countertop can actually work well with white cabinets too. This is a sleek look that is also unlikely to age poorly. White granite also shows the material's versatility. Granite of the same color can contain different shades of specks and grain. White granite with dark grain or specks, when combined with white or black cabinets, can create a bolder look that helps your kitchen stand out for the right reasons. White granite countertops with different color grains can also match different types of cabinetry and flooring. It's a versatile shade.

Green granite can bring a warm or earthy feel to any kitchen. It goes well with lighter colors, so if you have cabinets that are cream colored or white a green granite countertop could give your kitchen the right amount of pop without being overwhelming. A darker green could also go well with dark brown cabinets and a more neutral floor color.

This is another versatile granite color that can offer many different kinds of patterns and various grain colors to choose from. Gray granite countertops go great with medium-brown cabinets and lighter floor colors, and generally won't create too many glaring contrasts.

Beige granite counters can go well with maple cabinets and different shades of brown. Because of its neutrality, beige granite can also go well with kitchen floors that are darker or have more complex patterns. A beige counter is unlikely to clash with any of your other design choices and might be able to work with bolder floor designs that other granite countertop colors just don't compliment.

Golden marble can also offer a variety of grain colors and shades to choose from. A golden granite countertop can go well with darker colors. If you have a darker floor or cabinets in mahogany, some gold granite will contrast nicely.

Whether you're going for an old school look or a modern feel, a bold statement or a laid back style, Builders Warehouse can help you design the kitchen of your dreams. Talk to our experts about our granite countertop options today and get started on that stylish new kitchen design!