Do you like your Viscont White granite counters?
Like so many others, I lust over Calcutta gold marble but budget simply won't allow that as an option :( We're looking at granites and of course, nothing is really close to the marble. The only thing I saw that I didn't hate was called Viscont White.
Does anyone out there have this in their kitchen? Are you happy with it? We chose brushed black pearl for the perimeter counters (white shaker cabs) and want the 'marble' look for the island (espresso shaker cabs).
Would love to see your pics, too. Anyone else with marble-envy please feel free to chime in ;)
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pattyelder
5 years ago
Kelly Rummins
5 years agoThis thread inspired me 3 yrs ago and I posted an early install pic. Here is a 3yr later pic. Still loving it. Love how the pattern runs down the waterfall.
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karin_mt
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sabrinatx
5 years agolast modified: 5 years agoOurs finally got installed! I’m loving it!!! It’s been raining here a lot. I’m hoping all those dark spots will go away when the slab dries.
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5 years agoWe really love our viscount white counters. We installed the in the kitchen and 2 baths.
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5 years agoThis our half bath. It was a pedestal sink before. All granite was from two slabs.
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5 years agoThe island really stands out with the large dark spot. Our only regret is not doing a full height backsplash with the granite along the stove wall. Otherwise, we are really happy with the look.
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5 years agolast modified: 5 years agoEmlen House
5 years agoViscon White looks great with off-white or cream and with darker colors. The darker colors like expresso and even brown provide a warm yet chic contrast. The is versatile, its paired with off-white cabinets and a black island in the same kitchen.
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5 years agoMore pics honed, we've had them for 2 years, love them! They have a nice soft look, second pic is below the window with daylight hitting it. I'm so glad I had them honed.
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5 years agoWork in progress. IMO the viscon white is perfect for waterfall edges due to the natural movement.
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