Since you have such a narrow base that the granite is sitting on, I'd definitely add support. If someone decided to sit on it or a child tries to swing from the ledge it could definitely break. Of course its strength depends on the type of granite you have. Corbels don't have to be huge and bulky if you don't like that look. The best prices I've found are online. My granite overhangs a little over 12 inches and the corbels are 27" apart. The amount of granite that overhangs the corbels is around 3".

I am a huge fan of virginia mist. Bbbbbuuuuuuuttttttttt I have to agree with Desertsteph. You don't want to be stuck in a sea of grey, black and more grey. And you are very lucky to have black as your cabinet color. Most granite will work. Granite is rock and most rocks have some gray or black in them. Go for an exotic color or someting lighter with a touch or tiny speck of gray/black and it will work wonderfully. Here are some ideas to think about. And for those who voted Virginia Jet Mist. I love you all as I love Jet mist with a passion. Lets give Nilgris some things to consider before rushing to Jet mist. Because truthfully all would go with her elements. ~boxer This is from Weidiii's Kitchen. A garden webber with beautiful taste! casadiseno (not sure the granite here but it is lovely) Atlantis Granite From AKBCD Granite not sure the specific type Chicago home Magazine Remodeling Center Home 20 Granite Apollo storm, yes it might be pricey but see if there is a small piece. Colonial cream. Yellow river, they also have one called white river more white Cooking Lite magazine This gray works on the counter but the floors are wood. Decor pad. I know this is a HUGE kitchen but lets look at the lovely white. I hope I dod not offend anyone but this is a sea of gray and black. Not a fan. K4 on Office Genuine Style Dark Cabinets This Old House Here is a link that might be useful: Garden Web: Black cabinets in small kitchen?

Did it come with this non shiny spot or did you do something to it? Did you happen to spill something on it or scrub it with something to make it not shiny? A photo and a little more info would be helpful.

Hi Ken! I digress. I have Cambria Bellingham and I love it. Quartz is an awesome counter top. Is your heart set on granite? When you looked at pictures and found a granite that took your breath away, what was the granite that was used?