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Help me pick new counter top!

3 years ago

I hate my current countertop and am looking to get new installed. I do not want to paint or replace my cabinets but feel they really make it hard to decide on a color. Was hoping for something quite dark but that’s not an option. What do you think of off white or gray with my cabinets?

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megs1030

3 years ago

Of the two you posted, I prefer the off-white. Definitely not the gray. Why isn't black an option? I think I would like that best.

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antmaril
3 years ago
Definitely not the gray.
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Louise Smith
3 years ago
The cool tones of the grey fight with the warm tones of your cabinets.
ShadyWillowFarm
3 years ago
I love the idea of gray, but one that is a bit quieter than the sample you posted. Your cabinets are busy, so go for calm and quiet. What about a backsplash?
Barbara Adams
Original Author
3 years ago
Do any of you know if there’s a way to visualize what my kitchen will look like with Corian? They have so many color options but there’s no way for me to actually see what the whole thing would look like.
eam44
3 years ago
last modified: 3 years ago
“What do you think of off white or gray with my cabinets?”

Hi Barbara, I don’t think that particular gray is a good idea. May we please see images of the entire space that include your floor? Do you have any inspiration images you can share with us? They can be incredibly helpful. Just google images of kitchens with oak cabinets and show us a few that you like. Here are a few I’ve found.
jhmarie
3 years ago
This is my wood kitchens idea book with both new and older, refreshed kitchens. This might help you visualize different counters:)

https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/75202366/list/wood-kitchens
eld6161
3 years ago
No to gray. It will not play nice with YOUR particular cabinets.

One if the inspiration pictures looks like quarter sewn oak and somehow it kind of works in that situation.

Since you are keeping your cabinets, how about Uba Tuba? It is a very dark green and not an expensive granite.

You can also look at Giallo Ornament in the dark version.
eld6161
3 years ago
Not many fabricators do Corian now a days. I for one do still like it. Corian also makes quartz.
Barbara Adams
Original Author
3 years ago
I don’t have an actual sample, but what do you think of the color Deep Space? Black with specks of dark brown and tans.
Barbara Adams
Original Author
3 years ago
Just wanted to post an update: finally got the countertop installed! Decided to go with the gray, which doesn’t look too cold with the warm cabinets. And our car approves!

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