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Original name:
Amarello Boreal
Other name(s) used:
Giallo Boreal, Amirillo Boreal, Juparana Boreal
Material:
granite
Internet ID:
11
Country of origin:
Brazil
Pattern:
Speckles
Colors:
Black, Brown, Gold
Application:
Kitchen, Bathroom, Fireplace, Floor, Outdoor
Comments:
Very consistent jet black stone with a light golden yellow speckled pattern.
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COMMENTS:

  • Marble.com - Kinga 12:37PM, Jan 3 2012 Cindy,
    I applaud your commitment to such a stunning and one-of-a-kind stone. However, my fear is the stone might be too over whelming for such a large space. To maximize the Altair without overpowering your room, I would recommend using it on the island, per your initial thought, paired with Absolute Black on the perimeter followed by a 4” Altair backsplash.  If you are really set on using Altair throughout, I would recommend breaking up the space with some of the black the stone has to offer. Since you are willing to wait a little longer to get the stone of your dreams, I would strongly recommend contacting the location nearest you to discuss reserving a slab or two based on your needs. Let me know what you think!
  • Marble.com - Derek 04:58PM, Dec 31 2011 Altair for the island to make it stand out as the centerpiece of your design, and a more consistent, almost solid colored stone for the perimeter is the way to go and a very appropriate design choice. For the perimeter, my recommendations are colors such as Black Pearl, Black Mist, Ubatuba Gold, ect. By the way, Altair is one of my favorite stones, the rich and deep golden veins are absolutely stunning! Good luck on the project and we wish you a Happy New Year.
  • Cindy 12:35AM, Dec 31 2011 Thank you for your input. I agree. I was thinking the same thing. I have waited two years to get my granite and I can not get the altair out of my head. Nothing else seems to appeal to me. I have the funding for a gold one stone but I am seriously considering waiting  another couple of months to get the altair through out the kitchen.
  • Marble.com - Kinga 04:00PM, Dec 30 2011 The Altair is a one-of-a-kind, completely unique stone that will take your breath away every time you look at it. My concern is that the Amarello Boreal is too busy for the Altair. I would recommend a solid color like Absolute Black or even Black Galaxy. Both of these stones would complement the stunning Altair without overwhelming the space.
  • Cindy 12:29AM, Dec 30 2011 We are scheduled for a measuring next week. My favorite stone is your Altair. Is it possible to have my island in the altair stone and the L shaped counter in a stone like amarello boreal? If this is a possibility what stone would you suggest for the L shaped counter with the Altair for the island.
  • Marble.com - Derek 06:58PM, Nov 3 2011 If the kitchen is a large, open space with plenty of natural light then I do not think the Amarello Boreal would be too dark or gloomy. It could be a perfect combination, make sure to look at the full slabs and bring samples home with you to see how it looks in your kitchen! Some other recommendations you may want to consider are Brown Alpine, Amazon Tiger, and Kosmus. As for backsplash, Kinga has wonderful glass tile suggestions. For a tumbled natural stone suggestion with glass inserts, take a look at a Mazia Beige travertine mosaic such as the one I've attached to my response. Good luck!
  • Marble.com - Kinga 05:25PM, Nov 1 2011 If you get lots of natural light, you can definitely go dark like Ubatuba or Green Gold. I probably would stay away from black granites because the space might start to feel too dark. The above pictured stone is also a beautiful choice for your space. A glass tile backsplash is a popular and trendy choice right now. You should pick your tile backsplash based on your granite choice. If you go dark on your countertop, consider going lighter on the backsplash to give your space balance. Check out Anatolia Bliss Spa Linear Mosaic and Anatolia Bliss Bamboo Linear Mosaic backsplash ideas. Let me know what you think!
  • Beachtwo 09:47PM, Oct 31 2011 I Have dark wood floors in the kitchen, new stainless appliances, and med color oak cabinets (not new).  I love the dark granite colors like black or brown and have a good light with several windows.  Currently I have the walls painted a mustard yellow & have accents of gold and red in customs windows toppers.  Do you think the black granite would be too dark with the dark floors if I keep the med color wood cabinets?  Or should I darken the cabinets?  How about glass tiles for backsplash?
  • Marble.com - Derek 05:29PM, Oct 12 2011 Another option could be Tropical Brown, it's very sharp and elegant. The key is to offset the cabinets nicely without making the design look too stark!
  • Marble.com - Kinga 06:09PM, Oct 11 2011 Take a look at Santa Cecilia Real, Bismark Brown and Giallo Fiorito http://www.marble.com/material.... The above pictured stone would also work well with your cabinets without making your kitchen feel too dark. Another great option is Butterfly Green and Coast Green http://www.marble.com/material.... Let me know what you think!
  • Svoffer1 04:54PM, Oct 11 2011 Help, I need a color to contrast with white cabinets in a kitchen that lets in very little light.  Black will be too dark and I'm afraid the lighter colors look washed out.
  • Tabitha 10:12AM, Apr 19 2011 REPLY TO EARLIER MESSAGE: I don't think my builder gave me option of Tropical Brown. My options are: - Santa Cecilia - Amarello Boreal - Venetial Gold - Tan brown Of those four, with a light beige tile, which would look the best?
    • All Granite and Marble 12:27PM, Apr 20 2011 Tabitha: I'm leaning towards the lighter choices out of the options that are available. Either Santa Cecilia or Venetian Gold. I just think the Amarello would be a little too dark for your set-up.
  • Tabitha 09:06AM, Apr 19 2011 I am having Dark mocha brown cabinets installed in my new home. The tile in the kitchen will be a simple, neutral beige. The tile will also be used as a backsplash. The granite color I was thinking of was amarello boreal, but I worried about it being too dark. What do you think?
    • All Granite and Marble 09:32AM, Apr 19 2011 Tabitha: May be a little too dark. Try Tropical Brown and let me know what you think.
  • Catherine Warren 03:22PM, Feb 4 2011 We are staining our cabinets Mahogany. What color granite would you suggest? We have stainless steel appliances.
    • All Granite and Marble 03:21PM, Feb 7 2011 Catherine Warren: For lighter colored granite choices, try Santa Cecilia, New Venetian Gold, Amba Gold, and Astoria. For darker choices, try Ubatuba, Butterfly Antique, and Tropical Brown.
  • Frank 11:53AM, Jan 15 2011 I have light maple cabinets can you tell me if this is a good selection
    • All Granite and Marble 09:45AM, Jan 17 2011 Frank: The Amarello Boreal will provide sufficient contrast to offset your maple cabinets, go for it!
  • Robert Hodgson 05:38PM, Jul 21 2010 We are going with Kraftmaid praline maple cabinets. Would amarello boreal be a good contrast in the brown/taupe family or would you suggest another. We both like the taupe family and have decided on our cabinets.
    • All Granite and Marble 08:12AM, Jul 22 2010 Robert Hodgson: It's an excellent choice, I also like Tropical Brown.
  • maria 08:11AM, Jun 2 2010 how much is this stone per sq ft? My cabinets are installed and are 33 sq ft and total apx 40 sq ft with 4 in back splash.
    • All Granite and Marble 09:43AM, Jun 2 2010 Maria: For pricing please contact our sales office.
  • Ellen 08:34PM, May 30 2010 I have maple cabinets, oak hardwood floor and back appliances. How would Amarello Boreal look in my kit chen?
    • All Granite and Marble 09:46AM, Jun 1 2010 Ellen: Solid choice. It will provide plenty of contrast and compliment the golden tones in your kitchen.
  • Denise 10:04AM, Apr 30 2009 I am installing dark hardwood floors and light cherry cabinets. How would Amarello Boreal look? I've picked lighter slabs but am now rethinking my choice.
    • All Granite and Marble 12:48PM, Apr 30 2009 Denise: I think it would get close to the surrounding wood. I would suggest getting a sample and checking against the rest of the elements in the kitchen.
  • Dorothy 06:57PM, Apr 17 2009 What do you recommend for a backsplash with this granite? I don't want to use granite and am considering a tile. The other color in my kitchen is a medium sage green. I feel the tile should be a medium color also, so as not to detract the granite, which should be the main focus. Thank you.
    • All Granite and Marble 12:17PM, Apr 18 2009 Dorothy: I agree completely. Try various shades of Travertine tile.
  • Carol H 06:40PM, Feb 25 2009 We have honey cabinets and spicy red walls. Would this granite work?
    • All Granite and Marble 03:09PM, Feb 27 2009 Carol H: Yes it would. Very nice contrast in the stone makes it look crisp.
  • Carol K 10:20PM, Oct 12 2008 I am looking for a medium toned granite for a kitchen with white cabinets and gold walls with medium oak floors. Is this too dark? Want to have contrast but minimize appearance of streaks and dirt
    • All Granite and Marble 09:51AM, Nov 19 2008 Carol K: This is basically as dark as I would go.
  • Dorothy 02:20PM, Oct 9 2008 Would this granite be a good contrast with very light oak cabinets and white appliances, or is there a better choice of granite
    • All Granite and Marble 09:31AM, Nov 19 2008 Dorothy: This would be fine.
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