Blue Pearl

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• Marble.com - Derek 09:24PM, Jan 26 2012 I'll go in a different approach, and say my recommendation for wall color is Benjamin Moore line "First Snowfall" or "Lookout Point" if you'd like a cooler and softer wall color. For the floor tile, I'd use a shade such as our porcelain "Mocca" tile: 
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• Marble.com - Kinga 01:10PM, Jan 25 2012 Take a look at Benjamin Moore’s “Little Angel” or “Butter”. A warm yellow paint bring out the beautiful blue flecks in Blue Pearl. A hardwood floor or ceramic tile resembling hardwood like Terrace Walnut Tile or Santa Fe Sevil would finish off your design beautifully.  Let me know what you think!
• Angelgirl6959 04:13PM, Jan 24 2012 We are re-doing our kitchen.  We got the blue pearl grante countertops, cherry cabinets & stainless steal appliances.  We're not sure what color to paint our walls & not so sure of the floor.  Any suggestions?
• Marble.com - Derek 02:56PM, Jan 11 2012 The slight, subtle golden undertones and highlights in the Calacatta marble tile are more appropriate for your design as opposed to the White Carrara. Although the Calacatta is more expensive, it's a solid buy and you should get it honed. You can use an accent such as Blue Celeste inserts to compliment the Blue Pearl nicely. You should visit tile stores and perform online searches to try out different combinations. Good luck!
• Marble.com - Derek 03:57PM, Jan 10 2012 Seems like you're on the right track for an organic feel for the kitchen. I'm leaning also toward the Blue Pearl as the reflective metallic flecks will make the granite countertop a beautiful centerpiece of your kitchen design. Good luck!
• Marble.com - Kinga 01:34PM, Jan 10 2012 Congratulations on your purchase! The Blue Pearl GT is a premium stone because of the intense blue flecks and flawless color. The Calacatta marble tile is widely available at most tile supply shops. You should contact a few local places for pricing and availability. I feel the Calacatta tile will work better in your space as opposed to the cool White Carrera because of your warm paint and cabinets. I would recommend a honed finish as it’s a classic and timeless choice for your space just like your countertop. Good luck!
• woksawi 10:36PM, Jan 9 2012 We got the Blue Pearl GT (paid a lot more for GT but really wanted the blues). Where would I find the Calacatta marble tile?  Do you like that better than the Carerra?  (Paint is a yellow/tan Mythic Paint Seashell Beach).  Also - polished or honed?  And is subway the way to go now or squares on the diag with an accent that might pick up on the blue pearl?  Any suggestions for accents that tie into the Blue Pearl?  Thanks so much! love this board...
• Marble.com - Kinga 08:44PM, Jan 9 2012 It seems like your design has beachy flare to it, I feel the Blue Pearl granite is an appropriate choice. The stone will work great with your cabinets, backsplash and family room. I say go for it!
• Gnahamel 05:44PM, Jan 9 2012 I have pure white cabinets and would like to do white carreras marble subway tile backsplash with either blue pearl or black pearl granite. Our kitchen opens up to family room which is painted a very pale beachy blue and our style is cottage and beachy. Any suggestions?
• Marble.com - Kinga 05:56PM, Dec 19 2011 I agree. A stainless steel sink is appropriate choice for the design. For backsplash, a Anatolia Bliss Norwegian Ice Linear Mosaic or Bianco Venatino in a Versailles pattern would be a beautiful and timeless finish to your design.
• Marble.com - Derek 04:44PM, Dec 16 2011 Generally, the more blue in the stone, the more expensive it is because blue is rare in granite and difficult to excavate/mine. For example, if you look on our website, the Blue Pearl SP is less expensive than the Blue Pearl GT because it has more silver/metallic flecks as opposed to blue flecks. I've created a Comparison Chart for your reference to see what I'm talking about, take a look here: http://www.marble.com/material... Either one will look stunning against your cabinets and compliment the flooring nicely, and I recommend to just use a white subway tile or tumbled marble (carrara is a good choice) from the counter to the upper cabinet, and avoid the 4" granite backsplash. Hope this helps.
• Marble.com - Kinga 01:23PM, Dec 16 2011 I definitely agree with Derek. An Anatolia Marble Bianco Venatino Random Mosaic or the Anatolia Marble Berkshire Bianco Venatino Versailles backsplash would finish off the design gracefully. Good luck!
• Marble.com - Kinga 01:19PM, Dec 16 2011 In addition to Derek’s suggestions, take a look at Anatolia Bliss Iceland Linear Mosaic and Anatolia Bliss Norwegian Ice Mosaic. Let me know what you think!
• becky 03:42AM, Dec 16 2011 What is the difference in costs between the blue pearls? I found a royale and a regular blue pearl? I will be buying rock glen woodharbor coastal white cabinets, i have oak floors with a cherry stain in both family room and kithen  and will have brand new stainless steel appliances. The kitchen flows into a family room which has a large stone fireplace hearth and the colors include a tan brown couch, two bluish leather chairs (which will complement the blue pearl) and cherry coffee table.  Some of the granite slabs have more blue than others. Should I go with the most blue of the blue royale? Would that be too much of a contrast with the wood floors? Also, should I avoid a four inch granite backsplash and have all glass subway tile or carrera marble? (i was concerned about grout upkeep)
• Marble.com - Derek 03:59PM, Dec 9 2011 It's always wonderful to hear a fellow homeowner's opinion firsthand, especially since you have the stone yourself! Thank you for the contribution, I also agree that the Blue Pearl is a great choice for the kitchen.
• Marble.com - Derek 03:05PM, Dec 8 2011 That is indeed quite a warm paint color, and the eco-friendly aspects are a huge plus. I recommend to obtain a sample of the Blue Pearl and take it home with you to see how it looks combined with the elements in your design. Blue Pearl against cherry cabinets is a timeless and appropriate combination. If your heart is set on the Pearl, then I think you should go for it as I feel that you're on the right track and the reflective metallic flecks of this stone will make it a centerpiece of your design. You should brighten up the set-up with a backsplash such as Calacatta marble subway tile or a similar stone.
• Guest 02:52PM, Dec 8 2011 I have it on m kitchen and love it. Darker granite are EASIER to clean, this specific kind is so hard, not porous at all, you barely ever have to seal it. As far as the yellow, it would probably complement it nicely. Go get your self a squre foot size sample. Best lighting is halogen lights, it brings the labradorescence out, it's phenomenal...
• Marble.com - Derek 08:52PM, Dec 7 2011 You can use the large Carrara tile as floor tile for the entryway, and small Carrara subway tiles for the backsplash. That's what I would do. Your kitchen design should come out very crisp, elegant, and clean. Good luck!
• woksawi 04:31AM, Dec 4 2011 New construction - mountain home.  We have cherry colored maple cabinets, sapelli (like brazillian cherry) floors, stainless steel appliances, and soft yellow toned with tan undertone paint.  I painted before I fell in love with the blue pearl granite and others are telling me I'd be fighting with the yellow paint if I use it and it won't be as warm a look as if I used yellow/gold/brown granite.  And that darker granites are hard to clean.  But I love the blue pearl.  Any advice on whether this is a bad idea and if not, how to make it work best?  Like what backsplash would tie it all together for example?  The paint is Mythic Paint Seashell Beach 169-1 (this is the best eco-paint by the way! no financial interest, just like it)
• amahny 05:04PM, Dec 3 2011 Wow, this website is great!  I am in a similar situation.  I have a blue pearl granite countertop in the kitchen and was thinking about changing the backsplash to a white carrera marble.  I was thinking of either using large tiles or large slabs to minimize the "busy-ness" as the countertop is pretty busy itself.  At the same time, there is a small entry way to our home that has ceramic tile that look a bit dated to me.  Can I use the same large carrera marble tile as a backsplash on the floor in the entryway?
• Marble.com - Kinga 09:01PM, Nov 29 2011 Also, consider using a honed White Carrara backsplash in a subway style to finish off the design!
• Marble.com - Derek 08:30PM, Nov 29 2011 Absolutely. Use a cool wall color with grey undertones to complete the look.
• Kimfowlerhomes 03:26AM, Nov 24 2011 i have dark shade (walnut) cabinets and cream/beige/brown natural travertine tile. can i use blue pearl on the top of the counter top in my kitchen?
• Marble.com - Derek 06:33PM, Nov 23 2011 For a paint color suggestion with blue undertones to compliment Blue Pearl counters, take a look at Benjamin Moore "Glass Slipper" and "Lookout Point".
• Marble.com - Derek 06:31PM, Nov 23 2011 Sounds good! How did the samples work out for you?
• DW 04:00PM, Nov 19 2011 I am off to pick up samples of those yellows.
  Derek can you suggest any blues for me? I originally thought Stonington Gray would work but it had too much gray. I am looking for more blue such as is in the Calacatta floor tile..... it is a gray with a hint of blue. Or perhaps something more blue than even that.
  Thanks!
• DW 11:51PM, Nov 18 2011 Thanks Derek. I will get those samples and give them a try!
• Marble.com - Derek 06:33PM, Nov 18 2011 I'm very pleased to hear that you're on track and going in the right direction for your remodel. For the wall color, a shade of yellow that would look beautiful with the Blue Pearl granite is Benjamin Moore "Dalila" or "Early Dawn". Hope this helps!
• Marble.com - Derek 07:54PM, Nov 17 2011 If you're going to use paint, I'd use a shades such as Benjamin Moore "Lookout Point" or "First Snowball" for the first bathroom. For the vanities with cherry cabinets, colors such as Benjamin Moore "Linen White" or "Navajo White" are more appropriate. I feel as if the colors such stay light, soft, and calm. Hope this helps.
  
• Marble.com - Derek 02:19PM, Nov 17 2011 Two comments down, I attached an example of Subway tile with Blue Celeste inserts. How image and visualize those Blue Celeste accents replaced with Blue Pearl inserts. That is what I meant. I unfortunately do not have an actual example of this being done to show you, but I've seen it done before.
• Lena 02:16AM, Nov 17 2011 why paint?  We have one bathroom with travertine tiles all the way up to the ceiling, it looks awesome!  Our second bathroom will be blue pearl granite on the walls around the tub and brushed or antiqued ivory travertine large subway tiles on all walls and on the floor. The vanity top will also be blue pearl granite. We're not set yet on the size of the subway tiles, maybe 8X16 or 6x12.  The ivory travertine is beautiful, it has some gray in it and complements the blue pearl granite perfectly.
• DW 11:41PM, Nov 16 2011 I have had all kinds of problems redoing my bathroom, but I think I am back on track. I finally got my Blue Pearl granite which looks great, but they cut the sink opening too large for my chosen drop-in sink. They found me another which barely fits. It's OK, as only I will notice how tight the fit is as far as having very little overhang.  I had mentioned in another post that my new floor was too dark (gray) but I was making do. No longer am I making do!! It will be ripped out and a mostly white with gray streaks (calacatta) is going in. The walls are a beautiful shiny white tile with a strip of medium gray at the top at 54",  and again one third from the bottom These are very contemporary ceramica sant'agostino white body diamante 8X24 tiles. 
  Any suggestions on wall color? I had planned on blue to bring out the blue in the granite, but also considering yellow. I want a New York modern wow factor!
• Marble.com - Derek 10:07PM, Nov 16 2011 The stainless steel sink would surely be appropriate, as the metallic undertones in the Blue Pearl will compliment the stainless shade of the sink nicely. Stainless steel sinks also compliment a modern design style such as yours in a wonderful way. I'd go with the stainless sink as you cannot go wrong with this choice. As for backsplash, you could use a mixed mosaic of Subway tile and Ming glass.
• Cindy 04:34PM, Nov 13 2011 We are re-doing all 3 of our bathrooms to various degrees.  The first bathroom will have taupe tile on the shower walls (7x7" square on bottom and 3x7" subway tile on top) and on the same taupe tile (14x14) on the floor, maple vanities and blue pearl vanity countertops.   What color do you recommend to paint the walls?  
  
  The second bathroom is the hall bathroom.  It will continue to have the 6 inch white tile on the bathtub surround and on the floor with the standards white bathrub and toilet.  The vanity though will be nutmeg cherry with the blue pearl countertop.  Do you have a suggestion for a paint color for that bathroom?
  
  The third bathroom is the main floor powder room.  The floor is maple hardwood, the vanity will be nutmeg cherry and the vanity countertop will be blue pearl granite.  Do you have a suggestion for a paint color for that powder room?
• Cejones 02:39AM, Nov 13 2011 Sorry, I made an error on the size of subway tile--it is 2 x 6.  Also have a question about one of your other posts where you suggest using a 4 x 4 blue pearl insert with subway tile.  I cannot picture how that would be done--do you have a picture you could show?
  
  Linda
• Cejones 02:37AM, Nov 13 2011 We have white cupboards and are installing blue pearl countertops.  I have white appliances, blue grey walls, considering either white ceramic 3 x 6 subway tile or tumbled marble tile.  Am trying to make decision regarding the sink--white or stainless.  I do not have space for an undermount so whatever I choose will be a drop in.  I currently have a white drop in that looks almost new.  Would like your recommendation for type of tile for backsplash as well as the type of sink.
  
  Linda
• Marble.com - Derek 02:01PM, Oct 11 2011 I think that it look just fine, don't stress! Upload a picture when it's all said and done so we can give our honest opinion.
• Marble.com - Kinga 12:05PM, Oct 10 2011 If you have any photos of the work in progress we would love to see!
• DW 12:20PM, Oct 8 2011 Thanks Derek and Kinga.
  I totally agree that skipping the 4" backsplash is a good look, and that's what I will do in my kitchen when I eventually choose that granite.
  The Blue pearl is for an 84" countertop in my bathroom. What I ended up doing is having it measured with NO backsplash on the 2 ends. But on the long back part, I used the granite backsplash. The only reason I did this, is that there is a full wall mirror 84" there above the 84" BP granite. Unfortunately the mirror has a flaw on the very bottom, so the granite backsplash will hide that.Had I continued the tile which will be on the sides, it would be considerably lower than the 54" height of the sides. I hope it looks OK.
• Marble.com - Kinga 01:45PM, Oct 7 2011 Don’t do the 4” backsplash. A tile all the way down is a stunning choice. A honed White Carrara tile or tumbled marble with Blue Pearl or blue glass tile inserts would be a beautiful addition to your space. Let me know what you think!
• Marble.com - Derek 08:10PM, Oct 5 2011 Tile straight from the countertop to the upper cabinet is deal --- skip the 4" granite backsplash. That's the current trend and I feel like it will be timeless.
• Marble.com - Derek 07:52PM, Oct 5 2011 Adding blue colored inserts on a light subway tile would be perfect for your design. Take a look at the suggestion I've attached, it's Thassos marble with Blue Celeste inserts.
• Marble.com - Kinga 09:51PM, Oct 4 2011 For a warm look, a tumbled marble with Blue Pearl tile or blue glass inserts would look fantastic. For a cool, contemporary feel, a honed White Cararra tile in a subway style would look fantastic. A mixed mosaic is always a great choice. Let me know what you think!
• DW 09:29PM, Oct 4 2011 I bought the tile on Saturday and they are measuring tomorrow (Wednesday). It will be installed 8 days later. Another place where I didn't act fast enough had a shorter turnaround time. But yes, the large (huge) place would have me waiting about 2 weeks just to measure.
  
  Should I do a 3" or 4" backsplash on the 3 sides that all touch walls, OR IN YOUR OPINION, WOULD a tile look nicer (same tiles that will be 52" from the floor all around the whole bathroom???
  Thanks.
• Raj 09:00PM, Oct 4 2011 I have a kitchen with Maple cabinet's, stainless appliances and cream floor tiles. I am looking for suggestions for the back splash as it is the only thing left to update after my blue pearl granite is installed today..any help would be appreciated.
• Marble.com - Derek 05:49PM, Oct 4 2011 That's great news! It's interesting that the smaller, local dealer has a shorter turnaround time than the larger place! Our turnaround time is down to a science and we're able to fabricate the countertops in just 2-3 days. It would be wonderful if you could post a picture of the installer countertop. Again excellent choice on the Blue Pearl and good luck with the remodel.
• Marble.com - Derek 05:34PM, Oct 4 2011 I'd use a light, simple and clean design for the backsplash. My suggestions are a Bianco brick mosaic glass tile (1st picture) and 2" x 4" Calacatta Marble tile (2nd picture). Let me know what you think!
• DW 08:08PM, Oct 2 2011 Yay! i finally found my Blue pearl. I am pretty sure it is GT. It is not the lightest of the Blue pearls which in my opinion looks quite gray with small amount of blue. It is either Royale or GT, and has a lot of blue. I found all 3 varieties in a large place, and was about to get it there, but decided to check back with a smaller, local place that I had been to before. I was lucky as they had just received 3 pieces and I think it will be perfect. It will be installed in about 10 days. The larger company had a turn around time of 3 to 4 weeks.
• paulette 04:17PM, Oct 2 2011 I have maple cabinets, white appliances and porcelain tile -very light taupe/cream/white . I am putting in blue pearl granite but not sure about the backsplash.  Any suggestiion would be most appreciated. Paulette
• Marble.com - Derek 07:43PM, Sep 28 2011 There are no set rules as to where you should get your granite. What is important is the experience and professionalism of the company you're dealing with. You want an experienced fabricator to create your countertop so the workmanship is top notch, as well as the quality of your slabs. I would recommend to find 1 1/4" thick Blue Pearl, that's the thickness of countertops we fabricate for kitchen application.
• DW 10:36PM, Sep 27 2011 One of my favorite paints is Benjamin Moore Stonington Gray. To me it is more bluish than gray, and I have a bright blue bedspread in the room with it. The other colors I mentioned (Steel and Hearthstone) are Pratt and Lambert and, although the names sound like gray, they are a steel blue shade.
  
  I am still searching for Blue Pearl granite. I saw it in a kitchen place but it is only 3/4" thick. Does anyone know the difference in getting it there rather than from a granite stone yard?
• Marble.com - Derek 06:55PM, Sep 27 2011 DW gave some excellent suggestions. I recommend Benjamin Moore 'Glass Slipper'.
• Marble.com - Derek 01:57PM, Sep 27 2011 I'm sorry that your remnant was sold -- keep on looking! Blue Pearl is a quite popular and standard stone in most slab yard's inventories. Some places, such as us, only charge for what you use, not the whole slab, so you may not always have to pay for the whole slab if you need a smaller piece. I'm happy that you've chosen Blue Pearl, it's an elegant piece that will accent your design perfectly :)
• Marble.com - Derek 01:55PM, Sep 27 2011 I agree -- the various versions of Blue Pearl can be quite confusing, just take a look at how many batches we carry: http://www.marble.com/material...
• DW 03:12AM, Sep 27 2011 I have a lot of blue in my house. I have some blues known as Steel or Hearthstone or Stonington gray.
• Ashb018 03:57PM, Sep 26 2011 I just recently bought a new home and the kitchen has the blue pearl granite which I love! But the kitchen is in serious need of paint, the cabinet are white with light gray doors and the floor is the light creamy porcelain tile. What do u suggest for color??
• DW 01:45PM, Sep 26 2011 I made up my mind, finally, that I really want the Blue Pearl. But when I went back to get it, the remnant had been sold! So now I have to wait, or look elsewhere, since I am doing a vanity and do not want to buy a whole slab.  I need an 82" piece, but unless I find a remnant, the slab prices are twice as expensive. I should have acted faster. The good news is I now know exactly what I want! Thanks for your input, and I agree the Blue Pearl is beautiful, and light enough.
• Marble.com - Kinga 12:49PM, Sep 26 2011 You should bring samples of the Blue Pearl home and see them in the room. I’ve seen different variations of the Blue Pearl and most of them are on the lighter side compared to the Emerald Pearl which is generally dark. If you like a sample of the Blue Pearl you bring home, make sure to indicate to your fabricator this is the exact shipment you would like to use. I feel the Blue Pearl is a fantastic and durable choice for your space. Let me know how everything turns out!
• DW 04:03PM, Sep 23 2011 The online pics of azul aran look too gray for me, but thanks. They look close to the floor tile. (I admit I am not happy with the floor tile, not exactly what I thought it would look like, but it's there, so I need to work with it!  Part of my problem could be I have always had white tile floors. ) Yes there are metallic reflective flecks in the Blue Pearl I have seen and I like it a lot. I just don't want to make further mistakes as I did with the floor. But I have seen different versions of the BP, such as GT and others. Some look so different. My contractor actually showed me Emerald Pearl and told me it was BP. It's a lot darker and I initially rejected it. Then seeing BP in another place, and liking it a lot,  I realized something was confusing me.
• Marble.com - Derek 02:23PM, Sep 23 2011 The Blue Pearl should not be so dark that it is black in color tone or shade. The stone has beautiful metallic reflective flecks and would be a stunning addition to your bathroom set-up. However, if you're only finding darker batches, perhaps a color like Azul Aran would be more appropriate. Let me know how things turn out!
• DW 02:29AM, Sep 23 2011 My bathroom floor tile is already in and I feel it is quite dark,  medium gray 8X24 tiles staggered. The vanity is white. Will Blue Pearl granite be too dark? The samples I've seen look black.
• Marble.com - Derek 07:17PM, Sep 20 2011 You could use 3/4" slabs of Thassos marble for the walls, floor, ect although that would get pricey, it would look absolutely clean, crisp, and stunning without grout lines. However, a simple & light subway tile will also get the job done and fit your design nicely as known on the attached image. Hope this helps.
• Marble.com - Derek 06:32PM, Sep 20 2011 My recommendations are Benjamin Moore "Glass Slipper" and Donald Kaufman "DKC-44". I've attached pictures of the colors in that order.
• guest 06:06AM, Sep 20 2011 help!!! I am struggling with tile choices for my master bath shower. We will be using either blue pearl granite on the countertops or bahia blue. I want to use a pretty porcelain tile. I like subway tile, but am concerned with all of the grout lines and keeping things clean and crisp. Any suggestions?
• Marble.com - Kinga 03:53PM, Sep 19 2011 Buzz, 
  Take a look at Benjamin Moore’s “Snow White”, “Gray Lake” and “In Your Eyes”. I feel all of these paint colors would compliment your setup and work well with the style of the kitchen. Let me know what you think!
• Buzz 04:27PM, Sep 17 2011 My kitchen is in an older home with glacier white maple shaker cabinets and the blue pearl countertops. The backsplash is white porcelain tile with a steel listello. My apron front sink and appliances are stainless steel.  The floor is finished in white tile with tiny black squares. What color walls would you suggest?
• Marble.com - Derek 06:45PM, Sep 13 2011 Seems like you're right on track with your overall design visions and you've accented the beautiful Blue Pearl granite perfectly. For wall color, try something in the color shade of Benjamin Moore "Rich Cream". This color gives off the right vibe that will not add any more cooler grayish elements that you have so far (that's not a bad thing, it's just that a warm wall color is needed right about now). I've attached an example of my suggestion for your reference, let me know what you think!
• Ficottage 09:01PM, Sep 9 2011 In my kitchen redo I installed pearl blue granite countertops. Love it!  I have white cabinets and pale gray tile floor. For a backslash I put in hand painted 4x6 ceramic subway tile in a bluishish-grey.  It contrasts nicely with the white cabinets.  To complement the sparkles in the granite I did a big insert over the cooktop in glass pebbles in shades of blue and clear tones.  Looks like seaglass!  I am at a loss for wall color. It's an interior kitchen and I want to paint the kitchen and family room the same color.  Do you think I could go with awarm beige? My family room rug has earthtones and brick color in it. Thanks!, I tried a medium grey but it blended too much
  
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• Marble.com - Derek 05:57PM, Sep 7 2011 Try "Silver Crest" Benjamin Moore line or a similar shade for the cabinet paint color. I've attached an image of the color for your reference. As for the tile, I'd use a simple & white subway tile throughout the bathroom, perhaps with a dark grout. This will create a clean and streamlined look. I've attached an image of a bathroom tiled this way also. Let me know what you think!
• Marble.com - Kinga 11:05AM, Sep 6 2011 To bring more attention to the backsplash, consider using a Blue Pearl accent tile with the White Carrara as it would tie the space wonderfully!
• Paulinatawil 01:04PM, Sep 4 2011 I have chosen the blue pearl for our bathroom countertops. I would like a blue gray cabinet. Any suggestions for the right color? Also what tile should I use for the floors and shower?
• Marble.com - Derek 03:47PM, Sep 1 2011 Blue Pearl will look fine against white cabinets, and it's a stunning choice for your project. It's a durable stone and the reflective flecks are sure to make it the centerpiece of your kitchen design. It would create a warm beach feel/theme and it feels like that's what you're leaning to. For a backsplash suggestion, take a look at 1" x 1" Celestial Titanium Glass Mosaic for that open feel and to make a statement. For a more traditional suggestion that is classic and timeless to fit Blue Pearl just right, you can use White Carrara marble in a mini brick mosaic. I've attached the images of my ideas for your reference. Just some food for thought.
• Laura 02:55AM, Aug 29 2011 I am in the beginning stages of redoing my kitchen in a condo we own on a lake. We have decorated the rest of the condo in a nautical theme in the colors of light blue, navy, red and yellow. It is light and cheerful. The kitchen is quite small and we will be using white cabinets. I am wondering about a blue granite for the counter and will either use wood pine floors (to match the rest of the condo) or a cork floor. I will also need a backsplash. What are your recommendations for the counters and backsplash? Do you think the blue pearl would look better with a medium stained shaker cabinet? Thank you!
• Marble.com - Derek 01:18PM, Aug 27 2011 My recommendation is a 2" x 4" Calacatta tumbled marble tile. This would add some spark into the backsplash design instead of a stark white subway tile.
• Marble.com - Kinga 03:48PM, Aug 26 2011 Have you considered using a honed White Carrara or honed Calacatta Gold? A light gray slate would also be a fantastic choice for your setup. If you really want to make a lasting and timeless statement, a full granite backsplash will be a show stopper in any kitchen. Let me know what you think!
• Marble.com - Kinga 08:45PM, Aug 24 2011 The Typhoon Gold is a fantastic choice for your setup! The stone would tie your floor and design elements together so my vote is for the Typhoon Gold.
• spike1 12:18AM, Aug 22 2011 What would you say to Typhoon Gold instead?
• Marble.com - Derek 12:44PM, Aug 11 2011 Where is the Carrera marble tile going? I'm trying to visualize your layout better, and need some clarification.
• Marble.com - Derek 01:45PM, Aug 10 2011 My recommendation is a soft and calm porcelain tile, our 'Pompei Coral' variety is appropriate and would compliment your design very nicely.
• sean 04:15AM, Aug 10 2011 Hi, we are having a tough time selecting a granite.  We are going to have white inset cabinets with carrera marble tile and hard wood floors, possibly brazilian cherry.  Any thoughts on a granite color?  Honed vs, Polished?
• Marble.com - Kinga 09:57PM, Aug 9 2011 Consider using a light grey porcelain or grey limestone tile to tie the space together. Blue Pearl looks very nice against grey and since your backsplash is silver, a grey floor would be an appropriate choice for your design. A grey limestone does tend to have grey and blue veining in it which would look fantastic with your countertop and backsplash. Let me know what you think!
• Marble.com - Derek 09:25PM, Aug 8 2011 I recommend a white subway tile in a brick pattern, I've attached an image for visual reference. As for wall color, a soft grey-blue tone is a nice compliment, take a look at Benjamin Moore 'Silver Mist' or 'Antique Glassware'.
• John 07:15PM, Aug 8 2011 Thanks Kinga. Yes, hardwood would be the way to go but not possible. There's hardwood everwhere in the house and the SO wants tile in the kitchen. Can't talk her out of it. Any tile sugestions that won't clash with the backsplash?
• Marble.com - Kinga 06:07PM, Aug 8 2011 Have you considered hardwood? I feel a hardwood floor would bring warmth to the space without clashing with your design elements like a light Brazilian Cherry floor. Let me know what you think so far!
• John 02:41PM, Aug 8 2011 Hi, I'm going with Blue pearl countertops and nickel silver tile backsplash with honey spice stained Cherry cabinets. What recomendations do you have for floor tile? Thanks for your help.
• Anne-Marie 07:37PM, Aug 6 2011 Hello! We are at the stage of choosing paint and a tile backsplash to match the beautiful blue pearl granite for our kitchen... our cabinets are natural maple and the floors are grey tiles. What would you recommend so that the countertops remain the focal point? Thank you!
• Marble.com - Kinga 05:18PM, Jul 27 2011 I agree! Blue cabinets do not give the stunning Blue Pearl enough of contrast.
• Marble.com - Derek 03:31PM, Jul 27 2011 The Provence blue is surely a good match, but you don't really want the stone to look like the cabinet. One of the cherry stains may be more appropriate to go against the Blue Pearl.
• Gamizleon 02:23AM, Jul 27 2011 hi i am having a little problem i am going to be putting blue pearl granite on my custom fish tank stand but i am having a hard time deciding which stain color to use i was thinkng about using a provence blue stain but am not sure i am going to post a link to  sherwing williams web site  please help http://www.sherwin-williams.co...
• Marble.com - Kinga 04:11PM, Jul 25 2011 Unfortunately, pink and blue do not go well together. The two colors (pink and blue), even if the pink is light, will clash. You should consider using a stone with same color tones like your tile. Take a look at Shivakashi Pink, Juparana Colombo and Ivory Gold. I feel stone like these stones would be more appropriate for your setup. If you are willing to change your tiles to something more neutral like a tumbled marble, the Blue Pearl would work perfectly. Let me know what you think!
• Marble.com - Derek 03:57PM, Jul 25 2011 Blue Pearl looks very elegant and rich against a cherry wood color. That's my choice, go for it!
• spike1 08:20PM, Jul 23 2011 I have cherry cabinets and white ceramic floor tiles with soft pink and grey tones in them.
  I really like the blue pearl or artic blue for a counter top.
  Your thoughts.
• Marble.com - Derek 12:45PM, Jul 20 2011 I think the stunning Blue Pearl will look fine with almond colored sinks, it's a rich stone that will be the centerpiece of your design and take the eyes off other aspects of the bathroom. But i'm a little confused, are the sinks vessel shaped or a different variety?
• Marble.com - Kinga 01:22PM, Jul 19 2011 I’m assuming the sinks you purchased are undermount sinks which is a big plus. You won’t see the sinks much when you enter the bathroom until you’re actually in front of the vanity. However, the sinks would look best if the toilet bowl was also almond in color. Otherwise, consider adding an overhang into the sink to mask the "almond" to bring the space together. The Blue Pearl looks great with any type of sink so go for it!
• Guest 07:34AM, Jul 19 2011 I purchased two Kohler bathroom sinks in "Almond" for our master bath remodel but then changed to vessel sinks.  Since it's too late to return them, I would like to use them in our main bathroom remodel.  My first choice for the bathroom counter is blue pearl, though.  What do you think of Almond sinks with a blue pearl counter?
• Marble.com - Derek 03:16PM, Jul 15 2011 Kinga's suggestions are spot on. I'm leaning towards the Golden Summer. This color will be complimented nicely by your yellow paint.
• Marble.com - Kinga 12:45PM, Jul 15 2011 Take a look at Golden Summer, Jaguar and Lapidus Gold. All of these stones have a hint of blue & grey as well as nice yellow & golden tones to compliment your walls and existing island. Let me know what you think!
• mulerider 04:04AM, Jul 15 2011 We have white kitchen cabinets, a blue pearl island, and soft yellow walls.   Can you suggest a second countertop to coordinate with the island?
• Marble.com - Derek 01:44PM, Jul 12 2011 Can't go wrong with Petra Cardosa/Cardoso. It's strong and durable, perfect for a floor tile.
• Masterkey94 09:44PM, Jul 9 2011 I'm looking to use blue pearl as the counter top for my outdoor kitchen but can't decide on a patio slate to go with it... Any suggestions?
  
• Marble.com - Derek 07:55PM, Jul 8 2011 Blue Pearl is an elegant choice, and it's metallic flecks will spice up your design and compliment your backsplash nicely. No other suggestions really, seems like you're on the right track. Make sure to take a sample of the stone and place it against your cabinets in your home to see how all the various aspects tie in together.
• Nancy 02:48PM, Jul 7 2011 I have Colorado birch wood floors, white beadboard cabinets, and tumble stone backsplash with beach scene accent tiles.  My current countertops are brown Corian Canyon which I think looks washed out.  Would installing blue pearl granite countertops give it the pop that I need?  Are there any other "minor" fixes you would suggest?  Also, I have all bronze hardware.  Should I change it out to go with the blue pearl?  Thanks.
• Marble.com - Kinga 09:15PM, Jun 30 2011 Congratulations on your finished project! If you have photos, we would love to see!
• Marble.com - Derek 05:30PM, Jun 29 2011 That's wonderful! I'm glad to be of service. Wish you plenty of entertainment in your new remodeled kitchen.
• Marble.com - Kinga 04:53PM, Jun 29 2011 White Carrera or a Bianco Carrera tile with Blue Pearl tile inserts would look absolutely stunning in your setup. If you want a warmer feel to the backsplash, try a tumbled marble also with Blue Pearl tile inserts.
• Samkork 03:01PM, Jun 29 2011 Derek,
  
  Contractors finished installing the counters yesterday and grouted the tile today.  I went with the cream subway tile as you suggested and it looks fabulous!  Thank you so much for your advice.  Samantha
• Marble.com - Derek 01:45PM, Jun 29 2011 Have you thought about using the Blue Pearl as a full backsplash up to the upper cabinets? That would really make a statement and compliment your design aspects nicely. As for tile suggestions, a White Carrera honed marble 3 x 6 Subway Tile is an excellent option in my opinion.
• Jojo1968 09:01PM, Jun 28 2011 Could you please recommend a backsplash color/design/tile to go with blue pearl gt, natural cherry cabinets and a grey tiled floor.  Did I give you enough information?  Thanks
• Marble.com - Derek 03:50PM, Jun 24 2011 A white or a light gray cabinet would be appropriate go to with sage green wall color and Blue Pearl counters. For backsplash, I recommend a simple and clean subway tile in a light tone, with blue pearl inserts thrown in the mix. For the floors, are you considering tile or hardwood?
• Jiggylu 01:46PM, Jun 24 2011 We just painted our kitchen a sage green and are putting in new countertops. We love the blue pearl look. We need new colors for the cabinets, a backsplash and putting in new floors as well. Do you have any suggestions? I was leaning towards grey cabinets but unsure if that will look good,
• Marble.com - Derek 04:40PM, Jun 16 2011 Perhaps Lagos Azul limestone tile? Should compliment the taupe tones nicely without being too busy.
• RBerkala 04:07PM, Jun 16 2011 Hi Derek-I am planning on keeping the black dining room floor-I like the idea of the Topo Azul limestone tile, but am worried about the flow from the black tile dining room into the kitchen,(my living room has bamboo flooring, so it will be 3 different surfaces flowing into one another).Do you have any ideas of something along the same lines as the Topo Azul that might be a little more blue grey while still bringing in the taupe to tie in the dining room?
• Marble.com - Derek 01:53PM, Jun 16 2011 A soft and calm backsplash should be used. You can go with a light tumbled marble or a creme subway tile.
• Samkork 09:41PM, Jun 15 2011 Hello. I am getting new countertops in the Blue Pearl color. I have light oak cabinets and a polished stone floor that is a taupe color. What color would you recommend for the backsplash?
• Marble.com - Derek 01:31PM, Jun 15 2011 For the floor, I recommend Topo Azul limestone tile. As for backsplash, how about a white subway tile with inserts of 4x4 blue pearl pieces? That would look really nice.
• RBerkala 08:19PM, Jun 14 2011 I am redoing my kitchen with white shaker cabinets, all black appliances and want to use blue pearl as my counter tops. It is a small space 10 and a half by 8 feet.-The dining room leading into the kitchen has 8 by 8 beveled black tile which they do not make anymore and the dining room walls are a faux finished burnt sienna color-What would you recommend using for the kitchen flooring and would you recommend an all subway tile white back splash or a 4 by 4 blue pearl back splash?
• Kaycee 11:41AM, May 6 2011 Great forum for specific advice! We are doing Blue Pearl GT in our kitchen with maple cabinets in a chocolate fininsh, floors will be rectified porcelain in a dark grey (almost slate looking). Walls are a blue/grey. We are going for a transitional look with a touch of contempary/industrial. Very open and bright kitchen. Looking ahead to the backsplash, we really wanted to something in a glass mosaic or glass with stone. Any suggestions or colors we should avoid in the backsplash with Blue Pearl GT?
  • All Granite and Marble 10:18AM, May 9 2011 Kaycee: I have an idea on what you could do -- a 4" glass tile with inserts of blue pearl granite.
• KaP299 11:25AM, Apr 15 2011 I have an entire kitchen of Blue Pearl I wish I could put a picture in here. I have a 6 seat octagon bar with bar top and bottom, along other side of kitchen, around stove, sink and side...It is absolutely gorgeous. The kitchen is 400 square feet with very light blue side walls and a bit darker end walls but faint blue but noticable. Pops of red really give it a great look!! Cherry hardwood floors with maple cabinets...modern look.
  • All Granite and Marble 09:26AM, Apr 19 2011 KaP299: That sounds beautiful. Was the kitchen installed by us?
• Melanie 10:21AM, Apr 14 2011 It's actually our bathroom. It's not a huge space -- long and narrow. Full bathtub on the left side with a closet on the left, and the vanity/toilet on the right (double sink vanity about 8 feet long). We have one window at the end. The gray tile is actually a lighter gray with some beige-ish mixed throughout. Yeah, I know the colors are a huge difference -- I like them both! Am thinking of the gray/blue paint with white trim/wainscot. Thoughts?
  • All Granite and Marble 11:29AM, Apr 14 2011 Melanie: Sorry I overlooked you saying bathroom in the original message. As I've stated before, definitely the gray tile. It will compliment the Blue Pearl nicely. But for the wall color...I'd use the lighter color, "Creamy". You should get samples of the paint to help ease the decision.
• Melanie 07:52PM, Apr 13 2011 We are remodeling our bathroom (ranch style house), long bathroom. I am looking at the Blue Pearl for our granite counter top, with a darker maple wood stain -- I'm confused as to what to do for the floor. Do I do a ceramic tile with cream/beige or one with gray? I was leaning towards gray, but am nervous of it being "too dark" -- Also, paint color, looking into SW Storm Cloud or SW Creamy -- So confused! I like cozy colors -- not a fan of brights -- more autumn/fall.
  • All Granite and Marble 10:01AM, Apr 14 2011 Melanie: How is the natural light in your kitchen? And is it a decent sized, open space? If so, I don't think using a gray tile for the floor would be too dark, and it would compliment the Blue Pearl granite nicely. Big difference between the two paint choices -- I'm leaning towards "Creamy" to brighten things up.
• laurel 11:13AM, Apr 9 2011 I recently saw Blue Pearl kitchen countertops with straight edges and I loved the shiny metallic flecks on the surface but noticed that the edges of the countertop and backsplashes seem duller and did not show the shiny metallic flecks. Is this to be expected with metallic granites like Blue Pearl?
  • All Granite and Marble 10:17AM, Apr 12 2011 Laurel: The edge should be smooth, shiny and without any bumps that matches up in color tone to the surface of the countertop.
• hadibase 09:02AM, Mar 29 2011 im doing my home and was looking to do my 200 meter saloons from this granite... i was wondering, if its too dark for such a large space, and is it close to absulote black cause my friend has it in is home and gets dirty very fast
  • All Granite and Marble 09:35AM, Mar 29 2011 Hadibase: No, Blue Pearl is not like Absolute Black. Personally, I think it would look stunning over a large space, but it may be a little too much on the eyes for some people as the reflective metallic flecks can be quite shiny.
• jim Wood 05:38PM, Mar 5 2011 I am doing a large outdoor countertop sit an undersink. Is this material non-pourous, would it be relatively low maintenance and would it be good for the outside? Also is there a list of non-pourous Granite options for the outside?
  • All Granite and Marble 10:42AM, Mar 7 2011 Jim Wood: All granite is porous to some extent, so they require sealing every few years. The most bulletproof granites I recommend are Ubatuba or Absolute Black.
• itltrot 10:12AM, Feb 24 2011 I am redoing a masterbath and doing a medium to dark wood tile floor with white or off white cabinetry and chrome faucets and lighting. I am really leaning towards blue pearl granite counters but stumped on shower tile color and paint color. Please advise.
  • All Granite and Marble 08:56AM, Feb 25 2011 Itltrot: The Blue Pearl is a gorgeous granite choice for the bathroom. As a wall color, I'd use a color in the blue gray family to compliment your granite. Try Benjamin Moore "Polar Sky" or "Fresh Water". As for tile, keep it light. A botticino marble tile will look very nice.
• Cgbern 06:15PM, Feb 13 2011 I am renovating my large kitchen and taking out a wall. I will have approximately 100 feet of counter space between various back counters, side counters, L shape work area and island. I will have dark walnut floors, snow white (blue white) cabinets. I would like to use carrrara marble but I am concerned about not having an indestructible workspace. I was thinking of using the carrara on all counters but using blue pearl on my island. Do you think this would work.?
  • All Granite and Marble 10:07AM, Feb 14 2011 Cgbern: That is a wonderful idea and will look absolutely stunning with your cabinet color and hardwood floor. Just be aware that the Carrara marble will stain and etch overtime, and accept that as the natural aging process of the marble. If the island is going to be your main workspace, then the Blue Pearl will hold up well over the Carrara. You could also use a stronger stone that looks like marble on the perimeter, take a look at Classic White.
• espo 05:29PM, Feb 8 2011 We have Blue Pearl Counters. Its time to replace the kitchen table and I'm considering placing a slab on top 68x44. Our cabinets are a honey maple with white frosting. Can you recommend a compllimentary stone for the kitchen table or should I match my Blue Pearl? Also what will the slab weigh?
  • All Granite and Marble 09:26AM, Feb 9 2011 Espo: A nice color for the table that will tie-in the design nicely could be Ubatuba. As for the weight of the granite, this table could weigh up to four hundred pounds.
• Megan 10:30PM, Jan 15 2011 I have blue pearl granite counter tops and am looking to finish off a dry bar area in my great room. What I'm looking to do is use blue pearl tile for the small flooring area to tie it together. Do you have granite blue pearl tiles? Thanks1
  • All Granite and Marble 09:27AM, Jan 17 2011 Megan: Unfortunately we do not carry Blue Pearl tiles, we are a countertop fabricator.
• sylvia perez 11:10AM, Jan 9 2011 I am redmodeling my kitchen I have put brazilan walnut hard wood floors in my kitchen it has different hues of brown and grain in wood. I purchased the Marine blue cabinets from Thomasville. I am condersidering using the Verde Butterfly by sensa for my countertops and white subway tile for the backsplash.. My appliances are all white. What do you think.
  • All Granite and Marble 08:37AM, Jan 10 2011 Sylvia Perez: You're on the right track, the marine blue cabinets are a unique touch that will compliment the Verde Butterfly granite nicely, go for it!
• Jen Barbs 03:59PM, Jan 5 2011 I have a brand new kitchen i am trying to pull together. I like darker ( speckle free granites) like Blue pearl or Black Pearl. My floor is a san color tile with a small hue of grey in it and my cabinets are white beadboard. I am planning painting my walls a blue ( a blue grey probably - either Brewster Gray or Nantucket Fog) Can you tell me if this is coming together? I want a nice simple clean open look. Some day i will do a better floor and add subway tile a sa back spalsh. I feel like i have too amny colors with granite, cab's, floor and paint - does it seem all over the palce?
  • All Granite and Marble 01:02PM, Jan 6 2011 Jen Barbs: The Black Pearl is neutral and will offset your light cabinets nicely, that's what I would use.
• Lori 01:19PM, Nov 17 2010 Opinion needed on blue pearl with Merillat Natural Oak cabinets and natural oak floors. What wall paint also would be suggested?
  • All Granite and Marble 10:56AM, Nov 19 2010 Lori: It's a gorgeous combination and will fit your design nicely. For wall color, something in the family of Benjamin Moore "Polar Sky", or "Enlighten Mint".
• dominika 09:19PM, Nov 13 2010 I am considering to order blue pearls granite to my contemporary espresso kitchen cabinets and stainless steel tile.Is this really more blue how it look like with stainless steel and ivory?and is it only one kind or its dark and light?
  • All Granite and Marble 02:20PM, Nov 15 2010 Dominika: I think the Blue Pearl granite will look very attractive against your dark espresso cabinets. The metallic color tones in this stone will also compliment your stainless steel tile very nicely, go for it!
• Susan Manning 11:50AM, Oct 18 2010 Putting in granite countertops. Have maple kitchen cabinets. Have fallen in love with pearl blue granite. Will it work? If yes, should I use light or regular? Can you give me another choice for the countertops? Thanks so much.
  • All Granite and Marble 09:49AM, Oct 19 2010 Susan Manning: Blue Pearl is a beautiful granite and will bring a cool contrast to the warm cherry cabinets. Another option is to go lighter. Santa Cecilia goes very well with cherry cabinets.
• Kay Hughes 03:20PM, Sep 28 2010 My son is putting in White cabinets and wants to use pearl blue granite for the counters. He is considering Subway tile either in white or gray. What would you recommend for the floors?
  • All Granite and Marble 09:32AM, Sep 29 2010 Kay Hughes: I recommend a slate tile floor with this set-up.
• Alex 12:39PM, Sep 22 2010 Hi, I am redoing my kitchen floor and putting in granite tiles. I have blue pearl countertops with maple praline cabinets, with sky blue walls. What color(s) should I be looking at to match the kitchen? Thanks!
  • All Granite and Marble 10:20AM, Sep 24 2010 Alex: Some good suggestions for your floors based on your design are: Imperial White, Kashmir White, Sira Grey, Castle Grey.
• damor 01:42PM, Sep 7 2010 Hi, We are renovating our kitchen and will have creamy white cabinets. I am trying to decide what colors to use for countertops, backsplash and floor tiles. I am drawn to the blue pearl and emerald pearl granites. The kitchen is open to the living room with gold walls and the dining room with cranberry walls. Would either of these granite colors be a good choice for the kitchen countertop? Could you also recommend a type of backsplash and floor tile? I appreciate your help - thank you!
  • All Granite and Marble 08:54AM, Sep 8 2010 Damor: There beautiful stones with their blueish metallic flecks are an excellent choice against white cabinetry. For backsplash, I recommend a light subway tile and floors can be done in slate.
• bventi 09:13AM, Aug 31 2010 Hi, I have cherry cabinets with blue pearl granite counters in our bathroom. The tiles are white, and resemble Carerra marble. There are no windows, this is a condo. What color to paint???? We are stumped here, these are not color choices of mine, they are previous owner....not my style at all, I tend toward warm colors! Also does the bathroom have to match the master bedroom? It's beige. Thanks for any help you can give!
  • All Granite and Marble 12:03PM, Sep 3 2010 Bventi: You might have to use a cool wall color to match the blue pearl granite. Try Benjamin Moore "Polar Sky" or "Polar Ice".
• sandra 12:26PM, Aug 20 2010 hi. we are renovating the kitchen in our new house and have chosen white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, java hard wood floors. The kitchen will be open to the dining room which will have light yellow walls. do you think blue pearl will go well or have other recommendations and what type of backsplash to compliment everything? also, is this in your ridgefield store, we may come in to look at it. thanks.
  • All Granite and Marble 08:57AM, Aug 23 2010 Sandra: The Blue Pearl would be a great choice for your set-up. It will offset the light cabinet wood. For backsplash I suggest a simple off-white subway tile with some 4x4 blue pearl inserts, or you can go darker with a slate backplash. This stone is available at Ridgefield Park, NJ facility.
• robin 02:08AM, Aug 17 2010 Hello, I just had bllue pearl granite with a 6 inch backsplash installed in my kitchen. I have all white cabinets and the floor is a italian tile which is brown clay colored earthone. What colors would you recommend for tile above the backsplash? Thanks!!jahg
  • All Granite and Marble 10:31AM, Aug 17 2010 Robin : For backsplash I recommend an off-white subway tile, simple and elegant.
• robin 06:48PM, Aug 15 2010 Hello, I just had bllue pearl granite with a 6 inch backsplash installed in my kitchen. I have all white cabinets and the floor is a italian tile which is brown clay colored earthone. What colors would you recommend for tile above the backsplash? Thanks!!jahg
  • All Granite and Marble 08:14AM, Aug 16 2010 Robin : A clean and elegant, off-white subway tile would fit your design nicely.
• Margaret White 12:38PM, Aug 5 2010 I have a Delft inspired kitchen ... white cabinets, white appliances,, blue and white checked curtains, and a brick red tile floor. I am considering replacing my blue countertops with Blue Pearl granite.. Is this "dooable" or will it look too busy?
  • All Granite and Marble 09:20AM, Aug 6 2010 Margaret White: You're on the right track the Blue Pearl is a gorgeous choice for your design, go for it!
• marty 10:51PM, Jul 18 2010 hi, i have blue pearl countertops and am trying to figure out what to put for a back splash. the cabinets are natural maple, the floor is natural ash, the appliances and sink are stainless, the walls are yellow. I wanted to use glass tiles but I can't figure out what will look good unless it is all up. any suggestions?
  • All Granite and Marble 09:53AM, Jul 21 2010 Marty: I suggest to use a white glass subway tile with blue pearl inserts.
• Lisa 09:51PM, Jul 17 2010 We have sea foam green tiles about a third of the way up the walls in the bathroom where we are putting in a new cabinet. The base is painted white Shaker style. Will Pearl blue work for the countertop?
  • All Granite and Marble 10:17AM, Jul 21 2010 Lisa: Absolutely! Gorgeous combination.
• Christine 10:50AM, Jul 14 2010 We are using blue pearl for our bathroom countertops. We don't get many choices for tile so have chosen a beige with blue glass inserts. Will that tie in enough with the blue pearl to make it work? Also we are thinking of putting the blue pearl as the seat in the shower...is that a good idea and will the granite be okay with all the steam a shower gets?
  • All Granite and Marble 11:13AM, Jul 14 2010 Christine: You're on the right track, the blue pearl is a strong and durable granite it can be used in the shower safely, and the beige tile will compliment the blue tones in your design nicely.
• Nancy 07:42PM, Jul 13 2010 I would like to incorporate some 2" x 2" blue pearl tiles into my back splash design.. What is the best way to cut or find 2' x 2" blue pearl tiles?
  • All Granite and Marble 09:23AM, Jul 14 2010 Nancy: Most tile stores can cut to size, it's not a do-it-yourself job.
• Ann 12:41PM, Apr 26 2010 I'm considering Blue Pearl for the kitchen counters in home I'm buying next month. It's a very open custom designed contemporary design home built in the late 1970s with white cabinets, hardwood floors, white appliances, and lots of natural light. The kitchen opens directly into the dining area (which in turn opens into the living room). My dining room furniture is a maple or light oak and the fabric on the chairs a smoke blue. I'd like the area to retain is warm inviting feel...and look fairly sophisticated at the same time. Would Blue Pearl be a good choice
  • All Granite and Marble 01:14PM, Apr 26 2010 Ann: Absolutely! You're on the right track. What are you doing for backsplash? Maybe incorporate some blue pearl colored accents into the tile design.
• maureen 04:40PM, Apr 5 2010 I have ligt cherry cabinets and a natural oak floor. I love blue pearl granite, however im not sure this will tie together well. Any thoughts here?
  • All Granite and Marble 12:07PM, Apr 6 2010 maureen: It will create a rich and very elegant atmosphere. If it's a decent amount of space, and you have good natural lightning coming in, then this combination would look stunning.
• Michael 11:23AM, Mar 28 2010 We have ordered a very blue pearl countertop with the 4" backsplash,and white painted shaker cabinets, and a blue/grey tile floor. Our appliances are stainless steel and we age getting a white cast metal sink. We are looking at a white, grey, blue, black 1" glass tiles as a backsplash. We are trying to picture whether this would be too busy or look nice. What do you suggest?
  • All Granite and Marble 01:06PM, Mar 29 2010 Michael: Perhaps it's too busy. Keep it simple -- I suggest to go with a light subway tile.
• Elaine 11:21AM, Mar 20 2010 Can you clarify which has more blue--Blue Pearl or Blue Pearl GT? I'm confused by the responses to Nancy and Hank. They seem conflicting or am I misunderstanding? Thank you!
  • All Granite and Marble 10:47AM, Mar 22 2010 Elaine: Blue Pearl GT has a little more blue. It also has more pronounced flecks of black. It's also more expensive. Blue Pearl has more of a metallic shade. It's less expensive. I went to look at them carefully. Sorry for the confusion.
• Tracey 10:08AM, Feb 28 2010 Hi there. We have white cabinets and are interested in installing Blue Volga counter tops. We are having trouble deciding on back splash. Interested in mosaic glass tile, but is that too "busy" for the blue volga? Should we go with a more subtle ceramic gray tile? If mosaic tile, thoughts on color combinations? Trying to go for a modern, italian kitchen look... Thanks@!
  • All Granite and Marble 01:21PM, Mar 1 2010 Tracey: Indeed a gray subway tile would be a cleaner choice, try "Heather Gray" as the color.
• hank 11:46AM, Feb 26 2010 I need a cut slab 51" x 31.5" and I am pretty sure I have Blue Pearl and not Blue Pearl GT. The slab will not be right up against the existing one[s] if I'm wrong will there be a huge difference?
  • All Granite and Marble 08:50AM, Feb 27 2010 hank: Blue Pearl GT should have more blue. Take samples of both stones and compare.
• bella 03:30PM, Feb 24 2010 we have white cabinets with a a white island and backsplash has blue and beige mix, we are thicking of putting blue pearl counter top and have the wall creamy white with one big accient wall of blueish gray colour...are kitchen is not too big so we only wanted 1 wall to have the grayish colour to tie everything together since we are adding blue pearl..are floor is a tile blueish gray colour and i am thinking to add few accients of yellow, whould do u think with all the colours we are using, will it go together pls help!!!
  • All Granite and Marble 03:56PM, Feb 24 2010 bella: Absolutely! You are on the right track, it looks like you do not need much help :-) It will look gorgeous.
• Nanc 07:42PM, Feb 22 2010 Thanks for the clarification, I was told the GT has more blue, which is what I am looking for, and also more expensive. I will change to Blue Pearl. Thanks!
• Nancy 06:13PM, Feb 20 2010 Can you please tell me the major difference between blue pearl and blue pearl gt. Which is the better granite?
  • All Granite and Marble 11:04AM, Feb 22 2010 Nancy: It's just the reflection of blue. Blue Pearl has the most of it.
• Laura 02:42PM, Feb 19 2010 We're building a new home and we were in your showroom yesterday and I fell in love with the blue pearl for our counters and island. I was planning to go with maple cabinets, a honey color, but I just don't think the blue pearl compliments it. I don't really want white cabinets. What color scheme for cabinets and backsplash would you suggest? The builder's choices for backsplash are beige, beige or beige! We will have tons of windows with southern exposure so the kitchen will be very bright.
  • All Granite and Marble 05:07PM, Feb 19 2010 Laura: Blue Pearl looks beautiful with a darker cherry, very sleek. But if you want to use light cabinets, a yellowish oak also looks good.
• Becca 04:25PM, Jan 25 2010 I'm building a new house and have a very open first floor. i want to do blue pearl countertops and breakfast bar, stainless appliances and white beadboard paneled cabinets. should i do a backsplash or just have the blue pearl come about 4 inches onto the wall and paint an accent color behind? also, do i need to choose either black or brown for furniture, or can i mix them? would silver and grey be too cool of accents, or would it look nice?
  • All Granite and Marble 10:16AM, Jan 26 2010 Becca: Tile will tie-in the Blue Pearl better, perhaps a tumbled marble with inserts of stainless steel and blue pearl itself. I'd go with all brown furniture, no need to mix them.
• jean 01:13PM, Jan 18 2010 No, we love the blue pearl. We are only replacing wood floors in the kitchen with porcelain tile due to water damage and need advice on tile color. Kitchen is open to family room with oak flooring, so tile will butt up against that.
  • All Granite and Marble 05:37PM, Jan 18 2010 jean: A tile in a grayish tone would fit best with the Blue Pearl.
• Jean 11:29PM, Jan 17 2010 We have blue pearl countertops and backsplash, yellowish oak cabinets, stainless applicances,burgandy walls with charcoal faux finish. Replacing damaged wood floor with porcelain tile.kitchen is open to family room with oak floors,should we go light or dark? lots of oak in rooms.
  • All Granite and Marble 10:30AM, Jan 18 2010 Jean: You're replacing the Blue Pearl? Or are you asking on what kind of floor tile to use.
• Kevin 02:46PM, Dec 23 2009 I want to install blue pearl counter tops in my kitchen with new shaker birch light colored cabinets. I thought I'd use some medium red-tan porcelain tiles for the floor and drk gray-black slate tile for the backlash. Do you think those colors would clash (the walls are off white). Thanks, Kevin
  • All Granite and Marble 04:40PM, Dec 23 2009 Kevin: That sounds like an excellent combination, you are on the right path. I'm be cautious about adding reds to the floor, maybe more tan.
• Headaman 01:46PM, Nov 16 2009 Looking for flooring ideas: I have a small master bathroom (30sqft of floor). I have Carrara Marble in the shower, Blue Pearl on the vanity, white sink, white toilet, half way up the wall is 60's style white 4"x4" w/tiny blue, grey and navy specks (hardly noticable). Want to paint the walls a midlevel blue grey, what tile or color should I put in for the flooring? I have samples of a Silver Grey Quartz but not sure if it's too similar to the Blue Pearl. Or a black slate?
  • All Granite and Marble 08:54AM, Nov 17 2009 Headaman: The granite should compliment the floor, I think the gray quartz will look fantastic.
• Julie 03:53PM, Nov 14 2009 What is the difference between Blue Pearl Granite and the Blue Pearl GT Granite? I am considering this for my kitchen...
  • All Granite and Marble 08:55AM, Nov 16 2009 Julie: Blue Pearl has more rarity out of the two, because it has blue flecks, while the GT has metallic colored flecks.
• Christine 03:51PM, Nov 10 2009 Rennovating our masterbath. Our cabinetry is vanilla with a pewter glaze. We picked Blue Pearl for the vanity top and Silver travertine tile for the floor and bottom half of the walls. The upper half will be painted in a Silvery light blue. What color tile would you suggest in the shower? The same Silver travertine? Also, for the showerhead/faucets I was thinking of either an aged pewter or brushed nickel. What are your thoughts?
  • All Granite and Marble 03:05PM, Nov 11 2009 Christine: The silver travertine will work nice. And i'm leaning towards the brushed nickel.
• Lisa 04:31PM, Nov 2 2009 What do you think about granite shield? Is it worth it? And does it really last?
  • All Granite and Marble 09:11AM, Nov 3 2009 Lisa: I am not familiar with granite shield, but looks like a gimmick to me, a high quality water-based sealer reapplied once a year is all you need.
• jennifer 06:44PM, Oct 29 2009 I have Blue Pearl caounter tops with cherry cabinets my flooring is a grey blue flooring. I'm looking for a back splash. thinking mosiac tile in blue, grey and black any suggestions
  • All Granite and Marble 08:55AM, Oct 30 2009 jennifer: That's a wonderful idea, you might also want to consider tumbled travertine or marble to create lighter accents.
• Lisa 12:10PM, Oct 24 2009 In small bathroom we installed multi-colored slate on the floor and blue pearl granite vanity. Tub and toilet are white, with antique white tile in the tub surround. We like deep, rich color for the wall but don't want too much blue in the bathroom, is there a complimetary color for the granite and slate that will make them pop without being in the blue family? What deep,rich color would you suggest?
  • All Granite and Marble 09:03AM, Oct 26 2009 Lisa: Try a Raffia Cream.
• Patty 01:18PM, Oct 19 2009 I fell in love with pearl blue granite; I have honey maple cabinets and white appliances; light oak floors. Back wall is pretty very light tan/gold tile. Sample looks really nice but I'm unsure to make the commitment. Selling house in 2 years so I want to be sure it will have appeal to prospective buyers.
  • All Granite and Marble 03:04PM, Oct 19 2009 Patty: Blue Pearl is a stunning and sought-after stone, it will look beautiful in your home.
• Steve 09:29PM, Oct 17 2009 We're going to go with the Blue Pearl. The guy doing our kitchen has suggested a white deckle square backsplash, mostly on the 45 (except maybe the top row sqaure) with small double row of hand-painted blue little medallions by Pratt & Larson for interest (maybe even set off with pencil line). Any thoughts on the white backsplash with white cabinets? Will the deckle give enough depth / interest? Any other suggestions? And what about wall color? Thanks so much--you have a very helpful site!
  • All Granite and Marble 02:44PM, Oct 19 2009 Steve: A white blacksplash with blue inserts would would look nice, added with your favorite shade of light blue as wall color :-)
• chastity 12:20PM, Oct 15 2009 what is the diferane between BLUE PEARL and BLACK PEARL
  • All Granite and Marble 01:56PM, Oct 15 2009 chastity: They are two very different stones, only similarity is the name.
• Steve 12:01PM, Oct 11 2009 We're getting new countertops for our kitchen. We have white Merillat cabinets that look new, wood floor. We're tearing down a wall between kitchen and dining area, both of which are relatively small (10 x 10 or so), and we're adding a peninsula between them. The kitchen / dining room face north, but get good light through the day. We're trying to decide between Super White, Azul Platino, and Blue Pearl granite. Any comments about the different feels we'd get with those three choices? We'd like a something that looks sort of snappy and fresh, if that makes sense, although part of our problem is that we don't really know exactly what we're going for. Thanks!
  • All Granite and Marble 09:11AM, Oct 12 2009 Steve: Blue Pearl looks very crisp with light cabinets, the Platino will make the kitchen boring and too salt-n-pepper, while Super White will be too light, go with the Pearl if you can afford it.
• Sam 08:40PM, Sep 21 2009 What do you think of dark/black sleek modern cabinets with blue pearl granite and a gray tile backsplash?
  • All Granite and Marble 10:09AM, Sep 22 2009 Sam: Very contemporary, go for it!
• Kendra 10:49AM, Sep 4 2009 With the pearl blue countertops, light blue painted cabinets, what would be some good options for flooring and backsplash? We will have brazilian teak hardwood flooring throughout house and not sure whether to have it in kitchen as well?
  • All Granite and Marble 01:54PM, Sep 4 2009 Kendra: My mistake, in your earlier post I thought you were asking about wall paint not cabinet color, definitely do not do a blue cabinet color, a light blue wall paint is what you need. Cabinets should be hardwood white if you like light or even cherry. Light colored Subway tile for backsplash and hardwood floors.
• Kendra 09:39AM, Sep 4 2009 My husband and I are really interestted in the blue pearl countertop. What color paint options would we have for our cabinets? I'm thinking either grey or blue of some sort?
  • All Granite and Marble 09:56AM, Sep 4 2009 Kendra: You are correct, a light accent of blue to compliment this beautiful granite is what you need.
• ryan 07:21PM, Aug 26 2009 Im looking for a 41" x 21" vanity countertop. White sink with a single hole for the faucet. How much and how long to get to twin cities mn?
  • All Granite and Marble 09:12AM, Aug 27 2009 ryan: We only service the northeastern Tri-State area.
• Brian 07:36AM, Aug 6 2009 I am putting blue pearl counters, with asian black tile on the floor (continental slate - Daltile) and have painted the cabinets a slight gray (50%repose grey - Sherwin Williams) with a backsplash of white subway tiles mixed with a 1x6 light blue glass tile running through the back splash. the trim throughout will be snowbound (white - sherwin williams). i am looking for a happy kitchen. what color would your recommend for the walls and cieling?
  • All Granite and Marble 11:40AM, Aug 6 2009 Brian: I would paint the walls a very light shade of blue.
• Alex 01:01PM, Jul 15 2009 One salesman told me that blue pearl is much dencer grinite and more resistent tostains vs blue valley stone. Is it correct?
  • All Granite and Marble 01:24PM, Jul 15 2009 Alex: Granite is granite, it is one of hardest natural stones. Our granite is polished and sealed therefore it is resistant to stains with normal usage.
• Alex 07:25AM, Jul 15 2009 What is a better choice for master bathroom vanities (countertop): blue pearl or bross blue/valley blue?
  • All Granite and Marble 09:30AM, Jul 15 2009 Alex: Blue pearl consists of metallic, very shiny speckling while the valley blue has veining, it is simply a matter of preference, both are beautiful stones.
• Mike 02:46AM, Jul 11 2009 Have light sand tile flooring, Wendy's Frostee color walls, dark/cherry mahogany cabinets new penny finish copper pulls/sink with blue pearl counter. Would a honey or golden iridescent glass back splash look good for pop or should I go more copper colored to blend with cabinetry pulls/sink? Any other suggestions?
• Steven 11:01PM, Jun 26 2009 If this was my counter in my kitchen, what would be a good tile (material and color) to go with it. Were thinking a light ccolored latte paint for the wall and medium dark brown cabinets. Suggestions? would that cabinet work?
  • All Granite and Marble 10:03AM, Jul 1 2009 Steven: The cabinet would be ok. This stone works well with lighter, warm wood, like maple.
• Rita 08:17AM, Feb 25 2009 Would Blue Pearl Granite go well with Dark Brown Cabinets, Black appliances and a black floor. What would you do for the backsplash?
  • All Granite and Marble 03:05PM, Feb 27 2009 Rita: Good contrast. I would add a bit of warmth with some travertine tile with glass inserts.
• All Granite and Marble 12:30PM, Feb 5 2009 O'Malley:
• All Granite and Marble 12:30PM, Feb 5 2009 O'Malley: I'm sticking to the slate. It should enhance the contrast.
• O'Malley 02:28PM, Feb 4 2009 Oh I also have a fireplace in the kitchen (I know its odd) and I wanted an idea on what color would go good with the floor and also make the fireplace standout. Currently it's a beige stone
• OMalley 02:14PM, Feb 4 2009 I have white cabinets blue pearl granite and a greyish blue wall color. I'm looking for suggestions with the flooring.
  • All Granite and Marble 12:28PM, Feb 5 2009 OMalley: Try a blueish slate or something similar. Worst case scenario, white will match.
• Ellen 07:04PM, Feb 2 2009 Do you know what volga blue is?
  • All Granite and Marble 10:54AM, Feb 4 2009 Ellen: Yes. Stone ID#530
• Ellen 07:53AM, Jan 8 2009 what would be the best profile edge for this granite in my white kitchen
  • All Granite and Marble 01:54PM, Jan 12 2009 Ellen: If it is a modern design, I would go with a straight or a beveled edge. For traditional, victoria, or old world style I'd use a more ornate edge.
• Ellen 05:00PM, Jan 5 2009 I see that a lot of houses use shades of brown and brown granite Is the white kitchen with the blue pearl granite passe. I need something that is elegant and timeless.
  • All Granite and Marble 09:43AM, Jan 6 2009 Ellen: Well, it really depends on what YOU like. For most people, kitchen is a room that centralizes the family. It is associated with warmth. That's why you'll see the majority of kitchen designs using warm colors. But that shouldn't stop you. Blue Pearl is a beautiful stone and I think you can have a very elegant kitchen.
• Ellen 07:29PM, Jan 4 2009 You mentioned that my kitchen would seem a bit cool what could I do to warm it up but keep the elegant look
  • All Granite and Marble 08:37AM, Jan 5 2009 Ellen: Use a lot of warm accents. Probably golds would be suitable.
• Ellen 02:06PM, Jan 1 2009 We are building a new house. The kitchen is approx. 13x13 with a skylight. The appliances are stainless steel. There is a raised breakfast bar overlooking the great room. Would blue pearl granite go with white cabinets, hardwood floor tinted grey and white carrera tumbled marble backsplash.
  • All Granite and Marble 09:51AM, Jan 3 2009 Ellen: Yes it would. It would make the kitchen seem a bit cool but still very elegant.
• Aly 12:19PM, Nov 22 2008 I forgot to also ask if you think a beige tile would be better as a backsplash?
  • All Granite and Marble 09:15AM, Nov 24 2008 Aly: I like the idea of a stone backsplash better.
• Aly 12:17PM, Nov 22 2008 We are building a new house. We have a beige tile floor with natural hickory cabinets.We were thinking about doing stacked stone as a backsplash.Would blue pearl go well with the cabinets and everything else? If not, do you have a suggestion? Thank you :)
  • All Granite and Marble 09:14AM, Nov 24 2008 Aly: Well it would certainly pop really nice. Is that what you're looking for?
• Jennifer 10:33PM, Nov 16 2008 Our kitchen has a blue slate floor and blue roman blinds. Want the blue counter tops. want to reface cabinets. what color paint would work on the walls and cabinets.
  • All Granite and Marble 03:37PM, Nov 21 2008 Jennifer: If the cabinets are maple then a natural wood color would be very nice. If you're painting them, some sort of a off white with a hint of warm yellow would do as well.
• Gina 12:21PM, Oct 17 2008 We are getting Blue Pearl Granite for all our counters we have all stainless steel and hardwood floors and the cabinets are a cherry glaze not to red.. have no idea for wall color or back splash I want to do glass mosaic
  • All Granite and Marble 10:08AM, Nov 19 2008 Gina: If you're going with a glass mosaic, I would use an array of colors used throughout the kitchen.
• thicks 06:48PM, Oct 3 2008 We're installing a Blue Pearl counter in the Laundry Room. The floor is 12x6 black slate in a running bond pattern. The walls are English Gray (hint of blue) and the cabintes are currently off-white. I'm thinking of a light grey glass or slate backsplash. Think this would look good?
  • All Granite and Marble 12:54PM, Oct 8 2008 thicks: Awesome combination. Very interested to see the results!
• Jennifer 02:54AM, Oct 1 2008 Would light blue glass tile as the backsplash go well with blue pearl countertops? Haven't seen too much about glass tile??
  • All Granite and Marble 12:41PM, Oct 8 2008 Jennifer: I think if it was used as an accent, it would work well.
• Manticore 05:10PM, Sep 27 2008 What kind of mortar is recommended for the installation of blue pearl floor tiles?
  • All Granite and Marble 11:41AM, Sep 30 2008 Manticore: We don't specialize in flooring. Sorry.
• Nic 11:24PM, Sep 26 2008 I'm thinking of blue pearl granite countertops, would it look alright with teal and white toned mosaic tiles for the backsplash, any recommendations??
  • All Granite and Marble 11:36AM, Sep 30 2008 Nic: Not sure about the teal. What is the rest of the kitchen like?
• Carrie 09:19PM, Sep 11 2008 We are also getting blue pearl in the kitchen. I've seen lots of questions on backsplash and flooring - what about wall color? Any suggestions?
  • All Granite and Marble 05:32PM, Sep 25 2008 Carrie: Offset with warm pastel yellow or gold.
• Cindy 09:13AM, Sep 1 2008 In our masterbathroom we have a white vanity with a blue pearl top and the walls are a darker blue. Any suggestions what color the floor and shower tiles should be? Would a chococlate mousse color look good?
  • All Granite and Marble 01:59PM, Sep 25 2008 Cindy: Not sure about that. I was thinking more along the lines of warm beige or gold.
• Andi S. 07:47AM, Aug 23 2008 Have a blue pearl countertop in my kitchen with honey maple cabinets w/stainless steel appliances with a white/gray ceramic tile floor. Putting in a matted off white/gray tile backsplash. Had 4 x 4 blue pearl tiles cut and will add them to the backsplash. Getting Blue Pearl switchplates also. Looks great!
• Mary 08:29AM, Aug 16 2008 We are going to do re-facing of our kitchen but keeping out blue pearl countertop. What color will be best fit for cabinets, backsplash and walls? The appliances are stainless. Thank you.
  • All Granite and Marble 04:30PM, Sep 19 2008 Mary: Warm beiges and golds will compliment the stone very nicely.
• Sue 12:18AM, Aug 9 2008 Backsplash? Have nutmeg glazed cabinets blue pearl counters,stainless appliances. light yellow walls. contractor recommended glazed tile over tumbled marble. 4 x 4 squares not diaganol. suggested tile with a few deco accents. I''m lost what color will go well. I have seen online off white and am not excited. Suggestions?
  • All Granite and Marble 10:20AM, Sep 19 2008 Sue: I guess your contractor was right. You don't have to go off white. A hint of gold/yellow will complement the stone nicely.
• Carol 03:24PM, Jul 23 2008 With blue pearl countertops, white cabinets and white tiled floors, what in the world colors for walls?
  • All Granite and Marble 03:02PM, Jul 25 2008 Carol: From your description it sounds like it's a very cool color scheme. By cool I mean cold. How about breaking it up with some warm yellow?
• Judy 11:42AM, Jul 19 2008 Our kitchen will have natural finish cherry perimeter cabs and a medium stained cherry island. If we do blue pearl on the perimeter, what would work on the island (I'd like a 'wow' factor.)
  • All Granite and Marble 12:08PM, Jul 21 2008 Judy: Try Amidala Gold or something similar.
• Peggy 09:48AM, Jul 13 2008 Which color cabinets would go well with the blue pearl granite, honey maple or dark cherry? Also, what color tile for floor & backspash?
  • All Granite and Marble 06:31PM, Jul 17 2008 Peggy: Again, Honey Maple is the one.
• blanche 11:55PM, Jun 24 2008 we have white kitchen cabinets and stainless steel appliances and plan on having blue pearl counter tops but can not not decide what color of floor tile and back splash...any suggestions
  • All Granite and Marble 03:36PM, Jul 17 2008 blanche: For the flooring, slate tile will look great. For the backsplash, a white or off white.
• CB 09:44PM, May 28 2008 We are thinking about master bath using Blue Pearl countertop with Kohler Vapour Blue sinks. Can't figure out what the rest of the room should look like so that it doesn't take away from the beauty of these 2 major items. Any ideas re:vanity, tile surround, flooring?
  • All Granite and Marble 10:18AM, Jun 25 2008 CB: For the vanities you could go white or light maple. Tile can be any off white or cream.
• Paula 09:30AM, May 14 2008 We are ordering the Blue Pear countertop - what would be a nice match for the island if we went with a different color? Thanks!
  • All Granite and Marble 12:04PM, Jun 6 2008 Paula: Black or gold.
• Beatie 07:44PM, May 9 2008 We are getting blue pearl counter tops and island top. I had no idea how hard it is to find a backspash to go with the granite. We'sre looking a white ceramic tile and then doing some light blue accent tiles, but I am waiting until the granite is installed.
  • All Granite and Marble 11:44AM, Jun 6 2008 Beatie: White with blue accents sound good.
• Peter 10:34AM, Mar 18 2008 This a beautiful granite, would to go well with natural Maple cabinets that have aged to a golden color?
  • All Granite and Marble 11:22AM, Apr 4 2008 Peter: Absolutely! Gold and blue are perfect together.
• Joseph 01:15PM, Mar 3 2008 Would Blue Pearl GT go with Honey Spice Cherry cabinets? We want to do a nice backsplash that is easily cleanable also, what is a good recommendation?
  • All Granite and Marble 06:33PM, Mar 6 2008 Joseph: It will depend on how red the cherry is. The less red, the better. For the backsplash, you can do nice ceramic or porcelain tile.
• Kathy 07:56PM, Feb 26 2008 Will the Blue Pearl bring out more yellow/orange from the oak or help to tone it down. I have a sample and it looks great with the antique red brick. I like the look with the cabinets, but just want to insure that it doesn't make the cabinets look more orangey/yellow..
  • All Granite and Marble 09:00AM, Feb 29 2008 Kathy: That's hard to say. It might accent the yellow a bit. I think it's not to an extent you should worry about.
• Kathy 10:28PM, Feb 21 2008 Would Blue Pearl GT go with yellowish oak cabinets (autumn gold stain)? I also have a wall in the kitchen with Chicago Brick, would that go with the Blue Pearl GT ? If not, what colors would you recommend ?
  • All Granite and Marble 02:56PM, Feb 22 2008 Kathy: It will be great with the cabinets, not sure about the brick though. If it's just one wall, it should be ok.
• PTM 09:48AM, Feb 20 2008 I can't tell from the pics - are there reflective pieces in the stone that sparkle when the light hits them?
  • All Granite and Marble 11:19AM, Feb 21 2008 PTM: Yes. They sparkle blueish silver.
• Mike 04:49PM, Jan 30 2008 We using 2"x2" slate. The color is called Gobi, which has blue/gray tiles, some with like a rust on them. The manufacture is Rush River/Stone Studios. We think it looks great with the Blue Pearl granite counters.
  • All Granite and Marble 10:59AM, Jul 13 2009 Mike: Ther are copper colored glass mosaics you might want to try that?
• Jan Wolf 04:23PM, Jan 19 2008 How does blue pearl countertops look with 12" blue pearl tiles in diagonal pattern as backsplash?
  • All Granite and Marble 09:50AM, Jan 22 2008 Jan Wolf: It would be extremely hard to pull this off. The two stones (tiles and tops) are usually cut from different part of the rock. That's if they come from the same quarry. And chances of that are minimal. They will look "off". Like you tried to match them, but didn't really succeed.
• Todd 06:45PM, Jan 1 2008 What backsplash would go nice with blue pearl countertops and a darker cherry cabinets?
  • All Granite and Marble 12:33PM, Jan 3 2008 Todd: Slate will look pretty good with this.
• Mike Callas 08:44PM, Oct 24 2007 we have blue pearl countertops white cabinets and white appliances what backsplash would look nice?
  • All Granite and Marble 08:14AM, Oct 25 2007 Mike Callas: A light slate tile might be a nice addition. If you want to go into warmer tones, then you could do a travertine tile.
• David 03:37PM, Sep 28 2007 Tubmled marble or travertine are hard to clean, particularly near the cooktop area, aren't they? Do you have a picture of blue pearl countertop to show us?
  • All Granite and Marble 08:39AM, Oct 1 2007 David: If you're concerned about the cleaning, then definitely go with ceramic tile. Unfortunately we have no pictures of Blue Pearl in a kitchen.
• gsd 12:49PM, Jul 17 2007 If you had blue pearl countertops what granite would look nice as a backsplash. I have natural oak cabinets and black appliances.
  • All Granite and Marble 04:36PM, Jul 17 2007 gsd: I would use the same blue pearl on the backsplash or do tiles on the backsplash. Tumbled marble or travertine would look nice if you want to bring some lighter accents.