Original name:
Orion
Other name(s) used:
Asterix, Saturnia
Material:
granite
Internet ID:
1294
Country of origin:
Brazil
Pattern:
Veins
Colors:
Black, Brown, Gold
Application:
Kitchen, Bathroom, Fireplace, Floor
Comments:
A very dark granite with brown, beige, and amber waves and sparkling silver bits and pieces flecked throughout along with small brown circles. Comes in a heavily textured leather finish.
Absorption by weight (%):
Density (kg/dm3):
2.635 - 2.80
Compressive strength (n/mm2):
183
Abrasion resistance hardness (mm):
Bending strength (n/mm2):
9.6
Danbury, CT
COMMENTS:
The Black Galaxy might be a little bit too glitzy for the cabinets however the Orion would definitely give you a modern sleek look.
I have white shaker cabinets and the floor is dark brown wood like tiles. Already picked out the backsplash - which is white subway tiles. I wanted to a bold contrast color to the white simple cabinets and create more contemporary/transitional style. But would Saturnia/Orion countertop be off with the simplicity/modern look? Would black galaxy be still too glitzy for the cabinets in your opinion?
Orion is a little more difficult to fabricate, but a skilled fabricator should be able to do it for a kitchen application. We've installed Orion for kitchen countertops with success. It is true that this granite is not as dense as some other stones, so you will have to be a little more careful as it's more prone to chipping ect.
Hi Alex! Are you using Marble.com as your fabricator?
We are planning to use Orion Gold for our kitchen countertops, but were told that it's not going to work as it is very difficult to cut this granite, make holes for focets etc. Could you please advise?
Congratulations on your new Orion countertops. It should look very sleek and elegant against a cherry cabinet! In regard to the backsplash, I recommend to contrast the granite and go with a choice such as Durango or Emperador Light marble in 2" x 2" sized cuts. I've attached photos for your reference. Hope this helps!
We have just install Orion Jazz countertops on new cherry cabinets (they have a more brown shade than red) and are trying to find a blacksplash. What would you recommend?
I totally agree that a soft and neutral tile is desirable to compliment your rich and warm Orion granite. My recommendations are choices such as Merola Cobble Polar Ceramic Subway tile, or a Mediterranean Ivory tumbled travertine from Daltile. I've attached pictures for your reference. Hope this helps!
Saw a BEAUTIFUL and DRAMATIC piece of Orion Gold this weekend! It looks like it will go perfectly with our off white maple cabinets with coffee glaze and wood flooring. What backsplash do you recommend? I was thinking it should be kept simple with an occasional copper accent. Granite has enough WOW factor...don't want to over due it. Can't imagine getting anything other than stainless steel appliances but am starting to wonder if that will clash if I draw copper into the room. What do you think?
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