Tropical Brown

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• Plady2519 04:39PM, Feb 10 2012 I have Natural Oak Cabinets with Stainless Steel Appliances and a medium oak floor with Mexicana walls, a sort of red rust color, thinking about Tropic Brown, any suggestions
• Marble.com - Derek 08:53PM, Jan 31 2012 Navajo White is one of my favorites, it's soft and neutral, but with a hint of warmth and eloquence. Another option I'd say you should check out is Linen White. These choices ought to brighten up the kitchen right away. Good luck!
• Marble.com - Kinga 04:20PM, Jan 31 2012 I’m leaning towards the Navajo White and White Blush because both colors are light, warm and fantastic to help brighten up the space. Another great way to lighten up your kitchen is to either use under cabinet lights or lots of light decorations like white flower vases. Remember, your granite is polished in a mirror finish; therefore, it will reflect anything you put on it. Hope this helps!
• Michelle 01:12AM, Jan 29 2012 Jus to clarify, i am leaving the paint on the walls, and am wanting paint colors for the cabinets. Thanks!
• Michelle 01:11AM, Jan 29 2012 I have very old dark oak cabinets. We installed tropical brown granite and the Durango tumbled travertine for the backsplash. Our kitchen is so dark and we are about to re-renovate to lighten it up. The walls are Sherwin williams Believable Buff. I was thinking about Benjamin Moore's Navajo White or Winter Wheat. Which one do you recommend, or are there any other colors I should consider? I don't want to make another $$ mistake. Thanks so much!
• Marble.com - Derek 08:40PM, Jan 26 2012 Tropical Brown is an appropriate choice that will provide an adequate amount of warmth to the set-up, but take a look at a new shipment that just came in, it's called Toffee: http://www.marble.com/blog/new... Also perhaps Giallo Antico would look very nice against the cherry wood.
• Kim 09:24PM, Jan 23 2012 Need advice on color choice for my kitchen that has black appliances, cherry cupboards and light maple foooring.  I am thinking black and brown granite (tropical brown possibly) and my husband likes steel gray.  What's your opinion.  Help!
  
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• Marble.com - Derek 06:30PM, Dec 9 2011 For pricing, you must contact our sales office. As far as suggestions that are affordable, I recommend the Tropical Brown pictured on this page, as well as Tan Brown/Baltic Brown. Hope this helps!
• Marble.com - Derek 03:35PM, Dec 9 2011 I'm leaning toward butterscotch glazed cabinets along with brown knobs for your design. I do not think this set-up will be too busy but rather it will have a warm, timeless, and classic feel. Go for it!
• Ann Marie 06:25PM, Dec 8 2011 I am completely remodeling my kitchen.  I have rialto beige tiles on the floor, natural rustic hickory cabinets, the back splash is desert quartz ledgestone, I have stainless steel appliances.  There is not much light in the kitchen, it's an older log cabin.  The kitchen is opened to the dining room which is all wide plank board, that are a golden oak color.  The kitchen is about 12x10.  I have a sample of castor imperiale, but I was wondering if you might have a better choice.  I'm in the Pennsylvania area but can come to NJ to look at other choices.  Could you also tell me what price group the other choices may come in, since my budget is getting tight
• Carla 01:21AM, Dec 8 2011 I am building, and for the kitchen I am torn between two cabinet colors, maple cream glaze or butterscotch glaze.  I am doing Santa Cecilia granite for the counter tops.  A dark hardwood for the floor, hand scraped, in a spice tint color.  And I would like the island and butler's pantry to be an espresso color.  The back splash are 12x12 tiles in a diamond pattern with a slight gold marbling and 1 inch muted gold tiles across the middle, spaced about 6 inches apart.  Which cabinet color would you choose?  Or do you think this would all be too buys?  Last question, would I use brown or silver knobs?
• Marble.com - Kinga 04:37PM, Dec 1 2011 I feel the Silver Maple tile would tie in your appliances very well while complimenting your cabinets.
• Marble.com - Derek 09:40PM, Nov 9 2011 You're welcome. Let me know what you end up choosing!
• Marble.com - Derek 09:06PM, Nov 9 2011 Since the kitchen has various color tones implemented, a neutral yet warm and inviting backsplash could be tumbled Noce travertine in a Versailles pattern. I've attached an image for your reference. Let me know how you feel about this suggestion!
• Marble.com - Kinga 09:28PM, Nov 8 2011 I agree. Going lighter on the floor would be a fantastic idea for your space!
• Shannon 06:35PM, Nov 6 2011 Thanks! I love the paint selections and the Silver Maple is very eye catching
• Shannon 06:34PM, Nov 6 2011 Thank you for these suggestions!  Love the subway & ming glass
• Cherylleon 02:49PM, Nov 5 2011 I have white kitchen cabinets and Tropic Brown granite countertops. What color backsplash would you recommend? Also, I am about to repaint the kitchen. Currently I have an old Sherwin Williams color called Silken Web. Any other color recommendations for a kitchen with red, green and yellow accents? Thanks!
• Marble.com - Derek 08:30PM, Nov 4 2011 I'd use a golden oak wood floor for your design, or something similar to that shade of natural wood. Good luck!
• Marble.com - Derek 06:09PM, Nov 4 2011 That seems to be correct. These tiles need to be sealed because they are natural stone. We do not install tile backsplash.
• chantel 05:32PM, Nov 4 2011 We have dark cherry cabinets, the new venetian gold countertops, and a light cream backsplash.  What color would you recommend for the hardwood floors?
• Marble.com - Derek 09:21PM, Nov 2 2011 Mary,
  
  Bring samples home of some lighter choices (Santa Cecilia, Giallo Ornamental) as well as some darker options (Tropical Brown, Imperial Coffee, Desert Brown) and put them in your bathroom to see how you like them in the space. Use process of elimination! Personally, I'd use the Tropical Brown, I do not think it's too dark. Hope this helps.
• Marble.com - Derek 09:11PM, Nov 2 2011 For backsplash, I recommend a Capella honed marble mosaic or a subway & ming glass mixed mosaic. These options will provide the sleek, modern look you're seeking. I've attached images for your reference.
• Marble.com - Kinga 07:03PM, Nov 2 2011 If you want a modern look, a white subway tile is a perfect choice for a backsplash paired with a light paint color like Benjamin Moore’s “Icicle” or “Alpine White”. If you prefer a glass tile, check out Folia Collection Accent Glass in Silver Maple. Let me know what you think!
• Allcountytitle 06:36PM, Nov 2 2011 I assume the sample on the left is the Crema Marfil tumbled marble and the one next to it is the tumbled Durango travertine?  Do they both need to be sealed?  Does your company install tile backsplash in addition to granite countertops?
• Shannon 04:40PM, Oct 30 2011 Also, my appliances will all be stainless steel if this helps!
• Shannon 04:28PM, Oct 30 2011 I am redoing my very tiny (49sq. ft.) kitchen with shaker-style maple cabinets and the tropical brown granite countertop.  What color paint and style backsplash would you recommend? I want the look to be modern, but I'm afraid the wrong backsplash could make the space look even smaller than it is.
• Marble.com - Derek 07:02PM, Oct 27 2011 My vote is also for the Tropical Brown. You can also take a look at lighter and warmer colors such as Santa Cecilia and Giallo Cathedral.
• Marble.com - Derek 05:09PM, Oct 27 2011 Is this for the bathroom or kitchen?
• Marble.com - Derek 12:37PM, Oct 27 2011 I don't necessarily think Tropical Brown is too dark, but a lighter choice would be more appropriate for your set-up to offset the dark oak cabinetry. My suggestions for you to consider are Sunset Ivory, Amba Gold, and Colonial Cream. Let us know your thoughts!
• Marble.com - Kinga 11:31AM, Oct 27 2011 Now that I have a better understanding of the space, I’m definitely learning towards something lighter like Giallo Ornamental, Manhattan, Surf Green and Golden Rock. Click here for a comparison table http://www.marble.com/material.... If you notice, most of my suggestions have rich green tones in them. Since you have so much of the brown tile, I feel adding an organic color like a green to compliment your walls would break up the space and give it visual balance. Let me know how you feel about these suggestions!
• Mary 12:11AM, Oct 27 2011 Thanks!  Our cabinet is stained in Special Walnut and the walls are an olive green with the floor, tub surround, and shower in the Belluno brown tile.  Do you think the tropical brown is too dark?  Would you use a granite with a lighter background?
• Marble.com - Kinga 07:28PM, Oct 26 2011 I feel the Netuno Bordeaux might be too busy for the space. The Tropical Brown pictured above would be a stunning choice that would tie the space together.
• Mary 05:48PM, Oct 26 2011 I am looking for granite for a double vanity and am considering tropical brown or the netuno bordeaux.  Our floor and wall tile is Marazzi Belluno (brown with movement) with some Cortina (off white) accents.  I'm questioning whether the bordeaux has too much movement since our tile is not consistent.  Any suggestions?
• Marble.com - Kinga 11:39AM, Oct 26 2011 What kind of a look are you going for? If you want a modern feel with a sharp and sleek contrast, consider painting your cabinets a clean and crisp white. If you are looking for a traditional feel, take a look at Minwax “Special Walnut” or “Gunstock” stain. Let me know what you think!
• Marble.com - Kinga 12:51PM, Oct 25 2011 I must agree with your mom - the Tropical Brown would be too dark. Check out Astoria, Santa Cecilia Real and Tahoe. Let me know what you think of these suggestions!
• Lori 04:09AM, Oct 25 2011 We have tropic brown marble counter tops on outdated oak cabinets. I want to re-stain the cabinets but don't know what color. We have white 18" tile floors. What color do you suggest for the cabinets?
• Robin 07:25PM, Oct 23 2011 My mom is slowly re-doing her kitchen.  She will be keeping her dark oak cabinets, has stainless steal with black accent appliances, just put in a warm beige ceramic tile and now to decide on countertops.  I like tropical brown but she feels it might be too dark.  Your thoughts? Thank you in advance for any advise!
• Marble.com - Derek 01:54PM, Oct 20 2011 I'd like to compliment you on the red accent wall, that's very bold and creative, I'm enjoying your vision very much. As for backsplash tiles, my recommendations are on both sides of the spectrum. A busier but rich option such as a 2" x 2" Melograno marble mosaic (first image) would compliment the reds in your design, but an option such as a Mocha split face travertine mosaic in a Versailles pattern (second image) is a softer and calmer choice that would compliment your granite beautifully. Let us know what you think about our suggestions! :)
• Marble.com - Kinga 01:23PM, Oct 20 2011 I really like the Calla Lily paint for your design. It's a warm choice so go for it!
• Marble.com - Kinga 12:18PM, Oct 20 2011 If you want a classic look, a tumbled Botticino marble or tumbled Noce travertine with accent tiles would be a wonderful option. If you are looking for a modern feel, a glass tile mosaic would give you the look you are after. Another wonderful option is a combination mosaic composed of glass and natural stone. I’m attaching some photos for your reference. Let me know what you think!
• Marble.com - Derek 07:16PM, Oct 19 2011 It's not too dark and a very warm tone. This color would compliment your cabinets nicely and offset the Tropical Brown granite. It surely could work, I recommend to get a sample/swatch of this color and bring it home.
• Gigi 02:37PM, Oct 19 2011 What backsplash would work with medium oak cabinets, tropical brown granite countertop, desert khaki flooring.  I want to paint at least one wall in the kitchen red and the others not sure.  My appliances are white and I can not change them at this time.
• Teri 03:09PM, Oct 18 2011 Thank you for your input.  Do you think Benjamin Moore's "Calla Lily" would be too dark or would clash?
  
• Marble.com - Derek 02:03PM, Oct 18 2011 Is everything already installed and finished? Do you have an option to change any aspects of this design? As Kinga beautifully explained, you may want a stone that is a little lighter for a happy and warm contrast. The bathroom should be light and airy, therefore granite choices such as New Venetian Gold, Giallo Ornamental, and Santa Cecilia may be more appropriate. However, the Tropical Brown does go well with your cabinet color, so do not panic as it's still a solid set-up, just make sure you have plenty of natural light shining inside if so. Hope this helps.
• Marble.com - Derek 01:41PM, Oct 18 2011 Tropical Brown is a fine, appropriate, and timeless choice. For backsplash tile you may want to use a 2" x 2" Baja Cream tumbled travertine. For wall color, the always classic Benjamin Moore "Linen White" will do the job nicely. I've attached pictures of my recommendations to help you envision my plans. Hope this helps.
• Marble.com - Kinga 09:55PM, Oct 14 2011 I’m a little worried the combination is rather dark and does seem to blend. Do you have an option to change the vanity top or at least tiles? If you can change your granite, a stone like New Venetian Gold would provide a beautiful contrast. If you cannot change it, consider doing your walls very light to brighten up the space.
• Kamy 09:41PM, Oct 14 2011 Our bathroom has tropical brown counter top and wyoming cherry java cabinets....and ceramic truffle field tiles. Do they blend?
• Marble.com - Kinga 09:35PM, Oct 14 2011 If you do go as dark as the Tropical Brown, which would look stunning against medium oak cabinets, you should keep your backsplash very light like a Crema Marfil tumbled marble or tumbled Durango travertine to brighten up the space. For paint, as I suggested in your other post, check out Benjamin Moore’s “Simply Irresistible”, “Icicle” and “Twisted Oak Path” because these wall colors will give your space a warm feel while showcasing your granite. Let me know what you think!
• Teri 08:49PM, Oct 14 2011 We have a small kitchen (2 windows) with honey-colored oak cabinets and a white ceramic-tile floor.  I like the tight pattern of the Tropical Brown granite.  Do you think it would be too dark for my kitchen.  What tile would you suggest for a backsplash and what paint color would you recommend?  I was leaning toward a goldish color.
• Marble.com - Kinga 04:21PM, Oct 7 2011 If there is anything else you need, do not hesitate to ask!
• Lynn 04:18PM, Oct 7 2011 ok thank you!  I like the Lighthouse Landing.
• Marble.com - Kinga 02:10PM, Oct 7 2011 Also take a look at Benjamin Moore’s ”Lancaster Whitewash” and “Lighthouse Landing”. I feel these colors would compliment your stone and cabinets without clashing. Let me know what you think!
  
• Marble.com - Derek 02:02PM, Oct 7 2011 A softer and calmer shade such as Benjamin Moore line colors "Linen White" or "Navajo White" would be more appropriate in this set-up. Hope this helps!
• Lynn 01:36PM, Oct 7 2011 I just recieved my new (Maple) vanity in my bathroom.  I chose Tropical Brown granite  for the top, however I'm dissapointed in the wall color.  It's  Sherwin-Williams         Torchlight and clashes.  What color paint do you suggest that would compliment the granite??
• Marble.com - Kinga 11:58AM, Oct 7 2011 I’m leaning towards a light Durango travertine backsplash with accent tiles as it will tie both spaces, the kitchen and dining area, together.
• Marble.com - Derek 03:13PM, Oct 6 2011 For the backsplash, I very much recommend options such as 2" x 2" Beige & Mocha tumbled travertine mosaic (first image), or a 2" x 2" Emperador Light marble tile (second image). By the way, I think the Tropical Brown will look stunning against a Butterscotch colored wood cabinet.
• Jkharris 02:45PM, Oct 6 2011 I am preparing for kitchen remodel.  The cabinets will be either honey maple or Shenandoah Butterscotch.  We were considering Tropical Brown granite counter tops. The ceramic tile color has not been chosen.  There is a peninsula that divides the kitchen from the dining area.  The dining area has Cherry color wood floors with warm reddish stain.  What color of tile and back splash would you recommend?  There is a fair amount of natural light.
• Marble.com - Derek 06:05PM, Aug 17 2011 Tan Brown would pick up your cabinets perfectly while not being overly 'matchy-matchy'. This is a great choice for your set-up, and I'd use a wall color such as Benjamin Moore 'Morristown Cream' or 'Bashful' or brighten up the space. It's a tie for me between Giallo Vicenza and Tan Brown as both are solid and appropriate options. You should look at both stones in-person and put a cabinet door sample against the slabs to see which combination you are attracted to more. Make your decision based off that. Good luck!
• Ericafij 12:51PM, Aug 17 2011 We went with the Tan Brown as well and chose Toffee Glaze (by Valspar) as the paint color, with our tile being Rilato Noce, I stated below it was Rilato Beige and I was incorrect.  Good luck!
• R Shousterman 11:52AM, Aug 17 2011 Thanks Derek.  My husband showed me the tan brown and that seems to have a spice tone as well as a red tone.  Would this work for the countertop or do you still prefer the giallo vincenza?
  
  What would you then recommend for the paint colour?
• Marble.com - Derek 01:14PM, Aug 9 2011 The Giallo Vicenza would create a greater warmth in the bathroom as it picks-up your cabinet color better than a stone in the family of Tropical Brown. For edge, I'm leaning toward half bullnose for a soft feel and it is not overly busy for the design. In regard to wall color, a shade that picks up the hardware is appropriate, I have Benjamin Moore 'Healing Aloe' in-mind.
• R Shousterman 12:04AM, Aug 7 2011 We are in the middle of a complete remodel of our vacation home.  In the guest bathroom we have chosen Portenza Terra di Siena tiles.  The cabinets are by Merrilot.  They are maple and stained spice. We are torn between two granites for the countertop:  suede (which we think may be tropical brown but are not certain) and giallo vincenza.
  
  Is suede another name for tropical brown or is it something different, and, if different, what is it called?
  
  Which would you recommend?
  
  What about the edge:  half bullnose or straight edge?
  
  Any suggested paint color?  The hardware is brushed nickel.
  
  Thank you.
• Marble.com - Derek 04:33PM, Aug 5 2011 A splash of "green-blue" shade for the wall color will pick-up the Emerald Pearl as this granite has dark green undertones and blueish reflective flecks. My recommendation is Benjamin Moore "Palladian Blue" and I've attached a sample palette of this color to my response. Good luck!
• Marble.com - Kinga 12:04PM, Aug 4 2011 You can most definitely make it work! All you have to do is keep the backsplash light like a tumbled Crema Marfil marble tile with Emerald Pearl tile accents and your space would work very well. Also, if you add Emerald Pearl knobs to your cabinets, it would tie the space together even more while adding an interesting, not so expected, fun element to the kitchen. Consider using a very light green paint in the kitchen to tie the space together like Benjamin Moore’s “Tint of Mint”.
• Ericafij 03:11AM, Aug 4 2011 We agree that the Tan Brown looks best with the cabinets, but we really like the Emerald Pearl and were hoping there was a way to make it work.  Thank you for your help!
• Marble.com - Kinga 05:29PM, Aug 2 2011 I completely agree with Derek. The Tan Brown is the perfect stone for your cabinets. The red tones will highlight the cabinets and pull the design very well. My vote is also for the Tan Brown.
• Marble.com - Derek 03:51PM, Aug 2 2011 I'm leaning toward the Tan Brown because it's reddish undertones and flecks will compliment your cabinet color beautifully. The Emerald Pearl has very shiny and reflective flecks that may not fit your design nicely, and the color scheme may be off if you put your cabinet sample against the Tropical Brown. My vote goes for the classic Tan Brown.
• Ericafij 02:19AM, Aug 2 2011 We are in the middle of a complete remodel of our kitchen.  We are torn between 2 granites, maybe now 3. Emerald Pearl, Tan Brown and the third being Tropical Brown.  Our cabinets are Chocolate with Ebony Glaze.  Our tile is Rilato Beige.  We are open to any suggestions on the granite we should go with.  We have 76 sq ft!   We currently do not have a piece of the tropical brown.
• Marble.com - Kinga 08:14PM, Jul 14 2011 Derek makes a very valid point. If you are concerned about the re-sale value, the Tropical Brown is a solid choice for your setup. Otherwise, go for the unique look of two granites introduced into one space.
• Marble.com - Derek 01:43PM, Jul 14 2011 The island can be a different granite color to spice up the design, if you can pull it off correctly. A uniform Tropical Brown color throughout the whole space is a safe choice and is sure to keep resale value at a steady high, but if you want to be unique then a Labradorite Green island and Tropical Brown perimeter combination will look stunning!
• Donna 09:11PM, Jul 12 2011 we have "yellowish" stained birch cabinets, oak hardwood floors and bisque appliances (for now).  I am thinking of tropic brown granite or labador green granite.  Should island be same granite or different?  Lots of natural light in kitchen/dining area.
• Marble.com - Derek 05:45PM, Jun 27 2011 Ubatuba is a wonderful choice! It would compliment your oak cabinetry very well. If you can, pick up these similar colors to take a look also: Golden Jade and Brasso Green. Good luck!
• Karen 02:38AM, Jun 26 2011 We brought home a large piece of the Tropical Brown and decided that it might blend in too much with the oak cabinets and oak floors.  I have now brought in large pieces of Ubatuba and Black Pearl.  I am leaning more towards the Ubatuba but am still thinking that I should look at other black choices.  What do you think of the Ubatuba or possibly another one? I haven't been able to get a piece of the Butterfly Antique that you suggested.  I think I may be able to tomorrow though.
• Marble.com - Kinga 03:53PM, Jun 23 2011 Before I re-did my kitchen floor, I had beautiful vinyl tiles. They looked like slate and the colors were literally perfect for my setup at that time. I wanted vinyl because I felt they were easier to maintain and softer to walk on. Well they started coming off especially near the sink where water tends to splash. When I tried to have them re-glued, some tiles actually got deformed so I would have to buy new ones to replace them. I ended up ripping the vinyl out, replacing them with tiles and I now have absolutely zero problems. As far as the glass tile is concerned, I think that the look will be very trendy for a long time. I feel the trend will turn into a classic quite soon. The timeless feel of glass can spice up any design so go for it!
• Marble.com - Derek 02:12PM, Jun 22 2011 Glass tile has been very popular lately, and I think the trend will continue. This material is stain resistant and impervious to liquids such as water. Being non-porous makes glass resistant to the growth of mold or mildew. It's a timeless choice, just makes sure to have it professionally installed because this type of tile is difficult to cut and if the grouting is not perfect it may show through the tiles. The only other disadvantage I can think of, is that it's possible for the glass tiles to be scratched, so you have to be a little careful. Hope this helps.
• Marble.com - Derek 01:41PM, Jun 22 2011 Vinyl flooring is not a bad choice, it's lower maintenance than a ceramic tile floor. The only practical disadvantages are that sharp objects falling on vinyl floors may rip or gauge it, and the colors can fade with exposure to too much direct sunlight and the floors can be damaged by extreme temperatures. This means it's not recommended for outdoor use, but that does not apply in this situation. Technology has improved and the new vinyl flooring has wonderful designs/colors, and generally does not peel off with proper installation and adhesives used. The biggest disadvantage is the resale value and the "look" of the material. In comparison, ceramic tile is very attractive, waterproof, relatively easy to maintain and long lasting. It's also considered cost effective for the value it provides. In addition, ceramic floor tile is extremely versatile, as it can be used indoors or outdoors and is available in many colors, sizes and looks. In the end, the decision is yours to make and I just wanted to give you some food for thought. Let us know what you end up using!
• Jill 10:21PM, Jun 21 2011 Thanks, Kinga, for the recommendations. When you mentioned that vinyl "tends to come off over time," did you mean the vinyl squares or edges will curl up and need reglued? Also, have the glass tiles been popular for quite a while? Do you think they will remain popular? Again, thank you!
• Marble.com - Kinga 02:03PM, Jun 21 2011 I like the Tropical Brown for your setup. I would definitely keep the sink bisque to match the appliances. As far as your floor is concerned, the grout may become discolored and come out but it would take a very long for that to happen. If you feel more comfortable with vinyl floor, go for it! Keep in mind that vinyl floors do not have much re-sale value and there’s more maintenance required since they tend to come off over time. I would probably do a tile instead since grout can be sealed to prevent it from discoloring and staining. Should it ever come out, you can re-grout the floor yourself. I would keep the backsplash very light like the always classic tumbled marble with some glass tile inserts for a pop of color. I would use a dominant color from the kitchen, the entire house or your favorite color to spice up the backsplash. Since your color palette is neutral, adding a splash of color would add more visual interest to the space.
• Jill 01:03PM, Jun 21 2011 We have bisque appliances and new biscotti (look like a butterscotch color) cabinets with mocha glaze. We're considering light gray (with hint of tan) NAFCO flooring. We like tropic brown granite which seems to go well with choices. However, should we do tile floors instead? We've heard tile is so hard to stand on and grout may easily discolor; NAFCO is a more comfortable vinyl product. Sink recommendation: stainless or bisque color? Also, we need backsplash--any suggestions are sincerely appreciated. Thanks.
• Marble.com - Derek 03:39PM, Jun 20 2011 You can use a darker color for a sleek set-up, try Butterfly Antique. I recommend to pick up samples of the stones and bring them home to see how they look next to your cabinets in the kitchen light.
• Marble.com - Derek 02:50PM, Jun 20 2011 For backsplash material a tumbled travertine tile will compliment the Tropical Brown stone nicely and create warmth in the design. Take a look at the Rhine or Mocha variety.
• Karen 09:41PM, Jun 18 2011 We have somewhat light oak cabinets and oak hardwood floors. We are trying to decide on a granite color. I have counter and cabinet space on each side of the center island (which has a gas cooktop). Our appliances are stainless steel. We are thinking of Tropical Brown granite but aren't sure if that's enough of a contrast. I don't want everything to blend together. Please help!
• karen 12:14AM, Jun 18 2011 I have the tropical brown granite and pearl colored cabinets. Can you recommend a color combination for the backsplash?
• Marylyn 01:30PM, May 8 2011 I have light maple cabinets, white appliances , terracota tile floor and yellow walls. What color granite would be best?
  • All Granite and Marble 09:22AM, May 9 2011 Marylyn: The Tropical Brown pictured here is a nice choice, some other options could be Giallo Vicenza, Baltic Brown, and Boreal.
• Marlee 11:14PM, Apr 29 2011 We want to use tropical brown granite on our bathroom vanities and the sinks are kohler sandstone color. Will this go together and what cool stain should we use. We have brushed nickel faucets and hardware
  • All Granite and Marble 01:02PM, May 4 2011 Marlee: The Tropical Brown is a great choice for a vanity granite, it is strong, durable, and very pretty. You should use a honey colored stain for the cabinet.
• Jason 09:26PM, Apr 20 2011 We are in the middle of a Shenandoah butterscotch glaze kitchen cabinet install. The walls in the area are all antique white. The porcelain tile is slightly darker than the cabinets. All of our appliances are stainless. The adjacent hallway and dining room floors are finished with Brazilian cherry hard wood. Lastly, the peninsula that separates the kitchen from the dining room actually overlaps on to the cherry by about a ½ inch. Tropical brown is our first choice since it will provide some needed contrast. Any other recommendations? Thank you.
  • All Granite and Marble 11:40AM, Apr 21 2011 Jason: Tropical Brown is a wonderful and safe choice. Another option could be Baltic Brown.
• jeremy 09:15PM, Apr 19 2011 we are doing a brown/tan tile with dark cabinets, stainless appliances and macadamia nut color walls, do you think tropic brown will accent all colors?
  • All Granite and Marble 12:53PM, Apr 20 2011 Jeremy: Yes, the Tropical Brown is an appropriate medium and will compliment your set-up nicely. Another option could be Desert Brown.
• altima 08:13PM, Apr 4 2011 i have tropic brown back splash, would Santa Cecilia countertops look ok
  • All Granite and Marble 07:46AM, Apr 5 2011 Altima: What color are your cabinets and other design elements?
• Marissa 02:01PM, Apr 3 2011 We are remodeling our kitchen. We bought medium Oak colored cabinets. Were debating between tropical brown or uba tuba granite. Weren't sure what color tile floor or backsplash would look better with either color granite. Any help would be appreciated.
  • All Granite and Marble 11:21AM, Apr 4 2011 Marissa: I'm leaning towards Ubatuba for a dramatic contrast and elegant feel. For backsplash, I recommend a tumbled Noce travertine tile.
• rosemary 12:22AM, Mar 12 2011 I am building a new home and I am stumped with a granite color for my 2nd bath. I have a mocha brown stain color for the cabinets (dark oak) and a sandstone beige tile floor. I orginally picked verde butterfly but I am having second thoughts. I read a lot of post that said it is hard to keep clean. totally confused! Any suggestions
  • All Granite and Marble 08:29AM, Mar 15 2011 Rosemary: I do not think the Verde Butterfly is hard to maintain. It's a dark and durable stone, low maintenance.
• Lucy 03:23PM, Mar 7 2011 I have white cabinets, my walls are red and my floor is a light white grayish cermaic. I'm looking at either st cecilia or tropical brown. What will work best?
  • All Granite and Marble 09:10AM, Mar 8 2011 Lucy: I'm leaning towards the Santa Cecilia. It has some wine colored flecks that may compliment the wall color and it will create a warm feel against the light cabinets.
• Julie 01:45PM, Mar 2 2011 I have medium oak cabinets & black appliances. We are going to paint the walls a light golden color & accent with a brick red. Would tropic brown or amarello boreal granite look the best for counter-tops??
  • All Granite and Marble 09:24AM, Mar 3 2011 Julie : I'm leaning towards Amarello Boreal because it will create a warmer contrast to offset the oak wood.
• Judy 06:11PM, Feb 20 2011 I have Kraftmaid Maple cabinets, cinnamon color, stainless steel appliances and an oak wood floor. I don't want to make the cabinets look to red, any granite color suggestions.
  • All Granite and Marble 09:23AM, Feb 21 2011 Judy: I'd use a warm lighter color. Some recommendations are Giallo Ornamental, Santa Cecilia Light, and Astoria. Let me know what you think.
• Maria 11:31AM, Jan 21 2011 I have dark oak cabinets and am trying to pick a granite with brown,black and gold tones. Can you tell me what would work best?
  • All Granite and Marble 10:43AM, Jan 24 2011 Maria: Try Amarello Boreal.
• Bonnie 06:04PM, Jan 18 2011 i have an island with tropical brown and would like to change the outlying tops from laminate to granite. i am thinking of going with a contrasting granite on this or possibly using the same as the island, if i do decide to go with the contrast do you have a suggestion as to a color that would work? My cabinets are cherry
  • All Granite and Marble 12:05PM, Jan 19 2011 Bonnie: I recommend to use a contrast, some suggestions are Giallo Ornamental, Santa Cecilia Light, and Astoria. Let me know what you think of these.
• Patti V 12:15PM, Jan 17 2011 Do you think Tropical Brown would work with honey oak cabinets and black appliances? Would you have any other suggestions?
  • All Granite and Marble 12:55PM, Jan 17 2011 Patti V: Yes, Tropical Brown is a great choice for your set-up. Some other wonderful suggestions are Amarello Boreal and Tan Brown.
• Maggie 12:40PM, Jan 9 2011 We have decided on a Tropical Brown countertop. Cabinets are Maple, can you recommend floor and backsplash?
  • All Granite and Marble 08:22AM, Jan 10 2011 Maggie: For backsplash, I recommend a tumbled Noce travertine tile. As far as flooring goes, try "Serene White" Porcelain tile.
• John 12:27PM, Jan 7 2011 I have Maple Amaretto Creme Cabinets With Brown Floor tiles, I'm having tough time deciding on Granite would Baltic Brown work?
  • All Granite and Marble 01:02PM, Jan 7 2011 John: The Baltic Brown is a perfect choice to offset your cabinet color as well as the Tropical Brown pictured on this page.
• Patrice 01:07PM, Jan 6 2011 White cabinets with brushed nickel knob/pulls.
  • All Granite and Marble 02:02PM, Jan 6 2011 Patrice: The Tropical Brown is a wonderful choice to offset the white cabinets and it's a warm brown color that will compliment the sunny tones in your design, go for it!
• Patrice 04:46PM, Jan 5 2011 We are looking at Tropical Brown counters with white mosaic subway tile for backsplash. Our walls are B.M. Hampton Green, which I love. Will this color still work? I like a sunny, clean room.
  • All Granite and Marble 01:01PM, Jan 6 2011 Patrice: What color are your cabinets?
• Kathy 01:05PM, Dec 28 2010 My kitchen cabinets and floor are red oak. My island bar is tropic brown. Appliances & sink are stainless. Am looking for backsplash and countertop ideas for the remainder of my large kitchen. I like a traditional country or French Country look.
  • All Granite and Marble 08:37AM, Dec 29 2010 Kathy: For backsplash, I recommend a tumbled Botticino marble or Capadoccia Glass tile. For the perimeter granite, Santa Cecilia Light or Giallo Ornamental would tie-in nicely.
• Cathy 08:02AM, Oct 20 2010 Have chosen coffee glazed maple cabinets but am unable to decide on granite countertop, floor tile and backsplash. Appliances are SS.
  • All Granite and Marble 10:04AM, Oct 20 2010 Cathy : Try a light stone like Atlantis or Santa Cecilia.
• Anne Tashjian 11:40AM, Sep 26 2010 I have white cabinets, appliances and benj moore bleeker beige on walls. looking for a contrasting counter top color
  • All Granite and Marble 10:53AM, Sep 28 2010 Anne Tashjian: Try Tropical Brown.
• Mark 12:26PM, Sep 16 2010 I am installilng tropical brown granite, would a Kinder granite sink slate(graphite) color look good? I have light cupboards and light brown tile flooring.
  • All Granite and Marble 09:38AM, Sep 17 2010 Mark: Yes, your sink choice will compliment the Tropical Brown granite nicely.
• Brian 12:57PM, Aug 9 2010 We're renovating our kitchen to include Kraftmaid maple cabinets with a "praline" color tone and Ragno Boardwalk floor tile, which is a "sandstone" tone with shades of beige, rust and gold. The kitchen measures 12' x 12' . Would you recommend Tropical Brown granite for the counter tops? We want a good contrast but don't want to stray too far from the 'safe zone'. Thanks!
  • All Granite and Marble 11:39AM, Aug 10 2010 Brian: Good choice. The Tropical Brown has just enough contrast for your set-up. You may even go a darker with a stone like Tan Brown.
• Annie 11:09AM, Aug 5 2010 I have medium cherry cabinets with imperial black granite and a bar counter with tropical brown granite. What backsplash and wall paint would look good with this? Thanks!
  • All Granite and Marble 11:47AM, Aug 5 2010 Annie: Try tumbled noce travertine tile for backsplash and a lighter neutral creamy wall color to break up the dark accents in your design.
• dwebster 02:59PM, May 17 2010 I have dark cappuccino brown cabinets with noce travertine backsplash, noce tile floors, and Sherwin williams baguette walls. I'm looking to upgrade to granite but struggling with the color. Would this have enough warm tones?
• Jane 05:51PM, May 8 2010 I have white cabinets, stainless steel applinace,blue/brown tile floor. Would you recommand Tropical Brown or Brown Tan or Giallo Ornamental as countertop?
  • All Granite and Marble 09:01AM, May 10 2010 Jane: White cabinets give you a very open design plan, I'm leaning towards the Tropical Brown, it's darker than the Ornamental for more contrast, but not overly dark in tone like the Tan Brown.
• Bertha 01:12PM, May 4 2010 We have medium oak cabinets with light tiles, plenty of light, ss appliaces. will tropical brown look mordern or tan brown
  • All Granite and Marble 09:23AM, May 5 2010 Bertha: Neither one will look great, but i'm leaning towards the Tropical Brown.
• cds 11:14PM, Apr 1 2010 we have golden oak cabinets. would tropical brown be ok? we have white appliances. what do you recommend for tile and wood flooring?
  • All Granite and Marble 09:05AM, Apr 2 2010 cds: Tropical Brown looks excellent with golden colored cabinetry! For tile I suggest a tumbled travertine tile, and you can also use Oak for the floors.
• C.J. 01:27PM, Mar 7 2010 We have saltillo tile floors - would painted cabinets with black brushed granite or medium stained cabinets with tropical brown granite look best ? Or can you suggest another combination -
  • All Granite and Marble 12:47PM, Mar 8 2010 C.J.: What color will be the cabinets? Generally light color cabinets go well with dark granite, and vice versa. Contrast is the key!
• liz 12:47PM, Feb 24 2010 What color paint for a kitchen would go with this granite and honey maple cabinets with s/s applicances. As far as tumbled marble for backsplash what color - You have been a great help with this kitchen remodel.
  • All Granite and Marble 03:42PM, Feb 24 2010 liz: A neutral beige color for the walls, perhaps Benjamin Moore "Honeyed Almond" will be appropriate. Try Bottocino marble for backsplash.
• Ashley 09:56PM, Jan 12 2010 We have a small galley kitchen. We are planning to have maple honey spice cabinets and black appliances. Will Tropical Brown for countertop work and what can be used for backsplash to make the kitchen look not too dark?
  • All Granite and Marble 08:34AM, Jan 13 2010 Ashley: It will look great. For backsplash keep it simple -- subway tile.
• Bob 06:38PM, Dec 29 2009 We have honey oak cabinet and stainless steel black appliances. Would you recommend tropical brown, Giallo Ornamental, or Giallo Vicenza for the countertop? Thank you.
  • All Granite and Marble 07:56AM, Dec 30 2009 Bob: Tropical Brown.
• miguel 11:05PM, Nov 10 2009 We are in the process of a basement remodel with a wet bar. Going with espresso cabinets with a cream/beige floor tile. We were thinking of going with tropical brown for the countertops. Any comments or other suggestions? My thoughts on this is that a medium to dark granite would be more appropriate for a wet bar setting
  • All Granite and Marble 05:54PM, Nov 11 2009 miguel: That is an excellent idea, Tropical Brown would look great, also check out Giallo Veneziano for a lighter option.
• Phyllis 12:06PM, Nov 8 2009 We have chosen tropical brown granite counters. We will be refinishing our oak cabinets. What color would you suggest for the cabinets? What color and pattern for the backsplash? We have oak hardwood floors.
  • All Granite and Marble 10:24AM, Nov 9 2009 Phyllis: Light cabinets and perhaps a tumbled travertine backsplash.
• vickie 05:48PM, Oct 16 2009 We are remodeling kitchen, cabinets are on darker side, we have picked out swanstone black sink, delta pull down rubbed venetian and have light tiled floors and have picked out tropic brown granite...my ??? What color for the travertone backsplash....thanks
  • All Granite and Marble 09:08AM, Oct 17 2009 vickie: The backsplash should be a light earth-tone color, the decision is ultimately yours. Have fun with the backplash!
• Shelly 08:07AM, Oct 1 2009 I think I might have answered this twice but....I have honey oak cabinets and a brown ceramic/laminate floor from Empire Carpets.
  • All Granite and Marble 10:10AM, Oct 1 2009 Shelly: I would go with the cafe brown sink.
• shelly 10:26PM, Sep 29 2009 I have decided on Tropical Brown countertops. Now I need help picking out a sink. I am leaning towards Silgranit by Blanco but having a hard time picking a color....I have white appliances and oak cabinets. Should I choose white, cafe brown or black sink? Please help!
  • All Granite and Marble 09:22AM, Sep 30 2009 shelly: What color are your cabinets and floor?
• stephanie 02:10PM, Sep 17 2009 Thanks for the suggestion, did you mean ceramic, not crematic, if not what is crematic I am having such trouble with this backsplash also my walls and floor are light gold/tan. Also, the glass tile is in 12x12 with little glass squares in light brown/gold tones. Worried glass will become outdated to quick.
  • All Granite and Marble 02:57PM, Sep 17 2009 stephanie: I'm sorry I mean to write ceramic. Have you thought about slate? That is another a good option. The glass you mention sounds like an excellent idea though, the brown/gold inserts will compliment the granite.
• Stephanie 03:26PM, Sep 14 2009 Im sorry but what is subway tile. And could you recommend a color for the backsplash
  • All Granite and Marble 03:56PM, Sep 14 2009 Stephanie: The color should be a light earthtone shade, and by subway tile I mean a crematic backsplash, maybe in a brick pattern.
• Stephanie 01:34PM, Sep 14 2009 I have tropical brown granite counter tops and white cabinets. I was wondering if I could go with a glass backsplash. Not sure if it would go with white cabinets.
  • All Granite and Marble 02:53PM, Sep 14 2009 Stephanie : It would work but another option is subway tile if you like that look.
• Kunrong 12:25AM, Aug 30 2009 I have Honey oak finish cabinetry, and plan to use golden oak hardwood flooring, and stainless steel appliances. I do not to emph.the already orange glow in Kitchen. Could Tropical Brown be a good pick? If not, any recommendation?
  • All Granite and Marble 08:52AM, Aug 31 2009 Kunrong: Tropical Brown would be excellent because as you mentioned it would break down the orange shades from the Oak.
• Teena 03:38AM, Aug 10 2009 I like tropical brown granite but am having trouble choosing a cabinet color to match. What would you recommend?
  • All Granite and Marble 12:08PM, Aug 10 2009 Teena: Two options here: light cabinetry(white/off-white/maple...plenty of contrast) or dark(cherry...creates a warm, rich feel).
• Pam 10:58AM, Jul 9 2009 We have brick floors in our kitchen and have just had the cabinets painted ivory with a mocha glaze. I can't decide if gold tones or cream tone granites would be right. Please help!
  • All Granite and Marble 10:14AM, Jul 13 2009 Pam: Gold tone would set nice in the kitchen and might be your best selection.
• Greg 01:07PM, Jun 25 2009 We're remodelling our galley style kitchen that has a large peninsula - SS appliances, cherry cabinets (oregano stain), and grey-beige tile; we also want to match a natural stone fireplace (greys and browns) in an adjacent room - will tropical brown work?
  • All Granite and Marble 10:49AM, Jun 26 2009 Greg: look below
• Greg 01:05PM, Jun 25 2009 We're remodelling our galley style kitchen that has a large peninsula - SS appliances, cherry cabinets (oregano stain), and grey-beige tile; we also want to match a natural stone fireplace (greys and browns) in an adjacent room - will tropical brown work?
  • All Granite and Marble 10:49AM, Jun 26 2009 Greg: Yes. It's a very flexible choice. Very neutral, but has some character to it.
• Lee 03:49PM, May 26 2009 I should probably mention that my tile and back splash are slate. The dominant colour is sage and it also has greys, light greens yellows and golds in it. Still hooked on the tropical brown. Is there any other colour you suggest? Thanks for your time.
• Lee 03:28PM, May 26 2009 I have very dark mahogany cabinets, with a sage and grey tile and a matching back splash. I have stainless/black appliances. Do you think the tropic brown would go well with this combination. I see some green in it and it looks nice up against my backsplash.
  • All Granite and Marble 09:41AM, May 27 2009 Lee: It definitely has a green hue to it. I think it's a nice combination.
• Sonia 02:14PM, May 13 2009 Considering Tropical Brown for maple, mocha glazed cabinets. Floor is oak hardwood and putting in stainless steel applicances. Does Tropical Brown work? If not, what other colors would be better with my cabinets, floor and appliances. Also saw in person Espresso Brown and Coffee Pearl. Thanks!
  • All Granite and Marble 10:40AM, May 15 2009 Sonia: All are good choices. I would maybe try to add a bit more warmth to the stone. Try Boreal, Copa Gold and the Giallo family.
• David 01:41PM, May 8 2009 I have tropical brown countertops and red oak cabinets. Put in a Noce tile floor and I'm not to happy with the results. What color tile goes best with the tropical brown countertop and red oak cabinets, I can't find anything that goes well.
  • All Granite and Marble 10:12AM, May 11 2009 David: Try a much lighter tile. Click on the bottom right picture above for an example.
• Jenny 09:15AM, Apr 18 2009 Looking for a granite that will match ulti-colored slate... colors in slate are green, taupe, brick/blush, gold. Don't want anything to busy...something a little calmer.
  • All Granite and Marble 12:19PM, Apr 18 2009 Jenny: This is good. What color are the cabinets?
• Leslee 06:37PM, Apr 8 2009 We are going to have a light stained maple cabinets (golden color) do you think these would work for a Does this have alot of gold to it?
  • All Granite and Marble 07:53AM, Apr 9 2009 Leslee: This stone has very little amount of gold it's almost an undertone. But the cabinets will bring it out.
• Leslee 06:35PM, Apr 8 2009 We are going to have a light stained maple cabinets (golden color) do you think these would work for a contrast. Walls will be a light taupe. Thank you!!
  • All Granite and Marble 07:52AM, Apr 9 2009 Leslee: This would work very well together. Good choice.
• waleska 02:02PM, Apr 7 2009 do you seal tropical brown? I just had it installed and have noticed some tiny "holes" in the stone and I am concerned about stains.
  • All Granite and Marble 09:34AM, Apr 8 2009 waleska: Yes you seal every stone, but the "holes" are natural pits in the surface of the stone. They shouldn't be there because quarries usualy coat the surface to fill these kinds of pits. If they are tiny then don't worry about them. They don't affect the porosity of the stone.
• sara 12:43PM, Apr 3 2009 is tropical brown the same as tan brown?? my sister used tan brown but in this picture it looks lighter. please tell me if there is adifference between these two colors.
  • All Granite and Marble 02:43PM, Apr 3 2009 sara: Tan brown has bigger specs and has a lot more black than tropical brown. Sometimes it also has reddish tones.
• Cheryl 11:19AM, Mar 13 2009 After more consideration, I would like a granite with more movement and less consistency. Also, I'm going with travertine flooring. Suggestions, please?
  • All Granite and Marble 04:55PM, Mar 16 2009 Cheryl: Also check out Elegant Brown.
• Cheryl 10:28AM, Mar 13 2009 What would you recommend for antique white cabs with a cream appearance, s.s. appliances, and taupe walls, (gallery taupe or smokey taupe)? I don't want the cabs to start looking too yellow. I am trying to stay away from granite with too much gold or yellow. I'm hoping I can stay with my taupe walls because I found a color that I fell in love with.
  • All Granite and Marble 04:54PM, Mar 16 2009 Cheryl: This is a good choice. You could also go a bit darker for more contrast. Something like Platinum Bahia might be nice.
• Diane 10:48AM, Mar 11 2009 I forget to mention that my cabinets have a chocolate glaze.
• Diane 10:20AM, Mar 11 2009 I have nutmeg colored cabinets, ss appliances and natural red oak floors. Would tropical brown go with this?
  • All Granite and Marble 11:35AM, Mar 11 2009 Diane: It might get too close to the cabinets. Try something like Autumn Tree.
• jess 12:23AM, Mar 3 2009 we are using a green sink. would tropical brown look ok?
  • All Granite and Marble 11:45AM, Mar 9 2009 jess: Sure. It has some green in it.
• Brian 08:06PM, Feb 23 2009 I have bright white cabinets and tropic brown counters w/ travertine backsplash. Any suggestions on floor type (wood or tile). I like slate, but fear it would clash.
  • All Granite and Marble 01:57PM, Feb 27 2009 Brian: It might a bit. If you haven't already, get a sample and put it in your kitchen. See how well it works.
• Joanne 11:02AM, Feb 14 2009 I have maple cabinets, reddish oak floors and almond appliances. I also have a wallpaper with pastel colors in it. Would Tropical Brown work?
  • All Granite and Marble 10:08AM, Feb 16 2009 Joanne: It works with the cabinets, floor, and the walls but I'm not sure about the appliances. Overall it would be a good choice however.
• Kevin 05:54PM, Feb 11 2009 ..and what color are the cabinets on the pictures above that have tropical brown granite?
• Kevin 05:52PM, Feb 11 2009 Sorry, one more question (hopefully!) Would Tropical Brown look good with chestnut color cabinets, and a lighter color floor? Thanks again!
• Kevin 12:53PM, Feb 11 2009 So if we want to do tropical brown or Tan brown, what colors would you recommend for cabinets, floor, and backsplash?
  • All Granite and Marble 08:43AM, Feb 12 2009 Kevin: Chestnut, like hickory, varies in lightness to some degree. That can be an interesting effect because some of the wood will be similar in tone to the granite, while other parts would be contrasting. As for the cabinets in the photo, to me they look like stained oak, although I'm not 100% sure.
• Kevin 06:30PM, Feb 10 2009 Disregard my last posting. We have decided to do more of a walnut colored stain on both cabinets and floor. Thank God. What other colors are similar to Tropical Brown that would "pop" with medium walnut colored cabinets and a lighter walnut colored floor? Thanks!
  • All Granite and Marble 01:11PM, Feb 11 2009 Kevin: If you're absolutely set on Tropical Brown, then a lighter cabinet will be in order... perhaps a natural maple or even hickory would be a better choice. Basically, you want to have decent contrast between the cabinets and the stone. For Tan Brown you should be more than ok with the Walnut stain. Tan Brown is much darker than Tropical Brown.
• Kevin 05:23PM, Feb 10 2009 We have been told by our local cabinet/countertop guy that the light vs. dark issue is not one for our house. We have a very open floor plan with lots of natural light. We are going back and forth between a black based granite or a brown based granite. Would black maybe be better than brown considering dark Cherry stain, and Fruitwood maple floors? Or would you do something completely different and go with a lighter color? Thanks.
  • All Granite and Marble 09:02AM, Feb 11 2009 Kevin: With a medium walnut stain, tropical brown and similar colors won't really show too well. Black is always an option but I doubt you want the hassles of keeping it clean (it shows dirt a lot). Perhaps you'd settle for something like Platinum Bahia. Deep brown color with a cool look to it. Ontario brown would be something like Tropical Brown but a few shades lighter. Maybe that will help.
• Kevin 03:51PM, Feb 10 2009 We are building a home and are doing maple floors and maple cabinets in the kitchen. We are thinking of a dark cherry stain for the cabinets. Would Tropical brown look good with it? Also, do you recommmend dark or lighter color granite with what I have described? Any other color suggestions? Thanks so much!
  • All Granite and Marble 05:09PM, Feb 10 2009 Kevin: The light vs dark question should be answered first by how much light you have available, how big and open the room is, and then by my preference ;) Tropical brown should be ok, although I would check the specific slabs you're using for any hint of green in the stone. It might not go so well with the red cabinets.
• Linda 09:05AM, Jan 20 2009 I have honey oak cabinets with light colored tile floors. Would tropic brown be a good choice for a countertop?
  • All Granite and Marble 09:05AM, Jan 22 2009 Linda: Yes, a very sensible choice.
• mary 08:46PM, Nov 25 2008 also, we were looking at Baltic brown. Would you still say the black galaxy over the baltic brown too? Our only concern is with the baltic brown, how distinct are the green tones in this color. I definetly do not want the green to stand out at all.
  • All Granite and Marble 08:58AM, Nov 26 2008 mary: Well, the green is not really a major color in Baltic brown, but it is visible. The overall look is brown. Since you don't want green, I'd stick to Galaxy. Also noteworthy... Tropical Brown has a greenish hue to it (in most cases).
• mary 09:34PM, Nov 23 2008 what color granite would you recommend for a master bath with medium oak cabinets, cream tile floors, taupe tub, sink and toilet and walls are deep camel color. Accents are red, black and taupe. We were thinking tropical brown or black galaxy. Would that work
  • All Granite and Marble 09:52AM, Nov 24 2008 mary: I think out of these two stones, the Black Galaxy is the better choice. It would look more elegant and defined.
• tania 09:30PM, Sep 26 2008 i have antique white/cream cabinets wih brownish antiquing, beige floors ..would the oro napoletan be good or the tropical brown better?
  • All Granite and Marble 11:35AM, Sep 30 2008 tania: It depends how much contrast you're looking for. Darker stone will "pop" more against a white cabinet.
• Krissi 04:08PM, Sep 25 2008 I have a trad. kitchen w/an island. My cabinets are cherry maple & floor is cream. My decor is gold/green/burgandy. The walls are beige/goldish. Would TROPICAL BROWN work? I also loke Giallo Veneziano and New Venetian. Thanks for your Help!
  • All Granite and Marble 12:22PM, Sep 26 2008 Krissi: Both are good options. It all depends on how much contrast you want.
• kate 05:43PM, Sep 15 2008 I have white cabinets and want tropical brown granite will this look okay .What color wood floor would you suggest.
  • All Granite and Marble 05:42PM, Sep 25 2008 kate: For the floor... walnut? Birch might be good as well.
• Mary 09:59AM, Sep 6 2008 We will be installing ivory cabinets with mocha glaze and I have chosen Tropical Tan granite and ss appliances. I'm having second thoughts about the granite color because it is such a contrast. Floors are white-washed laminate.
  • All Granite and Marble 05:19PM, Sep 25 2008 Mary: Yea, might be a bit too strong. Try Golden Leaf.
• Felicia 01:44AM, Jul 8 2008 I have white cabinets and appliances. I am painting my walls a yellow. Will Tropical Brown granite countertops look good with this combination?
  • All Granite and Marble 05:47PM, Jul 17 2008 Felicia: Sure. With white cabinets you can really go to any warm darks.
• Robyn 04:17PM, Jun 18 2008 I have a trad. kitchen with honey oak, shaker-style cabs and a sim. toned wood floor. Counters are not huge.There is a ctr isl. with a cooktop, and a built-in desk in the area. I don't want to emph.the already orange glow. I�ve been told to make sure that there�s contrast with the cabs, and others state that contrast will emphasize the cabs.
  • All Granite and Marble 05:24PM, Jul 14 2008 Robyn: Well, both persons were right. Usually you want to contrast the cabinets to set the two apart. By doing so you bring out the most color from both. In your case a more subdued color is in order. Tropical Brown is not a bad choice in this scenario.
• JennO 04:20PM, May 5 2008 Oh, and I should probably add I have white appliances...yuck, I know but we're moving in a year or so and they are only 6 years old so I think I'm leaving them for now...also, the island is red with a brown glaze over it. Beige walls. I feel like finding a granite to work with my house is impossible!!!
  • All Granite and Marble 11:36AM, Jun 6 2008 JennO: Well, that certainly changes it up a bit. Have a look at Golden Rock Light.
• JennO 04:14PM, May 5 2008 What color granite would you recommend for distressed antique white cabinets with light beige tile floors. I obviously need some contrast but can't decide on a granite. I'm drawn to the appearance of things like New Venetian Gold, Giallo Portifino, etc, but feel I NEED something darker like Tropical Brown. Any help would be great!
  • All Granite and Marble 11:36AM, Jun 6 2008 JennO: Since the cabinets are white, anything other than white will create contrast. I wouldn't be too worried about it. Also, depending on the amount of light you have in the kitchen, the stones will look a tad darker.
• Nicole 12:12AM, Apr 24 2008 I have oak cabinets and floors and black applicances. I want something that will pick up the browns and black. I was thinking tropical brown> What do you think of that? Any other suggestions?
  • All Granite and Marble 03:57PM, May 19 2008 Nicole: Should work. Try Baltic Brown and Tan Brown as well.
• Michelle 08:15PM, Apr 14 2008 I have honey maple cabinents and black appliances and brown light fixtures. Do you think Tropical Brown will look good?
  • All Granite and Marble 12:59PM, Apr 16 2008 Michelle: It would be a nice uniform look.
• Toya 10:24PM, Apr 13 2008 I have white laminate cabinets,light green walls,hunter green blinds will tropical brown work? Floors are wooden. I seem to see a bit of green in the tropical brown granite.
  • All Granite and Marble 12:56PM, Apr 16 2008 Toya: It does have a slight greenish hue to it. So yes, it would work.
• Christy L. 10:54PM, Mar 19 2008 I am considering buying tropic brown granite. Would it be a good choice for white cabinets. I was also thinking of Uba tuba, but I don't like the green in it as much.
• Christy 11:11PM, Mar 11 2008 I'm getting shaker style cabinets in natural finish maple. I've been looking at the tropical brown. Does anyone have any other suggestions? The cabinets will age to a light golden hue.
  • All Granite and Marble 11:36AM, Apr 4 2008 Christy L. : Tropical brown will work well with white.
• Deb 11:11AM, Feb 26 2008 Tropical Brown doesn't seem to have gold, so that's why I thought it might work. Do you think it would go or that I should just avoid brown altogether? If so, what would you suggest?
  • All Granite and Marble 10:43AM, Feb 26 2008 Deb: The thing is, there really are just a few stones that have brown without any gold.
• Deb 05:13PM, Feb 22 2008 Thanks for your input. Your suggestions seem a little gold to me, and I was trying to avoid gold tones. Do you have any other suggestions?
  • All Granite and Marble 05:06PM, Feb 22 2008 Deb: Sure. How about ID27 (Autumn Tree) for a light one and ID379 (Royal Cream) for a dark one.
• Deb 03:13PM, Feb 22 2008 Could you suggest something either lighter or darker?
  • All Granite and Marble 02:53PM, Feb 22 2008 Deb: It would be ok. Perhaps something either lighter or darker than this?
• Deb 12:45PM, Feb 21 2008 Would Tropical Brown be a good countertop choice for a kitchen with med. oak cabinets, almond refrig, almond dishwasher, black oven, bone stovetop, black microwave over stove, and tile floor that is beige with bone swirls? Would you recommend a different granite?
  • All Granite and Marble 09:51AM, Jan 30 2008 Debbie:
  • All Granite and Marble 10:42AM, Feb 28 2008 Deb: It will work. I'm just worried there won't be enough contrast.
• Loretta 08:12PM, Jan 26 2008 I'm building a 56" by 90" eat-in island. Is there a edge that would deter from this being a big hunk of granite? I was steered toward demi-bullnose, but am seeing lots of sharp looking ogee on your site. I think that I was wrongly advised that ogee was for the victorian kitchen.
  • All Granite and Marble 10:01AM, Jan 30 2008 Loretta: Ogee is more of a traditional edge, but it's not exclusive to just victorian kitchens. The only time I wouldn't suggest ogee would be for a very contemporary design.
• Stephanie 08:12PM, Jan 26 2008 I have bone cabinetry, ss appliances, med. oak trim woodwork/flooring, lots of natural light -- a pretty traditional style kitchen. Would Tropical Brown be a good pick? Any other any other non-black recommedations?
  • All Granite and Marble 09:59AM, Jan 30 2008 Stephanie : Yes, it would be a nice choice.
• Jenae 03:58PM, Jan 25 2008 I have hickory hardwood floors and cabinets in the kitchen. Would Tropical Brown look good?
  • All Granite and Marble 09:46AM, Jan 30 2008 Jenae: Yes, it should provide plenty of contrast, while staying in the same warm, earthy tones.