Typhoon Bordeaux. Granite color selection for countertops

COMMENTS:

Marble.com - Derek 05:09PM, May 16 2012
How about a darker color to contrast the Netuno Bordeaux, which is an overall light granite shade? I have in mind cabinet colors such as espresso or caramel with mocha glaze.
Barrie 03:15AM, May 16 2012
We've had beautiful netuno bordeaux countertops installed. Our cabinets are currently a barley yellow (the doors) and a sage green color (the base), which do not go at all. I would like to paint the cabinets all one color and have had a terrible time trying to find the right color. I've tried Martha Stewart's sisal, and Benjamin Moore's powell buff, standish white and bone white. Nothing works. My flooring is a light oak and the lighting is yellow. Help!!
Marble.com - Derek 03:41PM, Apr 24 2012
That is my worry also -- that the slate imitation may be too busy to go along with the movement rich Siena Bordeaux. Can you upload a photo of the tile you're thinking about using so I can visualize the combination more precisely and give you an accurate opinion? Thanks!
johnson 01:32AM, Apr 21 2012
We are in the process of getting sienna bordeaux countertops and would like to change out our hardwood floors in the kitchen as well. Our cabinets are a medium cherry and the backsplash we chose is a cream tumbled travertine subway tile. I was looking at porcelain floor tile that resembles slate, with variations of grays and browns in it... Is the look of slate with all the variations too busy to have with the veining and strong patterns in the sienna bordeaux granite??? Thanks! Any other floor tile recommendations you may have???
Marble.com - Kinga 03:58PM, Apr 19 2012
For a neutral, timeless, elegant and sophisticated look for your space, a tumbled marble or travertine for both walls and flooring would definitely fit that description. Remember, anytime you have a natural product, whether it’s a countertop or tile, there is maintenance involved- periodic sealing and chemical-free cleaning. However, there are many beautiful ceramic tiles that resemble the stunning look of a natural product without the maintenance! Check out ceramic tiles like the Tracia, Int Azteca Bruno and Durango Ivory Porcelain for flooring. If you want to draw some interest to the floor, you can add a decorative border like Vallelunga Navona Beige Intreccio Grande as well as natural or glass pebbles which are very popular accent pieces. Many ceramic tiles come in various sizes so if you like a particular look, you can use it on the floor, wall, around the tub, in the shower and so on. You can also use a mosaic like the Tes Borders Glacier Walnut Ivory around the tub if you want to separate the space. Let me know what you think so far!
TiannTc21 08:28AM, Apr 19 2012
My home is transitional. I like neutral tones with timeless elegance and sophistication. I need help with flooring and bath tile selection, accents and coordinates for Cherry cabinets and typhoon Bordeaux granite counter top for a Master bathroom remodel.
Thanks
Marble.com - Derek 01:24PM, Mar 14 2012
My recommendations for you to check out that I feel could create the atmosphere you are seeking in the kitchen would be Sunset Ivory, Siena Bordeaux, Astoria, Giallo Ornamental C, and River Valley. Let me know your thoughts on these potential choices!
Dfles 12:40PM, Mar 9 2012
Im so confused as to the most complimentary granite.My home is traditional. Warm tones. Med cherry cabinets,provential stained oak floors. Floor plan is open from kitchen to dining to livingroom.Kitchen is relativly small. Looking for something in granite that is light,marbled,quartz chunky w/veins,warm tones not too striking or streaky. Colors desired go in sequence....cream/yellow,taupe/olive,white,blk,gold,burgundy. HELP!
Thank you.
Marble.com - Derek 04:06PM, Feb 28 2012
Typhoon Bordeaux is a stunning choice because it's on a light background that will offset the cabinetry but has golden veins to pick-up the oak and burgundy veins to pick-up the cherry. I really think that it's a wonderful choice and you should consider using it strongly. Just remember to pick the exact slab that you want to use as with the movement this stone offers, each shipment may be unique in color tone and pattern. The backsplash should be simple, soft, yet elegant because the stone has richness in it already. My recommendations for the tile for you to consider are Jeffrey Court Cream Travertine in a block mosaic, or perhaps a Bursa Beige marble tile in a hexagon pattern. Just some food for thought.
Kimberly 07:40PM, Feb 25 2012
We have golden oak cabinets with a cherry island. Any suggestions for
a granite color and backsplash ideas. We looked at a typhoon bordeaux today
that we liked but are unsure about the oak. Thanks!
Marble.com - Derek 09:15PM, Jan 26 2012 As Kinga mentioned, my number one suggestion for you to use something similar, but different, would be Siena Bordeaux. I recommend to visit the stone yard and look at the full slabs in-person before making a final decision. Good luck!
Marble.com - Derek 09:18PM, Jan 25 2012 Great idea on using the Typhoon Bordeaux on the island. If I may suggest another color to consider for this space, it would be the Siena Bordeaux, it's a little similar but has it's own unique characteristics. For the perimeter, a darker, more consistent granite as Kinga suggested would be quite appropriate.
Marble.com - Kinga 02:42PM, Jan 25 2012 Typhoon Gold, Siena Bordeaux and Netuno Bordeaux all have similar veining and color as the Typhoon Bordeaux but still remain unique and stunning in every way. There is nothing wrong with using the same stone as your girlfriend. Chances are the shipment she bought will look different from one you are considering. After you get your kitchen templated, make sure to lay the templates on your favorite slab to pick a preferred portion to ensure it looks different than your girlfriend’s. Hope this helps!
Marble.com - Kinga 02:34PM, Jan 25 2012 You can definitely use this stone throughout the entire kitchen because although the stone has lots of veins and movement, it’s not visually busy. If you decide to only use this stone on the island, consider using Black Pearl or Imperial Coffee would be an appropriate choice for the perimeter. Let me know what you think!
lc0915 04:59AM, Jan 24 2012 i am leaning toward cherry cabinets with an onyx stain. I love the TB granite, but my girlfriend has the same one. Any suggestions for one with similar vein and colors?
Amy E Orlando 12:09AM, Jan 23 2012 We are remodeling our home and are getting custom cabinets installed. The island will be a walnut while the surrounding cabinets will be a distressed white. We like Typhoon for the island, as we think it makes a statement. Would you suggest we use the same granite throughout, or choose a more simple pattern to pair with the white cabinets? We also have a copper farmhouse sink...so we were hoping to stay in the brown family.

Thanks for your help!
Marble.com - Derek 09:43PM, Dec 21 2011 You're welcome :-)
Rachel 07:46PM, Dec 19 2011 Thank you very much for your help.
Marble.com - Kinga 06:34PM, Dec 19 2011 You can also add some decorative tiles to make your backsplash ‘pop’. Good luck!
Marble.com - Derek 04:15PM, Dec 16 2011 Botticino marble is an excellent tile backsplash choice for your set-up. Go for it!
Annahansen123 02:18AM, Dec 16 2011 Thanks for your input. I have a sample of 4x4 tiles that I like too. Its called Botticino. I think its tumbled marble. What do you think?
Marble.com - Derek 07:38PM, Dec 15 2011 A tile mural behind the cooktop that would look beautiful could be "Archway To Venice" and it has the burgundy colors to compliment your Typhoon Bordeaux granite. I've attached an image of the mural for your reference. Good luck!
Marble.com - Derek 07:33PM, Dec 15 2011 I'm going for a light 1" x 2" sized split-face travertine mosaic, I've attached an image for your reference. It's subtle yet warm and not too busy. If you want a smoother surface, check out 2" x 2" Baja Cream tumbled travertine, also attached (second image). Good luck with your decisions!
Anna hansen 09:00PM, Dec 10 2011 We've picked out our slab of Typhoon Bordeau . Now I have to pick something for the backsplash. Thinking subway tiles or travertine tumbled. Need some input of colors. My cabinets are white and stainlessteel appliances. Thinking of something sore muted and not shining for the backsplash since the granite will be shiny with lots of movement. Any suggestions...pictures? Im getting anxiety from all the things I have to choose.. Help!!!!
Rachel 09:02PM, Dec 7 2011 My style is transitional. I have oak hardwood floors in my kitchen and cherry cabinets. We just put in Typhoon Bordeaux granite and I have stainless steel appl. and I would like to install ivory traventine tiles as my backsplash. I am looking for your creative idea to come up with tiled design backsplash by my cooktop to reflect bordeaux color in the granite. I tried to search but can't find anything that would be a focal point for my kitchen. I am looking for Classy and Elegant. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.y from the granite or would it look ok?
Marble.com - Kinga 04:13PM, Oct 28 2011 You can also go with the ever timeless and classic tumbled marble in a diamond pattern.
Marble.com - Derek 02:25PM, Oct 28 2011 Since the Typhoon Bordeaux is already a rich and deep pattern with lots of movement, I'd use a soft backsplash on the neutral side to balance out the design. My recommendations are 2" x 2" Mediterranean Ivory tumbled travertine (first image) and 2" x " Ivory Classic Fontane tumbled travertine mosaic (second image). Let me know your thoughts on these backsplash tiles!
Soupeplus3 03:07PM, Oct 27 2011 We have cherry cabinets and cherry colored hardwood flloors with Typhoon Bordeaux granite, was wondering on a backsplash. Also, I like Latte color from Sherwin williams for paint color in Kitchen do u think the paint color will go?
Marble.com - Derek 07:11PM, Oct 18 2011 I'd use a darker color with green tones in it. Choices such as Verde Sequoia and Niagara Green are appropriate. But again, we do not know your taste and the direction you're trying to go in without more kitchen information.
Marble.com - Kinga 09:54PM, Oct 17 2011 The stone pictured above would go very well with maple nutmeg cabinets as would the Astoria, Yellow Rain and Minsk Green. Click here http://www.marble.com/material... for a material comparison table. Can you provide us with more information on your setup such as flooring, backsplash and paint color? Also, your preferences in stone would also help in suggesting some beautiful granites. Do you like light or dark? Wavy or consistent?
Gustiegus 02:34AM, Oct 17 2011 what granite color goes with maple nutmeg cabinets
Marble.com - Derek 07:16PM, Sep 27 2011 Excellent choice. Another option could be Siena Bordeaux. Make sure to look at the stones in-person and pick the individual slab so you get exactly the parts that you love most as your countertop. Good luck!
Csvdv38 06:05PM, Sep 26 2011 I am remodeling..have honey oask cabinets stainless steel w/black appliances..and stone floor...how would this look for countertop/island
Marble.com - Derek 06:47PM, Sep 7 2011 I need some clarification. Are you considering the Typhoon Bordeaux with white or redwood cabinet color? I'm leaning toward the redwood as your cabinet color, as this will be a beautiful contrast in the design. As for hardwood floor stain choices, I'd use a nutmeg stain or something similar in color tone. Good luck!
Arzenstein 09:19PM, Sep 6 2011 do youthink tb looks good with light off white cabinets?
if I use tb with redwood cabinets what color stain on wood floors
should I use?
All Granite and Marble 03:37PM, Jun 6 2011 Bbcox57: Tea Chest looks very pretty, you're on the right track. Make sure to get samples of the colors and see how they look in your house before making any commitments!
Bbcox57 03:20PM, Jun 6 2011 I had Powell Buff in my Living Room/Foyer for 8 years and just repainted it (Sherwin Williams "Oyster Bay"). I will check into "Squire Hill Buff!" The color I was considering was Sherwin Williams "Tea Chest" because my DR is "Portabello", one shade lighter than "Tea Chest." I didn't want to do them in the same color and it looks good with the "Oyster Bay."
All Granite and Marble 03:07PM, Jun 6 2011 Bbcox57: The Vanilla subway tile is an appropriate choice and would tie-in the cabinets nicely. As for wall color, I had in mind options such as Benjamin More "Powell Buff" and "Squire Hill Buff". Let me know what you think.
Bbcox57 02:10PM, Jun 6 2011 I love my TB with with my light maple cabinets. The floor will be Costa Rican Walnut and I have SS appliances. Would a dark brown paint work or is that too dark? What color backsplash if I go w/the darker paint? I was thinking something to match the cabinets....like Sonoma's Butter or Vanilla subway tile in a crackle finish...What do you think??
Laura 12:37AM, Dec 18 2010 Do you think Typhoon Bordeaux could work with Cherry Cabinets?. I find that I don't like dark busy granite.because I have a very large countertop area and a busy pattern could take over the kitchen..
- All Granite and Marble 02:08PM, Dec 18 2010 Laura: Absolutely. Go for it!