New Venetian Gold

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New Venetian Gold - Macro View

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New Venetian Gold - Slab View

Details:

New Venetian Gold

Orginal name:

Granite

Stone Type:

329

Stone ID:

Brazil

Country of origin:

Speckles

Pattern:

Brown, Gold,

Colors:

Kitchen, Bathroom, Fireplace, Floor, Outdoor

Application:

Comments:

Very consistent light honey colored stone with amber, white, and black flecks.

Base Stone Colors (color names are approximated):

Example work photos:

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All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2010-03-19 13:08:04
Steve K: I'm also leaning towards more contrast. Ubatuba will create a warm and dramatic set-up.

Name: Steve K	Date: 2010-03-19 12:58:32
We are redoing our Kitchen using painted maple butterscotch glaze cabinets. Floor is a med-dark hand scraped maple. My wife thinks NVG would work, I was leaning towards ubatuba. She also wants an apron front sink. Copper, white, biscute, almond? What's your opinion? Thanks so much.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2010-03-18 16:12:50
Duane: New Venetian Gold has a consistent pattern as opposed to a veiny pattern, it should not be noticeable.

Name: Duane	Date: 2010-03-18 15:23:25
How noticeable is it if the veining is not running in the same direction at the seam for venetian gold?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2010-03-10 16:42:20
mickey: Absolutely, this combination would create a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Name: mickey	Date: 2010-03-10 16:09:56
I'm thinking of painting my cabinets a creamy off-white. I like New venetioan gold - would this go together

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2010-03-08 11:42:45
Deb C: The color of stone will get a little darker when sealed.

Name: Deb C	Date: 2010-03-06 18:35:58
Hi! I like Kashmir Gold granite in the Leathered finish. It is very porous and will need to be sealed. My question is whether the sealer will change the color of a leathered finish granite. Thanks for your help.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2010-03-06 08:35:52
marla: I'd go a little darker, perhaps Baltic Brown or Tan Brown.

Name: marla	Date: 2010-03-05 21:21:54
have light oak (honey) cabinets - want to replace island cabinets only with cream colored cabinets - would new venetian gold go with both - any suggestions PLEASE!

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2010-03-03 08:46:40
Debbie C: The New Venetian Gold on this page, or Santa Cecilia.

Name: Debbie C	Date: 2010-03-02 21:25:14
Hi! Any suggestions for granite countertops to go with Biscuit painted cabinets and red oak flooring and stainless appliances? Thanks!

Name: cdtufts	Date: 2010-03-02 19:08:43
We used the 4 inch Gold Rush Wheaten color tiles on diagonal with a beautiful base border in a tumbled stone look and get oodles of glowing comments from designers and friends.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2010-03-01 14:07:56
Christina: There is not much difference between these two choices, either one will look excellent. The NVG is warmer (more gold). Look into Botticino marble tiles for your backsplash.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2010-03-01 12:51:40
Deb: Take a look at Golden Sienna tumbled travertine tile.

Name: Christina	Date: 2010-02-28 22:14:04
We're redoing the kitchen to get it ready to sell and have new stainless steel appliances (black on side of fridge). The floor is beigish with a little peach in it (to match our current pickled oak cabinets). We're planning to paint the cabinets white and maybe do a glaze on top. Would NVG or Santa Cecilia look better, or is there a different color that would look better? And what about a backsplash--thinking about travertine tile or similar. Thanks!

Name: Deb	Date: 2010-02-28 09:44:15
I forgot to include my floors are gray & tan. I really want New Venetian Gold counters in my kitchen. I have natural Maple cabinets with a mocha glaze & black appliances. My problem is I can't find a tile that I like to match? Any ideas?? I do like the tumbled tile but which one?? thanks in advance

Name: Deb	Date: 2010-02-28 09:43:08
I really want New Venetian Gold counters in my kitchen. I have natural Maple cabinets with a mocha glaze & black appliances. My problem is I can't find a tile that I like to match? Any ideas?? I do like the tumbled tile but which one?? thanks in advance

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2010-02-24 09:33:16
Giancarlo: a noce travertine tile will look gorgeous with your design.

Name: Giancarlo	Date: 2010-02-23 22:39:38
Hi there, we're doing a new kitchen from ground up, installing poplar cherry wooden cabinets, New Venetian Gold for countertops...we're stuck on the color for the Ceramic Tile for the floor -- what do you recommend?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2010-02-23 09:42:26
Susan : The light travertile tiles is an excellent idea for the floors. For the walls try Benjamin Moore "Pastel Green".

Name: Susan	Date: 2010-02-23 00:09:55
I am having New Venetian gold countertops installed. I have bright white cabinets and marble backsplash with grey/brown veining. What do I do with the floors and walls-would light sage walls be too much? What about light taverine floors?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2010-02-22 17:36:43
vicki: It's a safe choice, another option is Giallo Ornamental.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2010-02-22 17:27:12
Lisa: That's also a nice option, either tile will look beautiful and tie-in well.

Name: vicki	Date: 2010-02-22 16:26:40
We are using granite for our new bathroom vanities. The wood is a medium oak and the floor is light tan tile. There is no windows in both bathroom so we would like a lighter color. Would the light Venetian Gold be a good match?

Name: Lisa	Date: 2010-02-22 12:12:51
Great, thanks! Do you do prefer that to light travertine (with NVG and white cabinets)?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2010-02-22 11:52:36
Lisa: Tumbled noce marble will work great.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2010-02-22 11:51:15
Lauren: I'd go with either Santa Cecilia or NVG as they have garnet flecks that will compliment the cherry cabinets.

Name: Lisa	Date: 2010-02-22 11:28:46
Could you kindly suggest a couple of tile blacksplash options for use with new venentian gold granite and white cabinets?

Name: Lauren	Date: 2010-02-21 22:58:33
we have reddish cherry cabinets and are considering NVG, St. Cecelia, or Giallo Ornamental. We would like to use oil rubbed bronze faucets. Which stone would be best?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2010-02-11 15:41:53
Lynn C.: Try a light travertine tile.

Name: Lynn C.	Date: 2010-02-11 14:37:10
I have New Venetian Gold counters and medium oak cabinets-what color tiles do you recommend for the backsplash and flooring? My walls are yellow. Thank you!

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2010-02-11 09:43:18
Sonya: I'd use a lighter floor color, perhaps a travertine tile.

Name: Sonya	Date: 2010-02-10 20:27:11
I have dark cherry stain cabinets, NVG countertops, and a light gold backsplash. How would a slate floor look in this kitchen?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2010-02-09 12:51:07
April: Perhaps a little darker, try Tropical Brown.

Name: April	Date: 2010-02-08 23:09:34
I have Daltile Salerno Marone Chiaro tile floor, coffee color maple cab w/ a mocha glaze (med color)and was thinking of using NVG-will this be a good combination or should I go darker? Wall color is Behr Eastern Amber but can change the color

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2010-02-06 08:08:18
John: That is an excellent set-up, go for it!

Name: John	Date: 2010-02-05 20:14:11
We are re-doing our kitchen and we have cherry cabinets with a ginger stain. We were thinking of doing the perimiter in NVG granite and then the island top in black galaxy. Any thoughts on that combination?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2010-02-04 08:46:41
MARTA: No, that is an excellent idea. It will be timeless and play down the gold tones in your kitchen.

Name: MARTA	Date: 2010-02-03 23:45:01
I want New Venetian Gold but I have light porcelain tile, so we are considering a second granite color on the perimeter; such as Black Pearl, and the NVG granite on the island. What do you think of two color granites or that just a fad? We have medium maple cabinets.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2010-02-01 15:51:15
Tim: Turkish travertine tile in a versailles pattern would look gorgeous.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2010-02-01 15:47:48
Robin: Perhaps Giallo Veneziano, New Venetian Gold.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2010-02-01 15:35:50
Dolores: Take a look at Noce travertine tile.

Name: Tim	Date: 2010-01-31 22:32:32
I have NVG granite countertops (with full backsplash), white cabinets and stainless steel appliances. Do you have a suggestion for a floor tile color that would go with this combination?

Name: Robin	Date: 2010-01-31 21:17:54
We are in the process of updating the kitchen. We will have white cabinets,stainless steel (and a little black) appliances and a warm maple wood floor. We don't want pure black granite countertops because we heard they are harder to keep clean and we have little kids. What color granite do you suggest?

Name: Dolores	Date: 2010-01-31 14:42:27
Could you suggest a color of travertine or marble that would go with St Cecilia granite. I have oak cabinets and oak flooring.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2010-01-27 08:51:18
Sherrie: A medium brown travertine tile floor would tie everything together, and your idea to pick up the garnet flecks with your cabinets is excellent, bravo!

Name: Sherrie	Date: 2010-01-27 03:20:19
Hi there, we installed NVG granite countertops in our kitchen and now want to redo the floor and paint the cabinets. I am thinking of going dark on the cabinets, something like a garnet to pick up the garnet flecks in the stone. I have had a really hard time finding a tile to go well. Do you have a floor tile suggestion or even another color scheme suggestion for the cabinets/floor? Thanks!

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2010-01-23 08:19:42
Dianne: I'd go a little darker, perhaps Tropical Brown. If you want to stick in the NVG family, take a look at Santa Cecilia as an alternative.

Name: Dianne	Date: 2010-01-22 21:35:35
We have a medium oak fireplace surround. We're looking at putting a 60" granite slab on the floor in front of it. Would you recommend NVG? Or what other color would you recommend?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2010-01-22 15:17:51
Jenny: A light subway tile should do the job.

Name: Jenny	Date: 2010-01-22 12:47:56
I have natural maple cabinets and new venetian gold countertops. Floors are white tile. I think the kitchen has too much yellow. What color should I do the backsplash?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2010-01-22 10:05:09
Jill: New Venetian Gold.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2010-01-22 09:56:44
Maria: A light tumbled marble backsplash will tie-in very well.

Name: Jill	Date: 2010-01-22 05:28:28
me and my husband are getting new cabinets in a cabernet finish,we are looking at 3 granite tops,NVG,SC,and GN which do you suggest

Name: Maria	Date: 2010-01-22 02:57:19
I have light cherry kitchen cabinets and New Venetian Gold countertop with a 4 inch riser. Walls are painted "Fennel Seed" by Benjamin Moore.(its like a light tannish gold). What type of backsplash would you suggest & color?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2010-01-20 17:08:48
Julie: NVG is a fine choice to go along with a cherry stain. For backsplash, a glass tile mosaic with earth tone colored inserts to accent the countertop will look great.

Name: Julie	Date: 2010-01-20 14:59:05
I have maple cabinets with a dark cherry stain, light shades of beige ceramic tile floor and stainless steel appliances. We are trying to decide on granite and backsplash. I like the look of New Venetian gold and would like to do a glass tile backsplash. Any suggestion on color and style? Thanks

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2010-01-18 10:27:52
H Corey: A tumbled noce travertine backsplash would fit in very well.

Name: H Corey	Date: 2010-01-17 19:50:00
We have cognac cabinets and wood floors with New Venetian Gold granite countertops. The color on the walls is a creamy gold. What would be a good choice for backsplash?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2010-01-14 16:09:56
Mark: A warm sunny yellow might be a better option, perhaps BM 339 "Lemon Grass" or BM 370A-3 "Bicycle Yellow".

Name: Mark	Date: 2010-01-14 11:12:35
We have cinnamon colored cabinets, venetian gold granite tops, and black appliances and are wondering what recommendations you may have for paint options. My wife was wanting a rustic type of yellow, but I can't see that working very well. Maybe it's just me. Any thoughts to the colors ??

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2010-01-12 13:40:53
Dorothy: New Venetian Gold.

Name: Dorothy	Date: 2010-01-12 10:49:47
I am renovating kitchen with antique white cabinets and cinnamon colored island. Which granite color better, new venetian gold or ubatuba.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-11-30 16:43:17
Shannon: I would keep it simple -- white subway tile.

Name: Shannon	Date: 2009-11-30 16:36:54
We are building a new home. Our cabinets are oak with a medium color stain called praline. I would like to use the NV Gold for my countertops. Do you have any suggestions for a color of tile that would look good with this granite? Thanks

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-11-25 10:39:25
Anne: Perhaps a shade of yellow/gold.

Name: Anne	Date: 2009-11-24 21:22:18
Thanks-we're going with the Solaris any ideas on paint-the cabinets are butternut cherry and the floor red oak natural-the adjoining dining room does not get too much light the kitchen will with french doors-

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-11-23 12:13:49
Anne Jones: New Venetian Gold is a safe choice that will look good and never grow old, Solarius is a more brave, but very rich and will add life into the kitchen.

Name: Anne Jones	Date: 2009-11-21 20:33:10
I've got butternut cherry cabinets and red oak natural hardwood floors-,do you have any suggestions for granite? I'm interested in Solarius; New Venetian Gold and Gallo Vicenza-Any ideas? We need to pick paint and I can't even decide on granite- Thanks!!!

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-11-17 08:57:01
Leslie: NVG will be fine, you can break up the blend with a unique backsplash, colorful glass inserts maybe?

Name: Leslie	Date: 2009-11-16 13:56:39
Kitchen is natural log walls & painted sw captivating cream.Will have natural hickory cabinets & stainless appliances. Probably gunstock wood floors. Venetian Gold is my favorite but worried it will blend in too much.Would consider more brownish granite with no bold patterns. Any ideas?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-11-16 08:56:44
Tasha: The contrast would be fine, but I would stick with NVG or the Cecilia for a more country-style look.

Name: Tasha	Date: 2009-11-14 17:35:50
We have light floors, almond appliances and light cabinets, I am torn on granite color. We like santa cecelia and new venetian gold but also like baltic brown. Would the brown be too much contract?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-11-09 10:28:35
Kristine: Stick with NVG.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-11-09 10:21:57
Eric: Well, go can't go wrong with something like New Venetian Gold or Santa Cecilia. Maybe a little darker with Tropical Brown or Giallo Veneziano.

Name: Kristine	Date: 2009-11-08 23:49:12
We are building a new home and our cabinet choice is dark brown maple with natural hickory floors. We like new venetian gold or giallo ornamental...do you recommend one over the other and what paint color can you suggest. Thanks

Name: Eric	Date: 2009-11-07 21:15:58
I have walnut toned porcelain tile on the kitchen floor, spice glazed maple cabinets, pewter pulls, and a tumbled marble backsplash already in place. The builder basic laminate was installed at construction and I am torn to what color to go with for new counters. I have black appliances now but am upgrading those to ss with this project. My kitchen is open to the dining area and the living room.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-10-07 08:25:31
Tina : I would go with a darker stained cabinet, maybe the cordovan, as the burgundy speckling in the NVG would compliment the cherry color in those cabinets nicely. Going with a different cabinet color in the kitchen and bathroom is not unusual, actually it is quite normal!

Name: Tina	Date: 2009-10-06 20:13:36
Building a new house. I'm getting NVG countertops for sure. My cabinets are Maple for sure. Which color would you suggest for the cabinets. I have either chestnut (a brown without any red) or a cordovan (with red resembling cherry. Both will have van dyke glaze. Backsplash is cream subway, floor is ivory/cream porcelin, and walls are a green color. I'm torn because we are also using the Monet in our Masterbath and would like to go with the same wood color throughout. I'm also unsure if the cherry color will go with the Monet because the porcelin floor resembles the color of Monet. Thanks for any thoughts and ideas.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-10-05 09:08:17
suzanne: Definitely.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-10-05 09:07:45
Deanna: Go with a dark brown stain to enhance the contrast between granite and the cabinets, the specific type is up to your choosing.

Name: suzanne	Date: 2009-10-04 09:18:30
I have dark cherry cabinets, tumbled marble Backsplash, and tan tile floors. Looking for paint color. Would a sage(sw clary sage) paint color work with NVG countertops?

Name: Deanna	Date: 2009-10-04 01:26:33
I am building a new home and like NVG for the counter tops in my kitchen. The floor is white oak and the cabinets are hickory. What stain would you suggest for the wood? Thank you!

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-09-30 15:42:50
Michelle: Yes - Santa Cecilia is very similar and would also be an excellent choice! The burgundy in the Cecilia will pick up the cherry cabinets beautifully.

Name: Michelle	Date: 2009-09-30 09:39:40
OK, thanks! Is the GV a little darker though? I was also looking at a sample from a slab of St. Cecilia which to me actually looks like it pops more with the cabinet color and the tiles compared to this particular slab of NVG. It has more of a golden hue than the sample of NVG and the amber flecks look like they go well with the cabs. Do you think the St. Cecilia would work too?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-09-30 09:08:11
Michelle: NVG would look very good, also check out Giallo Veneziano.

Name: Michelle	Date: 2009-09-29 21:35:47
We are currently putting in a new master bath. We have light sandy beige colored travertine tile for the floor (durango travertine) and dark stained cherry cabinets. Would NVG work well for the counter- this particular slab of NVG has more of a brownish hue than gold? Or would you suggest something else? Thanks in advance.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-09-28 15:59:34
Andrea: I would recommend a lighter stone to offset the dark floor and medium dark cabinetry. Something like Santa Cecilia, Giallo Ornamental or even Juparana Golden Vyara would all be good options.

Name: Andrea	Date: 2009-09-26 18:04:32
I am remodeling my kitchen. We are going with autumn cherry cabinets and a tobacco brown (light neutral) title. What dark and light granite would you recommend??

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-09-17 09:43:09
Brad: You can create life with a wild pattern like the Bordeaux, or tone it down and go darker with something like Tan Brown.

Name: Brad	Date: 2009-09-16 19:35:21
Building a new home and have brazillian cherry floors and harborview clove cabinets (birch). Would a lighter or darker countertop match better and what would you suggest. Thank-you

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-09-11 09:01:41
Bill: Ubatuba is a very dark green I think it would look nice, for the island take a look at Amazon Tiger or Matrix.

Name: Bill	Date: 2009-09-10 22:13:03
I have a large kitchen with large center island and lots of natural light. Cabinets are honey oak (have slight orange appearance) and oak floor is slightly darker, but very similar to cabinets. Appliances are black. Thinking of doing black on perimeter (maybe Ubatuba if not too green...I'm concerned about using the more solid black), and something with more movement and swirls on island. Thoughts? Thanks so much!

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-09-08 14:34:53
Al: For the oak floor and and cherry combo neutral color subway tile for backsplash with inserts of reddish and brown tones would look very nice and a cream color wall paint.

Name: Al	Date: 2009-09-08 14:28:10
Your answer to my earlier question did not come through.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-09-08 13:18:37
Al: Subway tile with

Name: Al	Date: 2009-09-08 10:40:38
We have natural oak floors and are refacing the cabinets with a natural cherry. We are considering NVG countertops. What would you recommend for the wall color and backsplash

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-09-08 09:29:25
Veronica: Those granites look similar to each other, but I think either Santa Cecilia or NVG would look best, the burgundy speckling in them will compliment the cherry cabinets nicely. And many people do a 4 inch backsplash (standard size) plus tile work.

Name: Veronica	Date: 2009-09-05 08:35:14
2 questions please: 1. I will be getting cherry cabinets with a cabernet finish. Paint on walls will be light beige; floors are light maple hardwood. Which granite would be a best match - New Venetian Gold, Crystal Gold or Santa Cecilia? 2. Would it really look bad if I had a 4" backsplash of the granite along with tile work? I am not doing a backsplash right away (if at all) and want to make sure that my kitchen looks finished. Thank you!

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-08-28 10:43:55
melanie: It's very hard to coordinate two different colors of cabinet AND granite == but I think Brazilian Black would look better.

Name: melanie	Date: 2009-08-28 10:25:19
Sorry, that is perimeter tops. or would brazil black be better??

Name: melanie	Date: 2009-08-28 10:23:48
Have a new ventian gold island with painted bladk base. Perimeter Cabinets are antiqued. Would Ubatuba coordinate with nvg if I chose ubatuba for my perinter tops?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-08-25 08:51:41
Carla: Absolutely! Your kitchen will look gorgeous.

Name: Carla	Date: 2009-08-25 07:58:52
I am having cranberry maple cabinets installed in my kitchen, I have light oak laminate floors and have selected new venetian gold granite for my countertops my dilema, paint, would a deep yellow gold (East Lake Gold by SW) paint go will with these selections? Kitchen gets lots of sunlight.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-08-24 08:28:18
Mary: Something simple - subway tile.

Name: Mary	Date: 2009-08-22 15:24:27
Our kitchen cabinets are medium/dark oak and we are putting in NVG countertops. What would you recommend for backsplash tiles?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-08-07 16:37:04
Jill: New Venetial Gold would be an excellent choice.

Name: Jill	Date: 2009-08-07 16:20:45
Redoing the entire kitchen floor and counters. soft white cabinets and appliances. Looking to do tile floor. Want to do a neutral but warm room with possible gold/tan walls. Would you use New Venetian gold or something else

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-08-03 09:37:09
Sandra: NVG would look wonderful, but also check out Santa Cecilia it's very similar.

Name: Sandra	Date: 2009-08-01 20:40:39
I have light maple cabinets (Honey finish?) and cherry hardwood floors. Appliances will be stainless steel. I originally planned to go with black galaxy granite but now I am leaning toward the new venetian gold for a look that is less contemporary. I have a center island that I plan to change to a black finish for added contrast/interest. The new venetian gold will be used on the island and the perimeter cabinets. Do you think this would be a good combination? If not, what would you suggest?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-07-31 15:47:31
Julie: I think it would look very nice, a beach house look considering the granite and cabinetry will be light. I'm assuming there is a good amount of natural light.

Name: Julie	Date: 2009-07-31 15:26:30
i meant stainless steel appliances.

Name: Julie	Date: 2009-07-31 15:25:32
We have brick paver floors-darker colors with a touches of light color in it and stainless steel cabinets. we want to paint the cabinets a version of white/off white b/c the wood is ugly (grain is bad-looks cheap).what about new venetian gold-the lighter one with this since the floors are dark? we found a vendor with great a price on this one.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-07-29 14:52:33
Gil: I would go darker, maybe something from the Ubatuba or Butterfly family?

Name: Gil	Date: 2009-07-29 14:40:07
I'm building a new home with knotty alder cabinets with fruitwood stain and stainless appliances. The floor will be stained concrete in golden wheat. I'm trying to decide whether to go darker or lighter with the counter tops. Is there something you would recommend?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-07-28 13:25:12
Nancy: I would go with New Venetian Gold, lots of contrast. Also check out "Santa Cecilia" it's similar to NVG.

Name: Nancy	Date: 2009-07-28 13:00:04
We have 18" caramel haze tile on kitchen floor with black appliances & black painted cabinets. Walls are a soft, creamy slightly golden yellow. Would NVG or Uba Tuba work the best on the countertops? Thanks so much!

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-07-27 11:27:07
Deborah: That sounds much better :-)

Name: Deborah	Date: 2009-07-27 11:22:57
What about a white quartz sink with ventian gold counters, white appliances and creamy tan porcelain tile

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-07-27 09:46:20
Deborah: I would go with a stainless steel sink, i really don't see anything the black quartz sink would tie-into.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-07-27 09:34:54
rachel: Different batches but very similar-looking stone.

Name: Deborah	Date: 2009-07-26 23:45:30
We have light oak cabinets with light creamy swirled porcelain tile and white appliances. We are installing Venetian gold counters with a black quartz sink. Do you think that will blend well or should we go stainless steel sink. Small kitchen.

Name: rachel	Date: 2009-07-26 17:25:21
what is the difference between Venetain Gold and New Venetian Gold thanks??

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-07-22 09:48:06
Meg: NVG would surely match nicely, I think it could work. Try Colonial Gold for a lighter shade. For darker maybe something in the Bordeaux family.

Name: Meg	Date: 2009-07-21 20:41:02
I have Maple shaker cabinets in chestnut (medium) brown, and stainless appliances. The floor is pergo "golden butternut." Would NVG work with that, or would it blend in too much? Could you suggest both a lighter shade and a darker color granite that might work well? thanks.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-07-20 10:41:53
michelle: It could work as it has darker speckling, but it will still be very light. Make sure to put a wood sample of your cabinets against the stone to see if it does not blend in too much.

Name: michelle	Date: 2009-07-19 11:22:46
I have painted gold cabinets with a chocolate glaze, white tile floors and white appliances. I was thinking NVG which has both gold and white. Won't a darker granite contrast the white too much? Thoughts? Thank you!

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-07-13 11:07:40
Lauren: Well i think that NVG would look beter but may i sugest bringing a pice of your cabinet by the stone and seeing for your self.

Name: Lauren	Date: 2009-07-11 20:46:27
We are installing mocha glazed maple cabinets and are considering either NVG or Santa Cecilia countertops. Which would be a better choice?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-07-07 09:46:38
Lois: Tumbled marble or travertine tiles with amber glass inserts.

Name: Lois	Date: 2009-07-03 23:02:57
I am remodeling my kitchen with honey toned wood floor,ss appliances, NVG granite, off white cabinets and pale yellow walls with white trim. Can you suggest what to use for the backsplash??? Thanks

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-06-22 16:00:32
Judy: Try some of the Bordeaux, although that might be too orange/red for some. You can always go the light route. Check out Shiva Kashmir White.

Name: Judy	Date: 2009-06-21 20:13:43
I am redoing my kitchen, I am going to put in white cabinets, ss appliances and have brick foors . What granite would you suggest

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-06-16 14:33:05
dawn: For tiles, I'd probably stick to the travertine... maybe noce travertine. As far as the paint option, try a really faint sage to boost the red in the cabinets.

Name: dawn	Date: 2009-06-15 14:07:42
I have a maple cabinets with a medium (slightly reddish) stain, NVG granite and travertine floors and stainless appls. I'm stuck on what paint color/backsplash to use.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-06-12 17:20:41
Trudy: The difference might be just from different sources of the stone.

Name: Trudy	Date: 2009-06-11 20:10:32
Can you tell me the difference between Venetian Gold & NEW Venetian Gold? Our kitchen designer had an island that she said was New Venetian Gold. It had a goldish background. Her sample for the same color has an ivory background. Is one New & one just Venetian Gold? We like the one with the goldish background. Thanks!

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-06-11 10:13:41
Jenn: Try noce travertine.

Name: Jenn	Date: 2009-06-10 11:15:16
I have NVG counters, Whiley brown cabinets and a darker apple green painted kitchen- what color back splash should I do..I would like to use glass tiles

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-06-10 10:44:30
Kris: Slate might be nice for some contrast.

Name: Kris	Date: 2009-06-09 13:52:31
I have natural oak cabinets with new venetian gold counters. What tile color would you suggest?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-06-09 09:40:36
Dage: Stainless Steel will be the most universal choice.

Name: Dage	Date: 2009-06-09 00:04:23
We have nvg granite with light tile floors and pecan cabinets. What would be the best color for our appliances. Thank you.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-05-30 10:09:57
Julie: I think that the copper rust slat might be a bit overpowering in the grand scheme of things. Why not tone it down a bit by using regular slate with some brown/red glass accents?

Name: Julie	Date: 2009-05-28 21:38:56
I have bright white cabinets, wood floors and NVG granite. I picked out a slate - copper rust - for my backsplash but am second guessing my choice. Any suggestions on something that would be pretty and not boring? Thank you!!

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-05-27 17:54:10
Debbie: A nice earthy beige/straw or sage?

Name: Debbie	Date: 2009-05-27 10:40:53
I have white cabinets, stainless steel and NVG granite what color paint for walls would you suggest?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-05-11 17:41:58
Shani: Try to find something in ceramic that resembles travertine. That might go well with both the top and the cabinet.

Name: Shani	Date: 2009-05-11 07:24:46
I have expresso maple cabinets, stainless steel appliances and have selected new venetian gold counters. I am having a dificult time selecting ceramic tile to match. Any suggestions?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-04-17 09:41:11
Melissa: Although I can't say for sure that it's too light, it would definitely be a low contrasting color. If you want to move to a darker color, try some of the Giallo stones.

Name: Melissa	Date: 2009-04-16 16:16:42
We have light maple cabinets, light hardwood floors and stainless steel appliances. We had settled on NVG as our choice but now am concerned it might be too light. We have purchased Venitian Bronze fixtures from Delta to go with. Too light or is there a darker granite I should consider?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-04-15 16:48:17
Cathy: The tumbled stone will work fine with the kitchen. Remember that there are different colors of this tile. I found a site where it shows a pretty decent selection: http://www.studiotiles.com/html/tumbled_stone_tile.html

Name: Cathy	Date: 2009-04-15 15:16:21
Kitchen has spice on maple cabinets; installing NVG countertop and "Safari Sunset" (med. dark browns/golds) slate floor tiles.Can you suggest backsplash tile ideas...considering "Chiaro" tumbled stone 4X4 or subway.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-04-15 10:07:20
Pat: The combination of Venetian Gold or Santa with the cabinets should be complemented with a darker floor. If you would use the tiles it might be to bland. On the other hand you could go with a stone that's much darker, Tan Brown or Saphire Blue, and then choose the light tile.

Name: Pat	Date: 2009-04-14 23:50:25
We currently have Alder cabinets that are tan in color. We are considering New Ventitian Gold or Saint Cecilia countertops. Is there a marble color that you would recommend over the other? Also, we cannot decide whether to go with Brazilian Cherry hardwood or a light colored tile. Any thoughts on which combinations might look best with my natural looking Alder cabinets? Thanks!

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-04-10 12:10:34
celine: NVG has golds and browns through out the slab, so it will go with your theme. Also the warmth of the colors will create a very inviting kitchen. Good Luck!

Name: celine	Date: 2009-04-10 10:54:45
I have natural maples cabinets and I'm putting and island with cognac cabinets stailess steel applicances and hardwoord floor thru out. i have a beatiful red out stained. very nice honey golden tones. I saw the new venetian gold. what do you think, would it work together with all the earth tones?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-04-08 09:38:25
maria: The buttersotch oak floor might blend in with the cabinets too much. I would make a statement by going with the cherry floor. It does not clash with the oak if it's in the light/natural family. If you can put a good size sample of the floor next to the cabinets to make sure if the tones are right.

Name: maria	Date: 2009-04-07 23:31:45
we are about to change our kitchen floor to butterscotch oak hardwood but i like the brazilian cherry but we have light oak cabinets and banisters by the way we are changing the foyer as well. please give me sound suggestions.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-04-06 10:50:51
Christine: Tan Brown is a very nice stone but I don't think it would suit your kitchen best. The oak cabinets are in golden or yellow color, and tan brown is mostly black, and reddish brown. I might be mistaken about the cabinets but make sure you compare the two next to each other.

Name: Christine	Date: 2009-04-04 21:30:15
Thank you for the great suggestions. I was looking today and also like tan brown. What do you think would give my kitchen the best timeless , yet "wow" look?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-04-04 07:45:05
Christine: Dark color... maybe Black Galaxy. It has beautiful gold-copper specs which would complement the oak and the overall blackness would be a great contrast with the appliances and the cabinets. Uba tuba is also a good choice since it's very dark but the subtle green would create a nice natural look. Also some Uba tubas have nice gold veining which would go perfectly with oak. Go with a lighter backsplash to break up the darkness, yellowish beige colors.

Name: Christine	Date: 2009-04-03 20:46:24
kashmir gold may be a possibility. If I were to pick a dark color, what would you pick? What do you think or uba tuba with white appliances and oak? What color backsplash?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-04-03 14:30:51
Missy: Not at all, they are far enough from each other not to clash. Also they have common colors so you shouldn't worry about them not working together.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-04-03 14:09:40
Christine: NVG is a good choice but take a look at Kashmir Gold. The subtle veining should take the edge off of the cabinets.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-04-03 13:21:05
Carol d: Maple spice will have a better contrast. Also the darker specs in NVG are really burgundy (hard to tell from the picture), and they will pick up that "spice" from the wood.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-04-03 12:28:13
Indu: I think this look will be good. As long as the dark gray is not in the blackish, or graphite color. This would be too dark and would pull too much attention. Something similar to Slate color would be perfect.

Name: Missy	Date: 2009-04-03 11:02:17
I have asked several questions earlier and what to thank you for your answers... Do you think I need to be concerned with my floor (beige ceramic tile with brownish gray grout ) clashing with the NVG ( cabinets are white?

Name: Christine	Date: 2009-04-01 00:03:21
We have golden oak cabinets and white appliances. Our floor is also oak. We are looking at new venitian gold. I feel the darker granite colors would make the appliances stick out too much. Is NVG a good choice or do you have any other suggestions that will take the eye off of the cabinets?

Name: Carol d	Date: 2009-03-30 18:34:19
We really like NVG, and are trying to pick b/w maple spice or maple honey color cabinets. Which do you suggest for this granite choice?

Name: Indu	Date: 2009-03-27 10:21:13
I've got knotty alder cabinets with fruitwood stain and new ventian gold countertop with stainless steel appliances and a light gray tile for the floor.I've decided on a dark gray tile for the backsplash with a light gray border tile. Will this combination work or will the kitchen appear darker? Thanks in Advance.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-03-27 09:40:33
melanie: Black Galaxy would be alright I think. Might get busy with all the copper sparkles. Maybe just a regular Absolute black would be better?

Name: melanie	Date: 2009-03-26 09:54:37
Wanting to use nvg on island that has black painted base. Would black galaxy coordinate with nvg? Thinking of using the black galaxy on perimeter countertops - those cabinets are antiqued. Does black galaxy and nvg coordinate well or do can you recommend a better choice for the black?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-03-25 10:56:56
Debbie: Sure thing.

Name: Debbie	Date: 2009-03-24 09:30:53
Will the New Venetian Gold go with WHITE cabinets and stainless steel??

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-03-20 14:23:10
Missy : Try Juparana Golden Vyara, Desert Sand, Divia Gold.

Name: Missy	Date: 2009-03-20 11:05:55
What do you recommend with flowing lines... yellow river or help me with specific names..this is overwhelming..

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-03-16 17:11:34
Kristin: Something in the light golds will fit very nicely.

Name: Kristin	Date: 2009-03-13 18:29:59
I have cherry cabinets with a chocolate glaze. I am getting a neutral tile floor. Also, neutral subway tile backsplash.Which counter would you recommend?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-03-11 11:31:02
Missy: Since you're working with white, you have a really large selection to choose from. I wouldn't get too worried about matching the rug. Such elements are not permanent and if you ever want to change them, you want the stone to be more flexible color wise. The stones you mentioned are all very good choices though, so I think you're on the right track. Also, if I may add, try looking at some more organic patterns (flowing veins). From your description it sounds like it's a rather open room and could accommodate a more intricate pattern.

Name: Missy	Date: 2009-03-10 11:47:27
We have white cabinets and white appliances...want to replace counter tops with granite. My kitchen is open to our living room and has a bank of cabinets on bottom with an open top visible to the living room which also has counter tops... we didn't do this.. my colors are warm and fairly neutral with a multi-colored oriental rug.. tile on the floor is beige... no backsplash.. with cooktop island.. I am looking a new venetian gold, gaillo napoleone, st. cecilla classic .... what do you think would be a good selection?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-03-02 10:23:18
Sherry: It is slightly lighter... Try Giallo Ornamental for more contrast.

Name: Sherry	Date: 2009-02-27 05:03:59
My cabinets are Decora Maple, Coriander with Coffee stain. I was considering Giallo Veneziano for countertops but I am afraid the colors are too close. Would New Venetion Gold be a better choice? Or do you have another suggestion.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-02-19 16:40:35
Karrie: Darkening the floor is a good idea. You're "grounding" the kitchen. The cabinets are white and so they could care less about what you put on them. To me the important part will be somehow tying everything together without adding too much color to this already contrasty kitchen. That said, NVG is a good choice. Medium, warm tone with some blackish accents.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-02-19 16:28:20
Jennifer: New Venetian Gold is a good, safe choice.

Name: Karrie	Date: 2009-02-18 16:46:17
Hi - I currently have stark white cabinets with black appliances. The floors are currently oak with a light finsh on them. I'm thinking of going darkenting the floor a shade or two and I'm looking that the New Venteian Gold Countertops. Does this sound ok to everyone and what color of tile backsplash would you consider?

Name: Jennifer	Date: 2009-02-17 10:12:34
Hello, I have Torly's cork floor in Burl Butter Pecan with Pecan stained cabinets. I am wondering what color of countertop you would suggest? Thanks

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-02-12 08:49:17
Lynn: I think the light taupe is a better color for the walls. It won't make the room any darker than it is. For the granite though, logic is suggesting a light stone such as NVG or Giallo Ornamental. On the other hand, Tropical Brown might look quite interesting against the taupe walls, but that's more of a monotone look.

Name: Lynn	Date: 2009-02-11 21:03:11
Sorry, I forgot to mention the appliances are black. Thank you very much for your help.

Name: Lynn	Date: 2009-02-11 21:00:29
I have med. dark cherry cabinets with light tan tile floors in a small L shaped kitchen. Wall color options are either med. green or light taupe. Granite options are New Venetian Gold, Tropical Brown, Giallo Ornamental. What color walls and granite would make the best combo? Many thanks!

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-02-02 09:28:56
Rebecca: Natural will be fine. If you want, you can go a shade or two darker.

Name: Rebecca	Date: 2009-02-01 13:38:00
If we go with NVG counter tops, birch cabinets, & random width/color brazilian cherry wood floors... what color stain would you recommend for the cabinets? Thanks again!

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-01-22 08:42:58
Rebecca: Some sort of a medium tone wood would be nice. Maybe walnut or birch.

Name: Rebecca	Date: 2009-01-19 22:16:00
We are going with New Venetian Gold granite counter tops and random width brazillian cherry wood floors... what color cabinets would you go with?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-01-19 09:31:34
Linda: Both are ok. I would pick the one that has more contrast.

Name: Linda	Date: 2009-01-17 20:39:50
Would venetian gold or new venetian gold work better with honey oak cabinets?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-01-17 11:38:26
Melissa: You could use the slate you have on the floor for the backsplash.

Name: Melissa	Date: 2009-01-17 11:36:59
We are in the midst of remodel. Have oak cabinets, slate floors, NVG counter...ideas for backspash...tumbled marble is not our thing

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2009-01-03 09:50:38
Maria: If you're unsure about the color choice, it's better to pick a more contrasting color. In you case it seems like NVG would be perfect.

Name: Maria	Date: 2009-01-01 11:46:25
I have bordeaux shaded maple cabinets. Which shades of granite do you think are most suitable? Am attracted to bordeaux granite, but think this could be too dark.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-12-30 08:24:18
Sheryl: Yes, it will be just fine. It's not as strong of a combo but will surely match. It will also make the island stand out more.

Name: Sheryl	Date: 2008-12-28 15:29:03
We are doing a glazed cream perimeter and dark stained cherry island with travertine or porcelain tile floors. I\\\'ve seen New Venetian Gold used to tie everything together, but its usually shown with darker wood floors, which I love but cant use for various reasons. Would the NVG go as well if I have to use travertine or tile floors?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-12-24 11:53:05
Cheryl: Depends what you consider dark. I think a tile with a slight pattern and color variation may bring the two rooms together.

Name: Cheryl	Date: 2008-12-23 18:30:11
Our cabinets are similar to espresso. Wondering what floor tile and paint color will match our our new venetian gold countertops. Struggling because my flooring choices don't match well with ajoining room carpeting.(Beiges) Should there be more contrast and go with a dark kitchen tile?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-12-23 08:53:34
Mary: Yes, it should work. For the backsplash I'd use a slightly darker color to bring out as much light as possible from the stone.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-12-23 08:47:48
dena vandigriff: Have you tried subway tile?

Name: Mary	Date: 2008-12-21 21:28:00
We have hazelnut colored maple cabinets and oak flooring in our kitchen. There is only one window but we've put in extra lighting. We are leaning towards new venetian gold for our counters? What do you think? If that works, what kind of stone backsplash would you suggest?

Name: dena vandigriff	Date: 2008-12-17 21:01:19
i have new venetian gold countertops with biscuit colored cabinets. I need to know what is best for a backsplash that looks more modern

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-12-05 12:26:26
Suzanne: It's very hard for me to answer your question without seeing the cabinets. It certainly wouldn't have much contrast, but even if you can get a shade or two lighter than the cabinets, it would be ok. My suggestion is to get a sample of the stone and bring it to the kitchen.

Name: Suzanne	Date: 2008-12-03 22:32:19
we have honey maple cabinets and light travertine floors. We are thinking about New Venetian Gold, particularly because we like the garnet accents. Will this be enough contrast, or will the kitchen look washed out? We have stainless appliances with black and rod iron accents.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-11-21 15:26:57
Matt : Tumbled Marble tiles will match nicely.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-11-21 15:00:20
Tammy: Are you trying to tie the two rooms together? If so, these should do the job.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-11-21 14:57:28
Tim: With amber Maple, you should be ok to use the light yellow/gold stones such as the New Venetian Gold, Giallo Ornamental, or Santa Cecilia. The more difference in brightness there is, the more "pop" you'll get from the countertops.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-11-19 16:40:45
Donna: It might be. The idea with the black strip isn't bad though. Perhaps you can do that while using a tumbled marble tile?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-11-19 16:21:51
Stephen: You can do either black or stainless steel appliances.

Name: Matt	Date: 2008-11-15 17:19:16
We are going with the Santa Cecilia dark. Any suggestions on a tile that would complement this? Thank you!

Name: Tammy	Date: 2008-11-12 21:33:22
Our master bedroom will have nvg countertops in the bathroom with tobacco cabinetry. The bath tiles are almond color. We are thinking of painting the bed & bath area in an Olympic paint color called Oak cast (kind of mustard) is that a good match/contrast? Any suggestions for floor tile color?

Name: Tim	Date: 2008-11-12 12:26:00
Hi, I have smaller L type kitchen with Amber Maple cabinets and stainless steel appliances. Can you please recommend a granite? I also plan on using ceramic tile floor and backsplash (not sure what color yet? Counter will help determine this). Thank you much!!-Tim

Name: Donna	Date: 2008-11-02 20:50:50
I have a creamy porcelain tile with a gold tone and some gray hightlights, medium cherry shaker cabinets, and stainless steel appliances. If I use New Venetian Gold for the countertops, what kind of backsplash would look best. I was considering having some NVG tiles cut and perhaps putting a black strip halfway up those tiles. Too much granite?

Name: Stephen	Date: 2008-10-30 22:09:56
I have got Maple Nutmeg cabinets with a Chocolate Glaze. Is Venetian Gold a good choice? If so what color appliances do you suggest?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-10-08 12:51:09
Lisa Mc: Mixing two granite colors is a though task. The surefire way would be to do Absolute Black on the island...

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-10-08 12:38:00
Vesna: Depending on the particular batch of NVG, it should work. The more contrast within the slab, the better.

Name: Lisa Mc	Date: 2008-10-02 01:29:11
In our new house, our cabinets will be mocha. Our bi-level island, however, is cream. If I used New Venitian gold with the darker cabinets, I would like to find a darker granite to compliment the NVG to go on the island. any ideas?

Name: Vesna	Date: 2008-09-30 18:37:50
I have a 10x12 kitchen under construction ( nothing in yet) and i am planning on installing granite counters and full backsplash I dont want the room to look too small ( dark color) or scream ( too light) please suggest a stone

Name: Vesna	Date: 2008-09-30 18:33:32
I have Schrock Maple in the Briarwood stain)

Name: Vesna	Date: 2008-09-30 18:31:38
I have Schrock Briarwood Cabinets...Would Giallo Veneziano go with them ? I am looking for some contrast bout not too loud.If not what would be a nice blend..I am installing hardwood floors in kitchen ( light stain

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-09-26 12:21:00
Kara: If you want to keep it warm, I'd go with NVG. For more contrast go with Tropical Brown. Note that TB has a very slight greenish hue to it.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-09-26 12:00:06
Joy: It's a good choice. The darker spots you see are actually cranberry/ruby in color. Should flow nicely into your color scheme.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-09-25 17:28:59
Martha: You should be fine.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-09-25 14:54:52
Susan R.: It's a good choice. For the floors I would use natural maple.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-09-25 13:52:09
Margie: Shouldn't be a problem!

Name: Kara	Date: 2008-09-25 11:17:21
I have cherry cabinets, light cream tile on floors and gold (whole wheat SW paint) on walls. Would the venetian gold or tropical brown work?? THANKS SO MUCH :)

Name: Joy	Date: 2008-09-23 11:15:56
We are building a new kitchen with dark Nutmeg stain cabinets, stainless steel appliances and red oak floors. Would you recommend the new venetian gold for granite tops? Other suggestions?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-09-19 16:45:14
michelle: For maximum contrast I'd go with a dark brown (matching to the glaze). A more subtle approach would be a darker beige with a hint of yellow.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-09-19 16:29:06
Lue: Firstly, I would advise the Venetian Gold as it's much warmer than the dark ones. With a slate floor it will brighten the room up. Secondly, the streaking is more of a improper cleaning issue rather than the sealer. The sealer bonds with the stone and solidifies so there is no way for it to streak.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-09-19 10:37:39
David: Not a lot of contrast there. If the kitchen doesn't get much light, this would be good. If you have more room and light, I'd suggest a darker color.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-09-19 10:21:47
Christina: Haven't you looked at the slabs prior to fabrication and installation? You seem surprised with how it looks. That's not good.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-09-19 09:38:44
Lisa: For the floor I would probably go with either maple tile, or if you want ceramic, then a color that's similar to the granite. For walls, use a shade of the cherry.

Name: Martha	Date: 2008-09-10 14:18:27
Selected OVG countertops;desert shade tile backsplash w/Blk Galaxy 4" insert;Kilim Beige walls ; Maple cabinetry w/saddle stain; SS appliances; and desert shade (creams/gold/beigey) floor tile. Will OVG work or should we go darker for granite choice? I don't like dark colors and prefer warm tones.

Name: Susan R.	Date: 2008-09-05 11:06:10
We have caramel colored maple cabinets. Would new venetian gold be a good choice? If not, what would be? Also, if it is a good color, then what color hardwood floors would be good with the nvg counters and caramel cabinets?

Name: Margie	Date: 2008-08-26 21:36:56
Will red accents go with cream cabinets, rustic oak floors, goldy beige walls, & NVG c/tops. I want to keep some of my red apple decor.

Name: michelle	Date: 2008-08-21 15:37:33
I have venetian gold counter tops and a cocoa glaze on maple cabinets. What color paint would look best with this?

Name: Lue	Date: 2008-08-15 12:12:50
We have cottage style natural cherry cabinets and are leaning toward Venetian Gold Original Granite, UbaTuba or Black Pearl. Our appliances are stainless and we want a slate floor. I would appreciate help on the decision. Also, I work in many kitchens and notice that dark granites seem to streak,. Is this a sealing issue?

Name: David	Date: 2008-08-13 21:07:17
I currently have butterscotch floor (medium color), maple cabinets (light) with black laminate counter tops. A friend of mine just re did his kitchen in NVG. I really like this color. Do you think this would look right with the colors I described? I have found some pictures online similar to this and they look pretty good. Thanks in advance!

Name: Christina	Date: 2008-08-09 21:34:30
I just had new venetian gold installed in my kitchen. But, it doesn't look gold at all, looks more white even gray? Why do some look so gold? That is what I was looking for.

Name: Lisa	Date: 2008-08-07 11:38:22
I have autumn cherry cabinets and venetian gold countertops, what color floors and paint for the walls should I do?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-07-25 11:37:15
Nadine: One way to do this would be to do 4" square tumbled marble tile and a row of smaller glass tiles that match the wood.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-07-25 11:32:25
Meleda: The darker you go the more contrast you will get. Get a few samples and check.

Name: Nadine	Date: 2008-07-22 10:36:29
We have cherry apple spice cabinets, new venesian gold granite countertops, black appliances. What would suggest for a backsplash color and design style (direction)if squares large or small that would compliment the granite. Thanks

Name: Meleda	Date: 2008-07-21 13:54:54
I have NVG counters and light to med floors. What finish in cherry or maple cabinets would compliment it thanks

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-07-17 18:31:34
margie : Any good? Sure :)

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-07-17 18:28:41
LouAnn: NVG is good but might lack contrast with the cabinets... Try St. Cecilia and Giallo Ornamental.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-07-17 18:26:15
Nina: Both are very similar and will work fine. With NVG you'll get a bit more warmth.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-07-17 18:24:39
Eileen: Patience patience!! :) Sorry Eileen. There's only one me and over 200 questions a week.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-07-17 17:30:41
Eileen: For high contrast this will be perfect. Something more toned down would be Tan Brown.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-07-17 17:29:10
patty : Either one. They're really not so different.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-07-17 15:54:05
Eileen: NVG is a decent choice. Basically stay light and in warm tones, avoid green and blue.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-07-14 12:16:30
Amy: Perhaps something darker?

Name: margie	Date: 2008-07-13 13:41:38
i have white cabinets, trave floor and tumbled trav backsplash, dark chocolate paint. Would New venetian gold counter be any good?

Name: LouAnn	Date: 2008-07-12 16:11:46
Which of the lighter granites would look best with medium stained maple cabinets and a creamy light floor. The kitchen opens off a family room with a creamy limestone fireplace and wood floors that are darker than the kitchen cabinetry.

Name: Nina	Date: 2008-07-11 18:46:51
I've selected espresso colored cabinets and am deciding between santa cecilia and new venetin gold. which would be best or are there better options?

Name: Eileen	Date: 2008-07-11 14:32:48
Thanks for getting back to everyone EXCEPT me!!!

Name: Eileen	Date: 2008-07-02 18:37:09
I have dark cherry cabinets and gunstock hardwood floor, is venetian gold a match for this or should I go darker. I have black appliances

Name: patty	Date: 2008-07-02 11:32:21
I have dark brown cabinets,walnut what will look better santa cecilia or new venetian gold my floors are med cherry

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-06-30 12:56:09
priya: I'm afraid it might lack contrast.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-06-30 12:46:38
liz: Very wide selection of colors there. Basically stay in the pastel colors and you should be fine.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-06-30 12:39:39
jenni: Keeping the stone light will definitely help. Try to go for a tone that's different from the cabinets in order to retain at least some contrast.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-06-30 12:23:45
Russ: Your points are very true. Why not go for something a bit darker than NVG?

Name: Eileen	Date: 2008-06-27 19:41:51
I have dark cherry cabinets, what granite should I use? I am buying black appliances. I will decide on the floor and backsplach after I pick the granite.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-06-25 10:15:57
PRAGNA: I would sacrifice a little of the lightness for more contrast.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-06-25 09:27:30
Kimberly: That depends on how different they are from the stone. Generally speaking, contrast is desired when selecting the countertops.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-06-24 16:57:24
Lynn: It fits the bill.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-06-24 16:44:12
Pamela: Go for the one that has more color to it (it varies based on the stone's origin).

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-06-18 16:07:31
Chris: Can you describe the color for me? I think you're in the right tones, but wanted to make sure.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-06-18 16:06:46
Luis Tovanche:

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-06-18 16:06:21
Nancy: Something light with reddish accents. Take a look at Crema Bordeaux.

Name: Amy	Date: 2008-06-18 12:52:35
I have cream colored cabinets, beige walls and new venetian gold granite countertops, any suggestions for a backsplash?

Name: priya	Date: 2008-06-11 14:07:21
I am doing maple cabinets with a coffee color stain. I was thinking of the new venetian gold counter..what do you suggest...and also what about backsplash??

Name: liz	Date: 2008-06-10 12:02:00
Builder installed choices in our new house has Noble Oak Light Shrock cabs and NVG & black appliances. Floors are stained oak too. Walls are now bland beige - Need suggestions for paint colors that would brighten up room & give contrast but still be traditional. Thanks

Name: jenni	Date: 2008-06-09 14:22:23
I have faus floor in traventine beige, I will put in white or beech cabinets. The kitchen is East facing, with one window,long and narrow. Ideas for granite?

Name: Russ	Date: 2008-06-07 09:13:05
We are building a new house. We had settled on dark hard wood floors and creme cabinets with black glaze and a black vent a hood and ubatuba tops. Granite is such a beautiful stone and we are worried that ubatuba will be plain and only have one color, but we also worry that VG or SC will blend in with the cabinets. Any suggestions?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-06-06 11:59:23
Anne: If your cabinets are significantly darker than this stone, then go for it. Otherwise it all might blend together too much.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-06-06 11:55:27
Michelle: It does have the "ruby" spots in it. Depending on how light/dark the cabinets are, this could be a nice toned down choice.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-06-06 11:49:33
Diane: Aren't they too close to the color of the cabinets?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-06-06 11:32:52
Joyce: I'm afraid you're getting a tad too close to the color of the cabinets. Try something darker to create more contrast.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-05-30 13:22:20
Lynn: I'd go with the darker color. More contrast, more interest, just overall a more visually pleasing combination.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-05-30 13:14:37
richard wotruba: Are you sure that's not too light? Since it's a light room already and white cabinets, why not go a bit darker?

Name: PRAGNA	Date: 2008-05-28 07:55:57
We have recently bought maple honety cabinets and would like to know what granite would go with these, i was thinking vanetian gold? would this make the kitchen look lighter?

Name: Kimberly	Date: 2008-05-26 14:20:51
I have golden oak cabinets and wanted to put in new counters in NVG. I love the NVG but am unsure if it is an okay choice with my cabinets. Please offer advice. Thanks

Name: Lynn	Date: 2008-05-24 22:35:04
I have hickory spice cabinets, cedar log walls, 1 wall sheetrock behind stove, red oak floor, Looking at St. Cecilia light granite, as my 8ft ceiling is brown rough sawn cedar/ trying to make it no to dark ANY suggestions ?

Name: Pamela	Date: 2008-05-20 14:35:44
We have white cabinets - what is your vote on our choice between giallo ornamental and new venetian gold ? Thanks

Name: Chris	Date: 2008-05-19 23:33:24
We have quarter sawn russet brown oak mission style cabinets. What color granite would look best?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-05-19 16:04:26
michelle: Depends on how much light you have and how big the room is. Absolute black may be too dark. How about a Platinum Bahia?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-05-19 15:38:45
sonia: Many routes to take here :) How about tying into the wall and floor colors with something like crema bordeaux?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-05-19 15:37:33
Jen: Somewhat. I'd lean towards the darker color - Baltic Brown. More contrast usually makes a more interesting kitchen.

Name: Nancy	Date: 2008-05-18 18:21:08
I am going to put in natural cherry cabinets. What color granite goes best with it. I have stainless appliances and a natural red oak with knots floor.

Name: Anne	Date: 2008-05-14 07:44:04
I have maple cabinets cafe color; floors are a hone;y newport hickory, current countertops are corian sandstone. What would you suggest?

Name: Michelle	Date: 2008-05-12 18:49:18
I have cherry stained maple cabinets, stainless steel/black appliances, oak hardwood, and "sundried tomato" accent walls...would new venetian gold granite look okay, also does new venetian gold granite have garnet pieces in the stone?

Name: Diane	Date: 2008-05-11 23:03:05
I'm trying to decide on new countertops. Cabinets are oak with a golden tone. Would New Venetian Gold work or Giallo Ornamental?

Name: Joyce	Date: 2008-05-05 13:16:32
We have medium oak floors, maple cabinets with a cordovan stain. Would NVG match or do you have better suggestion? Thanks.

Name: Lynn	Date: 2008-05-02 09:59:12
I have white raised panel white cabinets with pecan oak flooring and stainless steel appliances with black handles. I can\'t decide whether to go with black like angola silver or something more gold like new venetian gold. Any suggestions? What is the differnce between venetian gold and new?

Name: richard wotruba	Date: 2008-04-30 11:15:25
have white cabinets with honey color wood floors.looking for counter granite tops of st cecelia or new venetian or gaille ornamental or whatever the room has plenty of light and joins living room dining rooms with same color wood floors

Name: michelle	Date: 2008-04-27 01:13:11
We have maple cabinets with a cocoa glaze finish and stainless appliances.WOuld you suggest a dark granite like an Absolute Black or NVG?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-04-21 14:11:53
Renee: You are right. The darker stone should provide more contrast.

Name: sonia	Date: 2008-04-18 15:06:36
We have white appliances, oak cabinets, and slate color travertine tiles on the floor. Wall color is a light rust-Tuscan color. We want to get rid of white tile countertops and put in granite, but can't decide on what color. Any suggestions?

Name: Jen	Date: 2008-04-18 14:25:48
Im torn between this New venetian gold and baltic brown...i have black appliances, light maple cabinets and antique bronze handles/knobs???? i guess both would look good?

Name: Renee	Date: 2008-04-16 17:12:23
My kitchen has antique colored cabinets, light travertine floors and white appliances. Which stone would look better: Santa Cecelia or New Venetian Gold. The NVG seems darker and might look better. What do you think?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-04-16 12:50:05
susan: This will be a good match.

Name: susan	Date: 2008-04-12 11:08:27
i have dark cherry cabinets with lite oak floors d0 you thik new venetian gold will go well i dont want anything to light

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-04-08 16:50:00
Molly: For kitchen use, 3cm thickness is the standard. As far as the color goes, this would work very well.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-04-08 16:39:00
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All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-04-08 16:30:08
Chris: How about choosing a darker color for the countertops? It would set itself off from the wall and cabinets.

Name: Molly	Date: 2008-04-08 16:03:47
Sorry - I meant 2cm or 3cm besides the color suggestion.

Name: Molly	Date: 2008-04-08 15:33:19
We will have cherry veneer cabinets with stainless appliances (a little black on the stove and microwave) in a small condo kitchen. The floor is cream color tile. Suggestions for grante countertops and 2" or 3"? Thanks.

Name: Chris	Date: 2008-04-07 10:05:25
I've got a white tile backsplash which I cannot change, light oak cbinets and new stainless appliances. I need help with color for new countertop. Thanks!

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-04-04 11:08:06
Aileen: All are bright enough to give you plenty of good contrast. Kashmir white has red streaks that could match the wood nicely.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-04-04 11:06:52
Amy: Yep, either one will be fine.

Name: Aileen	Date: 2008-03-15 13:22:06
We're getting Dark Cherry cabinetry, and tile flooring (colors undecided), what granite goes best, Venetian gold, Giallo ornamental, Santa Cecilia (the gold/copper tone type w/ lots of black lines), or Kashmir White?

Name: Amy	Date: 2008-03-15 12:34:50
We have light oak cabinets, white tile backsplash and bisque appliances. I love Venentian gold or madura gold. We have a lot of black accessories, would either one go?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-03-11 10:07:44
Donna : New Venetian Gold is a bit darker and should contrast better with the cabinets.

Name: Donna	Date: 2008-03-11 07:49:54
I have cream/bisque cabinets and a medium brown oak floor, trying to decide between venetian gold and santa cecelia dark. Your suggestions? Thank you!

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-03-03 10:48:06
Paula: You got it!

Name: Paula	Date: 2008-02-29 12:07:48
Kitchen connects to dining area which is warm colors, i.e. gold, browns, greens. After further search for darker color found Ontario Brown. Do you think it would be a good choice to compliment both the cream/taupe kitchen as well as the dining area?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-02-29 09:07:33
Paula: Perhaps something darker than this.

Name: Paula	Date: 2008-02-28 15:54:37
I have cream/taupe glaze cabinets, cream and taupe backsplash, cream and taupe tile, black appliances. What color granite would you suggest?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-02-21 11:16:11
david: Medium browns, golds... deep dark red if you dare...

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-02-21 11:00:09
Lynn : Definitely not New Venetian Gold. Maple is too close in color to this stone.

Name: david	Date: 2008-02-19 01:02:53
I'm installing cherry cabinets with a light stain. Any suggestions for granite?

Name: Lynn	Date: 2008-02-16 11:53:57
I have light maple cabinets and am planning on putting in granite countertops. What would be the best color of granite?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-02-15 11:30:26
Siva: Ubatuba will probably separate itself better from the corian.

Name: Siva	Date: 2008-02-13 14:03:04
I have new venetian gold or ubatuba for my new small kitchen island with dark cherry finish. Please give your opinion. Island is contrast to kitchen (natural oak cabinets and beige corian counter top and back splash)

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-02-07 17:42:30
Jennifer: I think there's too much gold/beige in there for a gold top. Maybe a bit more into the brown side.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-02-07 09:12:39
David: Oak usually allows you to go dark or light. Now, there are a lot of color options in both categories. I would recommend something like the Tan Brown as a dark option and perhaps Santa Cecilia or Giallo Ornamental as a light option.

Name: Jennifer	Date: 2008-02-06 19:37:11
I have natural colored red oak cabinets. My flooring is ceramic gold dust. It tends to look taupe. My walls are light beige, appliance white. What would be best color of granite?

Name: Debbie	Date: 2008-01-28 13:55:21
I am looking for a counter top color to go with Schrock cherry wood cabinets with Brierwood stain and light oak floors.

Name: David	Date: 2008-01-28 13:16:58
I have medium oak cabinets with black and stainless appliances. We are going back and forth on dark vs light granite counter tops. Could you please suggest something that would work with these color combinations?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-01-22 09:39:39
Jenni: Yes, it matters a lot. Light cream cabinets won't provide the contrast (or at least not as much) that's needed to make everything look sharp. The ideal combination would be: Dark, reddish cherry cabinets, Black appliances, neutral (travertine) floor.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-01-22 09:27:48
Rick: If the cabinets are dark, then you don't have to worry at all. The contrast between the tops and the cabinets will make both shine.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-01-22 09:25:33
Tricia: That is purely your personal choice. I would lean towards the beige. But that's just my own humble opinion ;)

Name: Jenni	Date: 2008-01-18 17:53:23
What is the best combinatio with New Ventian Gold Granite?Floors, cabinets, appliances, etc. Does it matter if your caninets are light cream colored or dark stained cabinets? Thanks.

Name: Rick	Date: 2008-01-16 19:07:50
We have dark stained raised panel cabinets. We have almond tile backsplash and I am wondering how the New venetian gold countertop would look and what color tile floor would you suggest. This is a small 9 x 12 kitchen with almond appliances with some black. Thanks.

Name: Tricia	Date: 2008-01-16 16:16:59
Would a golden or beige tone granite (New venetian gold or St. Cecelia dark) look better with a victorian white cabinetry (candlelight cabinetry) kitchen and natural oak color hardwood flooring? Can't decide!!!Thanks in advance!!!

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-01-16 09:48:32
Rob: Overall you have a light theme. I think you could go a bit darker with the countertops. Otherwise it will blend in.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-01-16 09:37:16
Diane: Usually within a business day or two.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-01-16 09:29:51
Gene: If you're looking for a low contrast setup, then yes. If you want your granite tops to be more visible, I would suggest a darker color.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-01-16 09:28:24
Diane: It depends on the rest of the kitchen, but based on just the cabinets, I think it might be a bit too close.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-01-16 09:21:04
joan: Venezian Light is more pale.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2008-01-16 09:20:06
Kevin: Yes, definitely go darker. NVG and SC will both blend in too much.

Name: Rob	Date: 2008-01-14 13:40:00
We have hickory cabinets with a Schrock Stain on them. The color of the stain is Heritage.Would new ventian gold countertops look good with this. Our appliances are almond with some black and and we are thinking of a light floor. Any suggestions?

Name: Diane	Date: 2008-01-14 13:29:57
Was wondering what time frame that you answer the comments. Thanks

Name: Gene	Date: 2008-01-13 19:30:43
I am thinking of installing New Venetian gold counter tops with hickory cabinets and light tile floors. Would this be a good combinaton? Thanks

Name: Diane	Date: 2008-01-13 15:20:16
Ihave hickory cabinets similar to pecan. would new venetian gold granite look good with that

Name: joan	Date: 2008-01-12 14:20:44
Could you tell me if there is any difference between new venetion gold and venetion gold light. Thanks

Name: Kevin	Date: 2008-01-11 23:31:30
I have cream cabinets and brazilian cherry floors and walls painted latte. I was thinking NVG or Santa Cecilia; would this look good? or should I go any darker?

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2007-09-27 13:52:48
Barbara McLouth: Not sure what color exactly your cabinets are, but try the darker golds, like golden beach, golden valley..

Name: Barbara McLouth	Date: 2007-09-23 20:02:31
We are building a new home and the color cabinets I am interested in is called Cinnamon. I plan on having wood floors in the kitchen and stainless steel appliances. Would New Venetian Gold look good with the color of the cabinets? If not, can you suggest something else. Thanks.

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2007-09-10 16:24:20
Chris: What you're looking at is a good option. Also try Tiger Skin if you're not afraid of patterns ;)

Name: Chris	Date: 2007-09-09 16:01:41
I've got light maple cabnets and gunstock hardwood floors in my kitchen, do you have any suggestions for granite color? I'd like something with black and light colors...but not something that would clash. Thanks

All Granite and Marble - Moderator	Date: 2007-07-17 16:31:20
Courtney Line: Please contact our estimating department at 201-440-6779

Name: Courtney Line	Date: 2007-07-16 16:37:17
Please provide an estimate on 44 square foot of granite.

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