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Think Twice Before Using This Outdated Granite Countertop
By KRISTY BOWEN
Granite countertops have been ubiquitous since the 1990s, and while it remains a stylish and durable option for kitchen remodels, there’s one shade you should be sure to avoid.
Dark granite with dramatic, speckled patterns can look dated and drab, as design trends have moved toward a brighter, more open feel with lighter colored surfaces.
The stone’s popularity over the last decades was down to more than just aesthetics: Flecked, dark granite surfaces are less vulnerable to stains and damage than marble or quartz.
Fortunately, you can now find granite in colors such as beige, copper, and pink, or resembling marble and quartz, so you can still benefit from its practicality and affordability.