Granite is found in nearly every home, and while that speaks to its appeal, it also means that choosing granite for your Orangeville home isn’t exactly original. While adding this natural material to your kitchen or bathroom will certainly increase its appeal, if you are looking to do something different, picking an exotic variety is a great way to add that personal, sophisticated and eye-popping touch.

There are many different varieties of granite and other natural materials that are not as common in modern homes across Orangeville. This is because these materials are more difficult to find, harder to mine and sometimes only available in limited quantities. While this does up their unique factor, it also means an increase in price tag. If you are working with a budget while completing your Orangeville home renovation, using these materials as accents is a great way to get the special touch you are searching for without needing to pinch pennies too tightly.

Azul Bahia

Azul Bahia is an excellent choice for homeowners who love the beach, the intricate details and colours in the waves and natural blue hues in their home. Mined in Brazil, this semi-precious bedrock granite incorporates intricate veining into a unique blue stone that varies in shade from black to true blue and even green. With the art-like quality of a slab of Azul Bahia, it is the perfect choice for a fireplace surround, outdoor fountain or even a Middle Eastern inspired swimming pool.

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Van Gogh

Van Gogh is granite mined in Brazil. Unique in quality and full of colour, this natural material perfectly complements any solid coloured décor. Van Gough slabs incorporate waves of blue, green, grey and even shades of brown, and they add a true pop of colour, so it shines brightest when incorporated into your home in smaller doses. Use it to create a focal point around your fireplace, a backsplash for your Orangeville kitchen or that special touch in your en suite master bath.

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Onyx

Majestic onyx is rare and not as durable as granite. Mined around the world, this material is difficult to quarry intact except in smaller pieces. This difficulty is what drives up the price. Onyx is beautiful in just about any space, but it does scratch and ding easily, so it is not typically the best choice for entryway flooring or other heavy traffic areas. Instead, incorporate it into a decorative accent wall, a master bath sink or in smaller pieces as part of your kitchen backsplash for a unique, natural and show stopping look.

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Granite may be the mainstay in most homes, but it is not your only option when it comes to adding contrast, installing flooring or creating fabulous countertops. With a little creativity and an eye for décor, you can add these more exotic varieties and transform your Orangeville home into one that is truly unique. Discuss these and other natural stones with your Alair Homes Orangeville home renovation specialist to discover what will work best for your family.