12 Best Granites for Flooring | Unique and Affordable Flooring Granite

Granite flooring is gaining popularity for its durability, strength and appearance. Here we discuss some of the best granite colours for flooring in India.

Here is the list of best granites for flooring in India:

1. Indian Black Marquina Granite
2. Black Forest Granite
3. Flash Granite
4. Ivory Beige Granite
5. Silk Granite
6. Alaskan Granite
7. Desert Gold Granite
8. Tan Brown Granite
9. Honey Brown Granite
10. Bash Paradiso Granite
11. Alaskan White Granite
12. Aster White Granite

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Indian Black Marquina

Indian Black Marquina Granite is a granite with a pitch black background and crisp white striations. These striations are thin and intermittent, giving it a very distinctive look. When large slabs of Indian Marquina Black granite are book-matched for flooring applications, they look very attractive. This granite is dark and hence may not be suitable for smaller spaces. However, for larger architectural spaces with a lot of natural light, Indian black Marquina granite flooring can look exquisite and luxurious. Black Marquina granite is also suitable for wall-covering and stairs. Thus, if this granite is used for all the above-mentioned applications, the entire space can appear seamless and carved from stone.

Marquina Black Granite for India is the best granite for house flooring in sizeable spaces like living rooms, entrance lobbies and parking spaces. Coupled with warm natural light of artistic chandeliers, this granite adds luxury to the design. Though this granite is primarily used for enormous spaces and lobbies, it can also look beautiful for medium sized bathrooms.

Properties of Marquina Black Granite for Flooring

Here are some photos of Indian Marquina Black and its applications:

• Indian Black Marquina Granite Flooring
• Indian Black Marquina Granite Stairs
• Indian Black Marquina Granite Wall Covering

Black Forest Granite

Black Forest granite is a black granite with continuous white patterns. Black Forest Granite can be book-matched in floorings to create interesting patterns throughout the house floor. However, to make these patterns appealing, the right pattern must be selected. Some black forest granite blocks may have abnormal patterns that can’t be book-matched. Usually the background of this granite is black, but sometimes it may be artificially enhanced using black epoxies. Black forest granite can also be used for stairs, wall covering and countertops.

Black forest granite is found in the southern part of India and exported across the entire globe. Black forest granite is also available in leathered and flamed-finished for certain flooring applications.

Flaming or shot-blasting the granite fades the pitch black base and roughens the otherwise smooth slab. Flamed and shot-blasted granite is not usually opted for interior flooring but is used extensively for exteriors. Granite floorings are hard, durable and resistant to weathering. Black forest granite also exhibits these properties which makes it one of the best granite colour for flooring.

Properties of Black Forest Granite for Flooring

Here are some photos of Black Forest Granite and its applications:

• Black Forest Granite Flooring
• Black Forest Granite Stairs
• Black Forest Granite Wall Covering

Flash Granite

Though this granite might seem an ordinary dark coloured granite, it has a unique feature. This granite has elongated translucent crystals embedded throughout the matrix. These crystals absorb and reflect the light giving a sense of depth to the granite surface. Flash granite makes the house flooring look exquisite and distinctive.  Flash granite can make the house flooring look three-dimensional, right out of a fantasy world. Flash Granite has a slight dark-green tinge to its predominantly black base, which may not be visible in its photos.

This granite is found in the southern part of India and is heavily exported to the entire world.Owing to its superior properties, it is also favoured for countertop and stairs.

This granite is a perfect choice for areas receiving light from multiple angles due to its reflective properties. Flash Granite is very durable, has high mechanical strength and is resistant to chemicals and stains. This granite is one of the best granite colour for flooring, particularly for entrance lobbies and large architectural spaces.

Properties of Flash Granite for Flooring:

Here are some photos of Flash Granite and its applications

• Flash Granite Flooring
• Flash  Granite Stairs

Ivory Beige Granite

Ivory Beige granite is a rare granite colour from the southern part of India. This granite has a beige colour similar to some Italian and Turkish marbles. Unlike marble, this is a granite and hence has superior properties that make it an excellent choice for house flooring. Ivory beige granite is calm and simplistic, lacking any dominating grains or patterns. Ivory beige granite almost looks like marble, making it the ultimate choice for commercial spaces. Being a granite, it is more durable and requires less looking after which is important for floorings in commercial spaces. Though the granite has better properties than any marble, it is soft and prone to staining when compared to other granite colours. That said, the colour and texture of this granite make it a very subtle choice for house flooring. It works perfectly for both small and large spaces.

Properties of Ivory Beige Granite for Flooring

Here are some photos of Ivory Beige and its applications

• Ivory Beige Granite Flooring
• Ivory Beige Granite Stairs

Silk Granite

Silk Granite has a fabric-like silky base with elegant striations. Their patterns can be meticulously arranged to create interesting designs. Silk granite is light, airy and adds a soft mood to the flooring. Silk Granite is relatively soft and prone to stains just like beige granite. Thus, it is important to seal the material to protect it from getting stained. Since silk granite is a metamorphic rock it is stronger than marble. This, coupled with its beauty, it is an ideal granite for commercial and residential flooring. Silk granite is found in the southern part of India. Silk granite, just like other granites, is bound to portray natural variations in colour and patterns. Hence it is important to inspect the slabs because some natural variations may not be attractive and may take away from the beauty of your house flooring.

Properties of Silk Granite for Flooring

Here are some photos of Silk Granite and its applications

• Silk Granite Flooring
• Silk Granite for Flooring
• Silk Granite Stairs

Alaska Red Granite

Alaskan Granites have been one of the most popular choice for granite flooring in India. Alaskan Granite colours have a very exotic appearance without being too expensive. Alaskan granites are also available in a range of colours like red, white and gold. They have black and white patterns varying from small dotted asters to macro waves and striations. Some Alaskan Granite also have onyx-like translucency, which create interesting patterns with light. Hence, they have also become popular for highlighting certain elements in the interior design.

Though Alaskan granites have an appearance, they are not as durable as other typical granite colours. Alaskan granite, like Italian marble, are soft and break easily if not handled properly. Advanced resin and fibre technology has eased some problems but from a durability standpoint, they still do not perform well. If the space will receive a lot of wear and tear, Alaskan granites must be avoided. Under rough use, granite begins to chip forming dents and imperfections in the surface. It requires regular re-polishing. However, if the granite is used for interior floorings, it may not be such an enormous problem. Alaskan granite is dominantly used for flooring and wall coverings. For stairs, countertops and exterior flooring, they are not the best granite option.

Alaskan Granite is majorly available in white, red and gold colours. For house flooring, white and gold are most fit. However, Red Alaskan Granite may work for flooring depending on the design, colour palette and the purpose of the space. For house flooring, white and gold are great options because they provide a lot of flexibility in terms of the colour and material palette of the house. White and Gold Alaskan granite are versatile and make the space look larger and uncluttered.

Properties of Alaskan Granite for Flooring

Here are some photos of Alaskan Granite and its applications

• Alaskan Granite Flooring
• Alaskan Granite Stairs

Desert Gold Granite

Desert Gold Granite comprises yellow and brown grains that blend in to give it a gold-like appearance. The grainy crystals are relatively small, thus making the entire surface look consistent. Though the granite does not have any exotic patterns or textures, its rich colour or grains make the entire floor look seamless. The flooring looks highly coherent and if crafted intelligently, it can adorn the entire house. Desert Gold Granite is found in the northern part of India. Though the grains of the granite are highly consistent, the colour of each block may vary. Hence, ensuring the consistency of colour between different blocks of the granite is important when using for flooring. Because of its superior properties, it can also be used for commercial spaces like malls and offices. Besides flooring, desert gold granite is also fit for stairs and countertops. Desert gold granite is hard and resistant to stains.

Properties of Desert Gold Granite for Flooring

Here are some photos of Desert Gold Granite and its applications

• Desert Gold Granite Flooring
• Desert Gold Granite for Flooring
• Desert Gold Granite for Stairs

Tan Brown Granite

Tan brown granite is one of the most common granites of India. This granite has a dark brown base with light brown crystals embedded almost uniformly. The brown colour of this granite is very appealing and gorgeously compliments subtle colour palettes. Tan brown granite is also extensively used for stairs and countertops. As this granite is very cheap relative to other granite, it is also widely used for wall covering and exterior claddings.

Tan brown granite is found in the northern part of India. Tan brown granite is highly consistent and has high mechanical and chemical strength. That said, this granite has a very commercial appeal and may not be appropriate depending on the style you are going for. Tan brown granite, however, is a great option if you are on a tight budget and want the benefits of a granite floor.

Properties of Tan Brown Granite for Flooring

Here are some photos of Tan Brown Granite and its applications

• Tan Brown Granite Flooring
• Tan Brown Granite Stairs

Honey Brown Granite

Honey Brown Granite is like an improved version of Tan Brown Granite. Honey Brown Granite has small gold crystals that fuse with blue and brown crystals. All these amalgamate to create a very dark honey gold colour. This granite can also be leathered for a matte look. Honey Brown granite is relatively dark and may not be suitable for compact spaces. Since it lacks any exotic designs or patterns it may also not be very fit for bathroom walls. Honey Brown granite is best coupled with a lighter granite to create patterns in the floor. This is usually only possible in sizeable spaces like hotel lobbies and entrances. Honey Brown granite is found in the northern part of India. It is exceptionally hard, durable and stain resistant. Besides flooring, this granite is also an excellent choice for countertops. Honey Brown Granite is a more expensive than Tan brown granite but is a worthy upgrade. The crystals are smaller and honey brown granite has an overall premium appearance.

Properties of Honey Brown Granite for Flooring

Here are some photos of Honey Brown Granite and its applications

• Honey Brown Granite Flooring
• Honey Brown Granite Stairs

Bash Paradiso Granite

If you really love brown and admire the alluring patterns found in the more superior granite colours, Bash Paradiso Granite is the one for you. Bash Paradiso granite is found in the southern part of India. It has a chocolaty brown base with milky white striations. There striations form exotic patterns on the flooring when assiduously arranged using book-matched granite slabs. These can even form diamond shaped patterns like Italian and Turkish marble. The overall colour of this granite hits the golden spot between dark and light. Hence, Bash Paradiso granite is suitable for any floor. Whether the space is small or large, interior or exterior, this granite is highly versatile. Bash Paradiso granite has exemplary strength, chemical and heat resistance making is also fit for commercial and exterior cladding applications. Bash Paradiso granite is heavily exported to other countries where, too, it is widely used for flooring and wall coverings. Since this granite is also chemically resistant, it can also be used for countertops. However, the patterns and designs of Bash Paradiso granite’s striations may look incomplete on smaller countertops.

Properties of Bash Paradiso Granite for Flooring

Here are some photos of Bash Paradiso Granite and its applications

• Bash Paradiso Granite Flooring
• Bash Paradiso Granite Stairs

Alaskan White Granite

Though white is a very apt colour for flooring, there are few attractive white granites for flooring. White granite colours like white pearl granite look bland and unappealing. There are only a few white granites like Alaskan White granite or Aster White granite, distinctive in their appearance. White Granites and usually porous and soft. They lose their shine and are prone to chemical attacks. Despite the above, these few white granites that are especially attractive and worth it: Alaskan White Granite and Aster White Granite.

Alaskan White Granite is very exotic. It has a variety of patterns and colours with varying transparency. Like other Alaskan Granite shades, Alaskan White Granite is also held together using resin. Though, it works fine for interior flooring it may not be fit for exteriors. Alaskan White granite is also used for highlighting certain areas because of its aesthetic interactions with light.

Alaskan White granite is also suitable for wall covering, albeit not for exteriors.

Properties of White Alaskan Granite for Flooring

Here are some photos of Bash Paradiso Granite and its applications

• Alaskan White Granite Flooring
• Alaskan White Granite Stairs

Aster White Granite

Aster White granite is a rather appealing white granite. It is neither overly exotic like the Alaskan granite nor is it bland like the pearl white granite. It has sophisticated black contours on a pure white base. These counters may break to create aster-like designs. Hence the name, aster white granite. This granite is not held together by resin and fibre and is excellent strength. Being a white granite, its porosity and chemical resistance is not outstanding but works just fine, especially when compared to other white granites. Aster White Granite is found in the southern part of India. It is suitable for exteriors as well as interiors. Aster White granite finds its applications in flooring, stairs, elevation cladding and wall coverings. It is not recommended for countertops, even though it may work just fine.

On account of its rich white colour, subtle patterns and immaculate strength, Aster white granite is one of the best white granite for flooring.

Properties of Aster White Granite for Flooring

Here are some photos of Aster White Granite and its applications

• Aster White Granite Flooring
• Aster White Granite Stairs

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