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Colonial Gold Granite

Granite

Colonial Gold

25+ Years Experience
1,500+ Projects Completed
4.9 from 100+ Reviews
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Full Service — Installation

Our granite range is available with full supply, templating, fabrication and installation across Portsmouth, Fareham, Gosport, Havant, Waterlooville, Chichester, Southampton and the surrounding area, with our services extending to Hampshire, Sussex, Surrey, Dorset and Berkshire . The reach of our installation service depends on the type of project — contact us to discuss your requirements.

Supply & Fabrication — UK Wide

Outside our installation area? We can fabricate granite to your supplied template, or supply the stone directly as-is — anywhere in the UK . Learn more .

The Stone

See the natural beauty of Colonial Gold up close — the surface texture, colour depth, and veining that make this granite unique.

Colour:

Cream White Gold Brown

Style:

Natural Polished

A warm, sunlit granite from India, Colonial Gold bathes spaces in predominant cream-white, gently clouded with soft gold-amber and subtle charcoal-brown accents.

Colonial Gold granite invites a radiant warmth into any home. We see a predominantly cream-white base, luminous and inviting, gently traversed by soft, ethereal clouds of gold-amber. These delicate movements are subtly punctuated by scattered dark charcoal-brown mineral accents, adding depth without disrupting the stone's overall serene character. Its light, warm essence and the natural, gentle colour variation create a truly welcoming, sunlit quality, making every surface feel bright and elegantly organic.

Quarried from the ancient geological formations near Madurai in Tamil Nadu, India, Colonial Gold is an intrusive igneous rock, forged deep within the Earth's crust. Its creation began as silica-rich magma slowly cooled and solidified, allowing large, interlocking crystals of quartz, feldspar, and mica to form – a process that grants granite its renowned hardness and density. This geological journey gives Colonial Gold its robust structure and enduring beauty, a testament to the Earth's timeless artistry.

Choosing Colonial Gold for your kitchen worktops means bringing both exceptional beauty and practical resilience into your daily life. As a granite, it offers impressive resistance to scratches, heat, and everyday kitchen acids, making it a truly hardworking surface for busy homes. We passionately hand-template and install each slab, ensuring the subtle movement of the gold-amber clouds flows seamlessly across your space. A simple sealing by our team ensures excellent stain resistance, and routine cleaning with mild soap and water is all it needs to maintain its luminous appeal for decades. It's a choice that reflects our commitment to craftsmanship, honest value, and bringing enduring elegance to your home.

Performance

How This Stone Performs

Hardness

4 out of 5

Stain Resistance

3 out of 5

UV Resistance

5 out of 5

Heat Resistance

5 out of 5

Scratch Resistance

4 out of 5

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Colonial Gold Granite slab

Frequently Asked

Questions About Colonial Gold

What gives Colonial Gold granite its distinctive visual appeal?
Colonial Gold granite is celebrated for its warm, predominantly cream-white base, which features gentle, cloud-like formations of soft gold-amber. These elements are subtly accented by scattered dark charcoal-brown minerals, creating a luminous and inviting surface with natural, organic movement.
What kitchen styles or colour palettes would best complement Colonial Gold granite?
Its warm, light character makes Colonial Gold incredibly versatile. It pairs beautifully with classic cream or white shaker cabinetry for a timeless look, or with light wood tones for a rustic, sunlit feel. For a more contemporary touch, consider deep greens or blues to create a striking contrast that allows the gold-amber tones to truly shine.
How durable is Colonial Gold granite, and what care does it require?
As a granite, Colonial Gold is exceptionally hard (Mohs 6-7) and renowned for its durability. It's highly resistant to scratches, heat, and common kitchen acids. We apply a professional seal during installation to enhance its natural stain resistance. For daily care, simply wipe with mild soap and water; avoid abrasive cleaners to maintain its polished luminosity.
Where does Colonial Gold granite originate, and how does its formation influence its qualities?
Colonial Gold granite is quarried from the Madurai region of Tamil Nadu, India. It's an intrusive igneous rock, meaning it formed from magma cooling slowly deep within the Earth's crust. This slow cooling process allows large, interlocking crystals of quartz and feldspar to develop, contributing to its remarkable density, strength, and the unique crystalline patterns we admire.
How does Colonial Gold granite compare to other popular light-coloured worktop options?
Colonial Gold offers the best of both worlds: the natural warmth and unique patterns of stone, combined with granite's superior durability compared to softer materials like marble. While it provides the premium feel of natural stone, its aesthetic versatility often makes it a more accessible choice than some of the rarer, highly dramatic granites or quartzites, without compromising on lasting elegance.
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"We decided to get bespoke granite work tops for our new kitchen and have to say that we are over the moon with them. From the outset, Ian was very professional when selecting the stone, he listened to what we wanted, went through all of the possibilities that we could have for our worktops and went through the process in detail once we had made a decision. The templateing and fitting was carried out by an incredibly professional and helpful team run by Kev, who knew exactly what they were doing and just got on and made my kitchen look amazing. I would highly recommend In2stone for a helpful, knowledgeable and professional service from start to finish."
— Nicky HavardGoogle Review

Why Choose Us

Why In2stone

Invisible Joins & Ogee Edging

The edge profiles and seamless joins other suppliers say they can't do? We do them every week.

"Other quartz suppliers weren't able to offer the ogee edging I wanted — In2stone could."

Olivia Tett

The Quote Is the Price

No hidden costs, no surprises. We consistently beat competitor quotes — even online discounters decline to match us.

"Beat 6 other companies by a mile. Even an online company that claims to beat any quote declined to."

Dean Fitzpatrick

Ian Answers the Phone

No answering machines or sales scripts. You'll speak to the people who'll actually work on your project.

"Ian always answered the phone or called me back — and that was before we even decided to use him."

Carly Rielly