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Giallo Ornamentale Granite

Granite

Giallo Ornamentale

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 Giallo Ornamentale up close — the surface texture, colour depth, and veining that make this granite unique.

Style:

Speckled Natural Polished

The Italian-named twin of Giallo Ornamental — same warm Brazilian gold, same refined dark speckle, with subtle tonal variations between quarry blocks.

Giallo Ornamentale is the Italian-spelled counterpart of the beloved Giallo Ornamental, sharing the same Brazilian origins in Espírito Santo and the same warm, universally appealing character. This cream-and-gold granite features a medium-grained, speckled pattern of soft cream-white, warm golden-beige, and scattered dark charcoal-black and warm brown mineral accents. The lively, even texture creates a classic, dependable aesthetic that has earned this granite variant a devoted following worldwide. The distinction between 'Ornamental' and 'Ornamentale' varies by market and quarry block — some distributors use the names interchangeably, while others reserve 'Ornamentale' for blocks with slightly different tonal emphasis. In practice, both deliver the same warm creamy-gold palette with dark mineral speckles that has made this granite family one of the world's most popular choices for kitchen worktops. At In2stone, we stock whichever variant is available from our suppliers at any given time, and our team will ensure you're delighted with the specific slab you receive. The warm neutral palette suits both traditional and contemporary kitchen designs, and our craftsmen deliver the same precision installation regardless of which tonal variant graces your kitchen.

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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Giallo Ornamentale Granite slab

Frequently Asked

Questions About Giallo Ornamentale

Is Giallo Ornamentale the same as Giallo Ornamental?
The two names are Italian (Ornamentale) and English-adapted (Ornamental) versions of the same granite family. Both originate from Espírito Santo, Brazil, and share the same warm creamy-gold base with dark mineral speckles. Minor tonal variations may exist between specific quarry blocks, but the overall character, composition, and performance are identical.
What does Giallo Ornamentale granite look like?
Giallo Ornamentale features a warm cream-and-gold base with medium-grained speckling of soft cream-white, warm golden-beige, and scattered dark charcoal-black and brown minerals. The texture is lively and even, creating a classic, dependable aesthetic that's warm without being dramatic — refined natural beauty that suits virtually any kitchen style.
What kitchen styles suit Giallo Ornamentale?
Giallo Ornamentale's warm neutral palette is remarkably versatile. It pairs beautifully with traditional cream Shaker cabinets, contemporary handleless units in pale grey, natural timber in oak or walnut, and painted cabinets in sage green or duck egg blue. The warm tones create a welcoming atmosphere in any design style, from rustic farmhouse to sleek contemporary.
Where is Giallo Ornamentale quarried?
Giallo Ornamentale is quarried in Espírito Santo, Brazil — one of the world's most productive granite regions. The Giallo (yellow) granite family from this region has been exported worldwide for decades, earning a reputation for consistent quality and warm, accessible beauty. Brazil's Espírito Santo state produces many of the golden granites that have become staples of international kitchen design.
How durable is Giallo Ornamentale granite?
Giallo Ornamentale has all the durability characteristics of quality Brazilian granite: Mohs 6–7 hardness, excellent heat and scratch resistance, good stain resistance when sealed, and complete UV stability. The medium-grained structure provides excellent impact resistance. With simple annual sealing and daily cleaning with pH-neutral soap, it will serve your kitchen beautifully for decades.
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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