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Silver Forest Granite

Granite

Silver Forest

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

Colour:

Grey White Blue Grey

Style:

Veined Exotic Polished

Brazilian exotic with bold diagonal grey-white veining and blue undertones on a cool dark grey polished base.

Silver Forest granite comes from Brazil and presents a colour palette with a distinctive twist — a prominent mid-to-dark cool grey base subtly infused with blue undertones that set it apart from conventional grey granites. Dense dynamic veining flows predominantly diagonally, interspersed with areas of turbulent swirling movement. The veins range from fine thread-like lines to bold broad bands in lighter cool grey, off-white, and occasional subtle warmer grey or light taupe. The polished finish reflects ambient light across the entire surface, amplifying the stone's complex layered character.

The blue undertones in Silver Forest are unusual and valuable — they give the stone a coolness and depth that neutral greys lack. In certain lighting conditions, the base shifts perceptibly toward blue-grey, adding a chromatic dimension that most granites simply do not possess. The diagonal vein flow creates strong directional energy, and the mix of fine and bold veining gives the surface a layered quality where delicate detail coexists with dramatic broad strokes. Performance is standard Brazilian granite: Mohs 6–7 hardness, excellent heat resistance, and the dense igneous composition that ensures reliable long-term durability.

In2Stone recommends Silver Forest for clients who want a cool-toned dramatic granite with genuine colour depth. The blue-grey undertones work beautifully alongside navy, steel blue, and slate-coloured cabinetry, and complement chrome, brushed nickel, and stainless steel hardware. It creates a distinctly contemporary, almost oceanic atmosphere that feels fresh and sophisticated.

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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Silver Forest Granite slab

Frequently Asked

Questions About Silver Forest

Does Silver Forest granite really have blue undertones?
Yes — the base colour has a distinctive cool blue-grey quality that becomes more apparent under certain lighting conditions and when viewed alongside warmer-toned stones. It is not a vivid blue but a subtle, sophisticated undertone that sets Silver Forest apart from standard neutral grey granites.
What creates the blue colour in granite?
Blue tones in granite typically come from specific feldspar minerals — particularly labradorite or oligoclase — that can exhibit subtle blue-grey colouration. The specific mineral composition and the conditions under which the stone crystallised deep within the Earth's crust determine whether these blue undertones appear.
How does Silver Forest compare to Silver Forest Caress?
Silver Forest has a standard high-gloss polished finish that maximises reflectivity and contrast. Silver Forest Caress has a textured caressed finish that softens the surface feel and reduces fingerprint visibility. Silver Forest also has stronger blue undertones in its base colour, while the caressed version reads as more neutral charcoal.
What direction does the veining flow?
The veining flows predominantly diagonally with areas of turbulent, swirling movement. This creates a strong directional energy across the worktop surface. The fabricator can orient the slab during installation to align the diagonal flow with your preferred visual direction.
What kitchen designs suit Silver Forest?
Silver Forest's cool blue-grey palette works best in contemporary kitchens with a cool colour scheme — navy, slate blue, steel grey, and white cabinetry. Chrome, brushed nickel, and stainless steel hardware complement the cool tones. It creates a sophisticated, slightly nautical atmosphere that feels fresh and modern.
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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

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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."

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

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