Alaska White Granite
With its light background coloring and warm hues throughout, Alaska White granite is a striking stone that works well with many different color schemes and designs. This versatile stone can be used inside your home or outside and is ideal for floors, walls, countertops and more. Although it is one of the more expensive granite options available, its flexibility, durability and classic beauty make it well worth the cost.
Alaska White Granite Appearance
Close-up view of Alaska White granite
In general, Alaska White granite is a light colored stone with darker minerals running throughout. However, Alaska White granite slabs can vary in appearance considerably, with some slabs of this granite being much more attractive than others. The most attractive slabs of Alaska White granite have a bright, luminous background that blends shades of silver and white. These slabs have a nice distribution of neutral hues evenly distributed in a pleasing pattern throughout, varying from lighter neutrals to dark browns, blacks andgreys.
Premium Alaska White slabs
Most homeowners prefer the more attractive slabs of granite with a lighter background and an even coloring. As a result, these slabs are often referred to as “premium Alaska White granite.” All Alaska White granite is quarried in Brazil, and the premium batches of Alaska white granite are much more difficult to find than the undesirable batches. In fact, the number of undesirable blocks of this popular granite color is at least twice as high as the number of premium blocks. As a result, owners of quarries containing this type of granite reserve their best slabs for the importers who bring in the largest product quantities. They also sell these premium slabs at a higher price.
Premium Alaska White slab – With more white background and desirable color pattern
A term for more desirable (lighter background with even pattern) batch of any granite color is “Premium Granite”
Commercial grade Alaska White granite
Lesser quality slabs of Alaska White don’t have the same bright background as the more attractive stones. They may also have a less even spread of the other colors found in the granite, including black,greyand brown. These lesser quality slabs of granite tend to have imbalanced, unattractive veins of color running through them as well. These kind of slabs that are not favorite choice of most homeowners, are also referred to as “Commercial grade granite”. In cases where Alaska White granite has a predominant tint of brown instead of white, it may be referred to as “Ice Brown granite.”
Commercial grade (less desirable) Alaska White has darker background with uneven pattern
A slab of granite with uneven and darker pattern not liked by many homeowners, is termed as “Commercial Grade Granite”
Most homeowners prefer the more attractive slabs of granite with a lighter background and an even coloring. As a result, these slabs are often referred to as “premium Alaska White granite.” All Alaska White granite is quarried in Brazil, and the premium batches of Alaska white granite are much more difficult to find than the undesirable batches. In fact, the number of undesirable blocks of this popular granite color is at least twice as high as the number of premium blocks. As a result, owners of quarries containing this type of granite reserve their best slabs for the importers who bring in the largest product quantities. They also sell these premium slabs at a higher price.
The leader of natural stone imports in the United States is MS International. This company imports the largest proportion of granite slabs from other countries, including Brazil. At Arch City Granite, we have a longstanding positive relationship with MS International, allowing us to obtain the most attractive Alaska white granite for our customers. Whennew slabs of Alaska White granite arrive at MS International’s facility, we are able to look through it and purchase only the best slabs, leaving any unattractive granite behind.
Cabinet colors that go well with Alaska White
Like other white granite colors, Alaska White Granite has become more popular among homeowners in recent years. Perhaps the most common use of this stone is in the creation of Alaska White granite countertops. This style of countertop is appropriate in kitchens and bathrooms of all sizes, including smaller kitchens where other countertop choices may not be appropriate. These countertops pair best with cabinets that are white, off-white, black, espresso, coffee,greyor blue.
White and off-white cabinetry matches well with the background coloring of Alaska White granite, making it an ideal choice for homeowners who want a crisp, clean look in the kitchen or bathroom. Black cabinetry picks up the darker hues running through your Alaska White granite countertops while still providing a nice contrast between the cabinetry and the countertops themselves. Like black cabinetry, espresso and coffee colored cabinets can also pick up the colors running through your Alaska White granite countertops. These cabinet color choices also give you a nice contrast, although the color difference isn’t as stark as it would be with black cabinets.Greyand blue cabinets draw attention to thegreyishhues within the granite’s pattern. These cabinet colors provide a softer contrast while still blending nicely with your chosen granite.
In addition to using Alaska White granite in your kitchen or bathroom as a countertop, you can also use it as a backsplash. Because of its light coloring, it can add an illusion of space to the room while simultaneously adding to the design aesthetic. Although this option can be expensive, some homeowners also choose to incorporate Alaska White granite as flooring in the home.
Alaska White Granite Pricing
Alaska White granite price varies according to the retailer and the quality of the stone. In general, the more attractive Alaska White granite stones with a more even spread of colors and a brighter background will cost more than those stones that are not as attractive.
Regardless of the quality of the stone, Alaska White is a granite option that falls into a higher price range than some other available granites. Big Box stores categorize this granite’s price in the “E” or “F” category, with the “A” category being the least expensive. If you are installing a 3 cm Alaska white granite, you can expect to pay anywhere from $68 to $78 per square foot, depending on the category of the stone and the size and complexity of the job.
Key Benefits of Alaska White Granite
Perhaps the most noticeable benefit of Alaska White granite is its stunning color. Its bright background and contrasting mineral pattern make it one of the most popular choices among homeowners. This granite stone is also durable, allowing it to withstand ongoing use both inside and outside of your home. In addition, the mineral pattern on this stone helps to hide dirt and smudges. Furthermore, Alaska White granite is compatible with a wide variety of color schemes, making it a more flexible option for homeowners.
Drawbacks of Alaska White Granite
Like all granite stones, Alaska White is prone to damage if it isn’t cared for properly. As a lighter-colored granite, staining of Alaska White is a natural concern. In order to protect against stains, homeowners should follow all maintenance recommendations. Although Alaska White is a durable granite, chips and other types of damage may still occur in some cases.
Alaska White granite is among the higher-priced granite options, which makes it less affordable for some homeowners. For larger projects, homeowners can expect to spend significantly more money than they would have with a lower-priced granite. Variation in the coloring of the stone may also be seen as a drawback of Alaska White granite. Some stones have unattractive patterns that make them much less desirable. However, as long as you purchase your Alaska white granite from a reputable retailer like Arch City Granite, you can be confident that you will be installing only the best, most attractive slabs in your home.
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Consult the Stone Design Professionals at Arch City Granite & Marble
Arch City Granite & Marble is proud to offer Alaska White granite, as well as a wide variety of other stones. Whether you are interested in granite, marble, quartz or quartzite, we have a range of options to meet your needs. To learn more about our products or to talk to one of our stone design professionals about your home improvement goals, please contact Arch City Granite & Marble today.