Colonial Gold Granite.
Colonial Gold Granite from Karnataka is a warm, amber-gold stone with a complex surface pattern of darker mineral clusters — a richly coloured granite well suited to kitchen countertops and high-end interior applications where warm tonal depth is required.
About Gold
Colonial Gold Granite is quarried in Karnataka's central granite belt, where Precambrian granitoid intrusives with elevated iron-bearing feldspar content produce the warm gold to amber colouring. The stone has been in export production for over a decade and is processed to gangsaw slabs, cutter slabs, and calibrated tiles. It is well established in kitchen countertop markets in Europe and North America. FOB Mundra / Nhava Sheva. Origin and specifications verified by Gemarix.
Geological Profile
Colonial Gold is a medium-to-coarse grained granite dominated by warm gold-amber potassium feldspar, quartz, and plagioclase, with biotite and hornblende as the principal dark-mineral phases. The gold-amber colour of the feldspar results from iron-bearing trace minerals within the feldspar structure. Dark mineral clusters — hornblende and biotite aggregates — are distributed through the matrix and provide the stone's characteristic three-tone pattern of gold, cream, and dark grey-black. The stone has moderate porosity and benefits from sealing in kitchen and bathroom applications.
Color & Character
Colonial Gold Granite presents a rich gold to amber matrix with clusters of cream-white plagioclase and dark grey-black hornblende distributed across the surface. The three-tone composition creates a warm, active pattern with depth and movement. On polished surfaces, the gold feldspar takes on an intense warmth under natural and artificial light — the stone's colour appears richer and deeper when wet or freshly polished. The overall character is warm, opulent, and well suited to traditional and contemporary luxury interior schemes.
Best Applications
Kitchen Countertops
Colonial Gold's warm amber tones and robust surface make it a perennial kitchen worktop choice, pairing well with dark wood, cream, and off-white cabinet finishes.
Bar & Reception Counters
The stone's rich colour makes it a natural choice for bar tops, reception desks, and hospitality counters where material warmth is a design priority.
Feature Walls
Full-height Colonial Gold panels create warm, richly coloured feature walls in residential living rooms and hotel dining areas.
Flooring
Large-format honed Colonial Gold tiles create warm, durable floor surfaces in residential and hospitality settings.
Fireplace Surrounds
The stone's warm amber depth makes it an excellent material for fireplace surround, hearth, and mantel applications.
Bathroom Vanities
Vanity tops and wall cladding in Colonial Gold create warm, luxury bathroom environments as an alternative to cooler grey or white stones.
Available Finishes
Polished
Mirror-bright finish that enhances colour depth and mineral detail.
Honed
Matte, contemporary surface with good slip resistance for flooring and wet areas.
Leathered
Subtle micro-texture with sophisticated hand feel, ideal for kitchen surfaces and feature walls.
Brushed
Tactile finish with a refined natural feel, suited to exterior and heritage applications.
Available Sizes
Gangsaw Slabs
up to 280 × 180 cm
Thickness: 18, 20, or 30 mm. Ideal for large-format countertops and continuous wall cladding.
Cutter Slabs
up to 240 × 75 cm
Thickness: 16, 18, or 20 mm. Standard for kitchen vanity tops and commercial worktops.
Tiles
30×30, 30×60, 60×60 cm
Calibrated tiles for flooring and wall applications.
Custom Cuts
Cut-to-size
Bespoke dimensions available for export orders on request.
Care & Maintenance
Colonial Gold Granite should be sealed with an impregnating sealer at installation and re-sealed every 12 to 18 months in kitchen and bathroom use. The warm gold tones can be susceptible to oil and wine staining if unsealed. Clean with pH-neutral stone cleaner; remove spills promptly. Avoid acidic cleaners. Polished surfaces are more stain resistant and easier to maintain than honed finishes.
Request a Quote
Price on request. FOB Mundra / Nhava Sheva. MOQ and pricing vary by specification and destination. Contact us for availability, samples, and lead times.