Go Green – Beautiful Green Stones
Many people assume that stone worktops need to be marble white, granite grey or shades of beige. Nothing could be further from the truth. As well as beautiful natural stones in all shades of the rainbow, processed stones like Arena Stone and Silestone have further expanded the range of colours available so you can have a stone bathroom or kitchen worktop in any colour you like. As Saint Patrick’s Day is around the corner, here are 4 of our favourite green stones.
Fresh as spring leaves
Quartz Emerald Green (part of the premium Nilestone collection) offers a striking, high-performance alternative to natural stone. Inspired by the deep beauty of precious jewels, this engineered surface blends a rich green base with contrasting cream tones to create an eye-catching, unique pattern.
Because it is manufactured from approximately 93% natural quartz combined with polymer resins, it delivers a non-porous, zero-bacteria surface that is highly resistant to scratches, heat, and stains. This makes it an ideal option for heavy-use kitchen worktops or luxury vanity units where you want the dramatic visual statement of a deep, biophilic green without the specialized sealing and maintenance requirements of traditional marble.
All natural hues
When certain minerals are present, natural stones like marble and granite can take on unusual hues too. Green marble is often tinted by the presence of serpentine or formed from stone with magnesium or silica. As the process takes place naturally over thousands of years, the shade and patterning cannot be controlled. As a result, different colours of marble typically come from quarries in different parts of the world. Ireland and Sweden have been known historically for their green marble, but today better transport links let us import marble from around the world at an affordable price.
Beautiful depth of colour
Mimicking the subtle shades of natural stone, Green Guatemala is an ideal choice if you’re looking for a more delicate touch of colour. With a rich texture, this deep green is a great way to add a hint of colour to a kitchen or bathroom.
A striking natural stone, Green Guatemala marble features a rich emerald-green backdrop accented by dramatic, web-like veining.
Despite its Central American name, this premium material is primarily sourced from the historic, high-quality quarries of the Udaipur region in Rajasthan, India. Perfect for luxury bathrooms, feature walls, and statement furniture, its deep, biophilic tones bring a timeless, opulent feel to any space.
Bright as a leprechaun’s britches
Whether you’re celebrating your Irish heritage or simply love having bright colours in your home, green Silestone is a great choice. Made from quartz, one of the toughest materials found in nature, Silestone uses dyes to create their bold and bright colours. The stone is non-porous, scratch resistant and easy to clean, making it an ideal choice for kitchen worktops, bathrooms and floors. It’s a popular choice in modern homes with a bright, minimalist design as the stone itself is a stunning and eye-catching feature without the need for additional ornamentation.
