Carrara Marble Kitchens For Your Inspiration

Carrara marble is a very popular countertop material. It is installed by many designers who love the aesthetics. The selection of this material is a personal preference and you need to be comfortable with your decision.

It will etch and chip and can stain if it is exposed to acidic materials. It will etch less if the marble is honed. Even so, spills should be cleaned up immediately. If you are worried about marks on your countertops, consider quartzite as an option.

1. The island and backsplash are Carrara Marble, while the perimeter countertop is the Devon Desert Collection from Cambria. The wall color is a custom color, similar to Benjamin Moore - Senora Grey. The cabinets are also a custom color, similar to Benjamin Moore - White Dove.

Carrara Marble Kitchens For Your Inspiration

2. The countertop in this Salt Lake City kitchen is Carrara marble. The custom bench was designed by the interior designer, Caitlin Creer. The pendent light over the sink is from All Modern Lighting – Robert Abbey S3360 Blake Pendant in Polished Nickel. The pendants over the island are from Restoration Hardware – School House Pendant.

3. The island and perimeter countertops of this Charleston, South Carolina kitchen are Carrara marble. The island dimensions are 5’x9′ and the stools were sourced from Wayfair. The backsplash behind the stove is a combination of glass and carrera marble from KPM Flooring, Hilton Head Island. The gorgeous island pendants are from Hudson Valley Lighting—6917-PN-WS.

4. The countertops and backsplash are Carrara Marble, the backsplash is Italian White Bianco Carrera Random Brick – Random Strip Honed. The pendant lights over the island are the Sorenson 18 Lantern by Remains Lighting. Benjamin Moore’s Decorators White is a similar color to the paint used on the cabinets, trim and ceiling.

5. An Atlanta farmhouse kitchen features a harmonious balance of polished and rustic elements. Carrara marble countertops add a sophisted aesthetic, antique heart pine flooring and beadboard ceilings are more primitive. The island dimensions are roughly 8.5′ x 4′. A 16-foot-long wall of transom-topped French doors opens out to a porch.

6. A traditional kitchen in Charleston, South Carolina looks elegant with its Carrara marble countertops. The cabinetry was painted in Benjamin Moore - Grey owl OC-52. The light fixtures are the Birds Nest Hanging Lamp from Serena & Lily.

7. This eye-catching Chicago kitchen is full of decadence, beginning with the Carrara marble island. The backslash subway tiles are 3×6, the spacing between the tiles is only – 1/16″. The grout color is charcoal from Custom Building Products (Home Depot). The designer selected a glossy tile, recommended over a matte finish. The Tolix Marais Counter Stools are from DWR. Light fixtures are the Visual Comfort SL5175BZ-BZ1 E.F. Chapman Yoke Bronze Pendant Ceiling Light.

8. An historical home in Rumson, New Jersey features this elegant kitchen. he island counter top is honed Carrera Marble. The backsplash tile is 3″x6″ cararra marble tiles. The Charles Ghost Stools are designed by Phillipe Starck and made by Kartell.