Swatch from the Akrruthi 2026 catalogue. Move over the image to see the veining up close. Every slab varies; you choose your own slabs at the store or on a video call.
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Imperial Gold Granite
Granite
- Origin
- India (South India, per catalogue)
- Thickness
- 18 mm
- Upkeep
- Low
Imperial Gold is a gold granite from South India. Appearance: bright yellow-gold ground with white clouding. Common uses: kitchen counters, staircases, flooring. Outdoors, use a rough or leather finish, because polished granite is slippery when wet.
Imperial Gold at a glance
| Type | Granite |
|---|---|
| Origin | India (South India, per catalogue) |
| Colour | Gold (gold and yellow stones) |
| Look | Bright yellow-gold ground with white clouding |
| Thickness | 18 mm |
| Finishes this stone can take | Polished, Honed, Leather, Antique, Rough (flamed) |
| Maintenance | Maintenance is low. Hard and stain-resistant. Seal light colours against oil. |
Finishes listed are those this stone can take, not stock. Check availability for the finish you want.
Best for
- Kitchen counters
- Staircases
- Flooring
- Exteriors
- Commercial floors
Avoid in
- Polished finish on outdoor steps and ramps (use rough or leather finish there)
Will Imperial Gold work in my room?
Choose a room for a straight answer.
Yes, Imperial Gold suits flooring.
It is one of the uses this stone is suited to. See it on a full slab before you decide how the veining should fall.
All stones for flooringYes, Imperial Gold suits kitchen countertops.
It is one of the uses this stone is suited to. See it on a full slab before you decide how the veining should fall.
All stones for kitchen countertopsYes, Imperial Gold suits bathrooms.
It is one of the uses this stone is suited to. See it on a full slab before you decide how the veining should fall.
All stones for bathroomsYes, Imperial Gold suits staircases.
It is one of the uses this stone is suited to. See it on a full slab before you decide how the veining should fall.
All stones for staircasesYes, Imperial Gold suits wall cladding.
It is one of the uses this stone is suited to. See it on a full slab before you decide how the veining should fall.
All stones for wall claddingYes, Imperial Gold suits outdoor and paving.
It is one of the uses this stone is suited to. See it on a full slab before you decide how the veining should fall.
All stones for outdoor and pavingWe would not use Imperial Gold for backlit features.
It is not suited to this use. If you love the look, these stones suit backlit features:
All stones for backlit features
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Where to see Imperial Gold
Akrruthi, Jigani
Granite and Indian Marble
St No 12/1, Begihalli Village, Anekal Hobli, Jigani, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560083Opening hours: please call before you visit.
Questions about Imperial Gold
Where is Imperial Gold from?
Imperial Gold comes from India (South India, per catalogue). This is the usual source for stone sold under this name; we confirm the source of each lot when you enquire. Akrruthi sells every stone under its true origin.
Is Imperial Gold good for kitchen countertops?
Yes. Imperial Gold suits a kitchen counter. Maintenance is low. Hard and stain-resistant. Seal light colours against oil.
Which finish is best for Imperial Gold?
Imperial Gold can take these finishes: polished, honed, leather, antique and rough (flamed). It is most often sold polished. Polished shows colour and pattern most strongly; honed and textured finishes are matt and give more grip. Ask which finish is available in the lot you choose.
How do I clean and maintain Imperial Gold?
Maintenance is low. Hard and stain-resistant. Seal light colours against oil. Avoid acidic and bleach-based cleaners on natural stone.