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.
Illustration: this swatch mirrored, to show how two consecutive slabs open like a book. Whether a lot allows book-matching is confirmed at the viewing.
Kingfisher Blue Granite
Granite
- Origin
- India (South India, per catalogue)
- Thickness
- 18 mm
- Upkeep
- Low
Kingfisher Blue is a blue grey granite from South India. Appearance: grey-blue ground with linear waves. Common uses: kitchen counters, staircases, flooring. Outdoors, use a rough or leather finish, because polished granite is slippery when wet.
Kingfisher Blue at a glance
| Type | Granite |
|---|---|
| Origin | India (South India, per catalogue) |
| Colour | Blue grey (green and blue stones) |
| Look | Grey-blue ground with linear waves |
| 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 Kingfisher Blue work in my room?
Choose a room for a straight answer.
Yes, Kingfisher Blue 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, Kingfisher Blue 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, Kingfisher Blue 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, Kingfisher Blue 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, Kingfisher Blue 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, Kingfisher Blue 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 Kingfisher Blue 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 Kingfisher Blue
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 Kingfisher Blue
Where is Kingfisher Blue from?
Kingfisher Blue 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 Kingfisher Blue good for kitchen countertops?
Yes. Kingfisher Blue suits a kitchen counter. Maintenance is low. Hard and stain-resistant. Seal light colours against oil.
Which finish is best for Kingfisher Blue?
Kingfisher Blue 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 Kingfisher Blue?
Maintenance is low. Hard and stain-resistant. Seal light colours against oil. Avoid acidic and bleach-based cleaners on natural stone.