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.
New River White Granite
Granite
- Origin
- India (South India, per catalogue)
- Thickness
- 18 mm
- Upkeep
- Low
New River White is a white granite from South India. Appearance: white ground with fine grey veining and red specks. Common uses: kitchen counters, staircases, flooring. Outdoors, use a rough or leather finish, because polished granite is slippery when wet.
New River White at a glance
| Type | Granite |
|---|---|
| Origin | India (South India, per catalogue) |
| Colour | White (white stones) |
| Look | White ground with fine grey veining and red specks |
| 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 New River White work in my room?
Choose a room for a straight answer.
Yes, New River White 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, New River White 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, New River White 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, New River White 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, New River White 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, New River White 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 New River White 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 New River White
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 New River White
Where is New River White from?
New River White 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 New River White good for kitchen countertops?
Yes. New River White suits a kitchen counter. Maintenance is low. Hard and stain-resistant. Seal light colours against oil.
Which finish is best for New River White?
New River White 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 New River White?
Maintenance is low. Hard and stain-resistant. Seal light colours against oil. Avoid acidic and bleach-based cleaners on natural stone.