Granite Colors & Finishes

Granite color and finish play a major role in the final look of a memorial. Miller Monuments offers a range of granite options, from traditional black and gray to warmer reds, blues, pinks, and specialty selections. Because granite is a natural stone, each piece has its own variation in pattern and character.

We are happy to help families compare colors, finishes, and overall design options so the final memorial feels both beautiful and fitting.

You can also explore our Headstone & Monument Styles to see how different granite choices work with each design.

Dark Barre Gray

classic soft gray with a traditional look

Wausau Red

deeper red tone with strong warmth

Impala

medium dark gray-black with a refined look

Evergreen

deep green tone with natural richness

India Red

classic red granite with enduring warmth

Catseye Brown

warm brown with dynamic patterning

Dakota Mahogany

warm red-brown with rich character

American Black Mist

dark charcoal-black with subtle movement

Paradiso

flowing purple-brown movement with distinctive character

Jet Black

crisp black with strong contrast

Royal Emerald

deep green with premium visual character

Imperial Pink

soft pink granite with a lighter appearance

North American Pink

gentle pink-gray with a classic memorial feel

Canadian Mahogany

rich red-brown with natural depth

Blue Pearl

dark stone with reflective blue-silver highlights

Bahama Blue

blue-gray granite with visible movement

Galaxy Black

black stone with reflective flecking

Mesabi Black Select

premium dark stone with elegant character

Granite Finishes

Polished

A polished finish creates a smooth, reflective surface and is often chosen for its crisp lettering and rich color depth.

Steeled / Honed

A steeled or honed finish creates a softer, matte look with less reflection and a more understated feel.

Rock-Pitched

A rock-pitched edge or surface introduces natural texture and contrast, often paired with polished areas for visual balance.

Combination Finishes

Many memorials combine finishes to create contrast, highlight engraving, and achieve a more distinctive overall design.

Granite is a natural material, so color, grain, and pattern will vary slightly from one memorial to another.