The bathroom countertop does not need to be as functional as the kitchen countertop needs to be. You can make your bathroom countertop as pretty and its okay. You can have a different attitude in the bathroom. Make a statement.
Choosing the material can set the tone of the room. Stainless steel are easy to maintain, and will look great in a modern bathroom. Glass is likewise very modern and would be very attractive but it would need constant cleaning because fingerprints have a tendency to leave their marks. Glass tiles can be a good alternative choice.
Of course, in choosing your material, factors to consider would be the price, maintenance, compatibility with moisture, and appearance.
Aside from appearance, one should also consider price, maintenance and compatibility when investing in a bathroom countertop.
Here are four of the most popular countertop surfaces worth exploring.
Granite
Granite
Durable, heat and scratch resistant, stain resistant, and really beautiful. No two granites tiles are the same. Granite has become the most popular countertop material, where it used to be the choice surface for high-end bathrooms.
Although very easy to maintain, it can be relatively expensive. It will be wise to compare prices first before jumping onto the first granite countertop provider you will find.
Another way of saving is if you can use leftovers from another homeowner’s project. You would also be saving when you use granite tiles as they are fairly less expensive than slabs.
To keep clean, use warm water and liquid detergent. Do not use abrasive cleaners as they will scratch and will dull the finish. Granite countertops need to be sealed every six months to a year.
Granite cost including installation is anywhere from $50 – $200 per linear foot.
Quartz
Manufactured Quartz
The manufactured quartz looks similarly like marble, granite or limestone. But this is more stain resistant than most.
It is made up of 90 percent quartz particles. Comes in variety of colors and thicknesses.
Best to use quartz if you wanted a specialized edging.
Very practical and easy to clean, does not have to be sealed, and is durable.
Quartz Cost, when installed, can be from $110 to $250 per linear foot.
Tile
Tile
Porcelain tiles are stronger than granite but less expensive. It was popular but most homeowners moan about regularly cleaning the grout. Lately though, the tiles are much larger in size therefore there’s less grout to clean.
There are many types of ceramic and porcelain tiles that come in various colors and shades. May be combined with glass or metal.
Remember to use colored grout that matches the color of the tile. Need to clean grout lines regularly. Tiles are easily cleaned with just about any household detergent.
Tile Cost: For plain-colored tiles, $2 to $40 per tile. For handpainted decorative tiles, $5 to $75 per tile.
Solid Surface
Solid-Surface Materials
Solid surface is another one of the most popular options that people choose. Known brands include Corian, Gibraltar, Staron and Avonite. Very easy to maintain as well. If you’re concerned with mold and mildew, you would be wise to use solid surface. It is non-porous and hypoallergenic and therefore prevents growth of allergens mold and mildew.
Maintenance: It’s easy to clean. Use warm water and liquid detergent.
Solid-Surface Cost: $75 to $150 a linear foot, installed.
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