Bathroom Counter Tops

Mar 16
11:35

2011

Elena Bullock

Elena Bullock

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If you are remodeling your bathroom, bathroom counter top is unavoidable piece of equipment. In this aticle you can find out everything you should know about bathroom counter tops.

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Bathroom counter tops are helpful pieces of equipment for every bathroom. They are used because they provide needed space for storing personal products. A bathroom counter top is usually bought because of its functionality,Bathroom Counter Tops Articles however, today people also appreciate design as well. That's the reason why we can see more and more stylish bathroom counter tops that, besides functionality, add design value to your home.

In reality, the main difference between counter tops is in color and material. Therefore I've made a list of possible options for you. One of the most popular surfaces is definitely marble. It's been around for a very long time and it's popularity is constantly increasing. Marble can come in many different colors so you can choose one that suits your home best.

Marble has both cons and pros.

The only cons I can think of is its prices. It's quite expensive. However, on the other side, its high quality can hardly be matched by any other material. It's durable as well. Cheap solution for surface can be a laminate. Basically, it's a plastic thin sheet that is put on the counter top. It can last for a while but not even nearly as long as hard surfaces. Basically, you get what you pay for.

Over some time laminate will peel up around the corners so you will have to replace it. Luckily it's very cheap. Another great choice definitely is granite. It's similar to marble and it has to be sealed as well. It is basically a dense stone that is naturally waterproof and hard to damage.

In the end, everything depends on what you want from your home. If you like contemporary style contemporary kitchens, living room, dining room... Then use modern materials. If you prefer traditional look, then stick to the old traditional materials.