Whether you require a vanity top to enhance your existing space or you’re looking for a complete bathroom remodel, there is a wide range of materials from which to choose. As a reputable provider of bathroom vanity tops in Montgomery County, we’ve created this piece to advise you on what materials are best suited for a bathroom renovation.
Don’t forget that these materials must be able to withstand soap, water, toothpaste, cleaning products, and cosmetics. Also, as there are potential risks for scratching in the bathroom, such as razors, ornaments, and other items, you may wish to consider low-scoring materials. With these factors in consideration, we have developed our top three choices for bathroom vanity tops, as well as one honorable mention.
Quartz
Quartz is one of the world’s most durable and abundant minerals. Quartz vanity tops are man-made and are composed of roughly 95% natural quartz chips and dust, which are bonded together with resins. The resulting composite of quartz and other stone materials provide renovators with a consistent look and, in some ways, become more durable than their natural stone counterparts.
Pigment is then added to color the stone for aesthetic enhancement. By adding the pigments into the stone composites, quartz countertops often have a more uniform color scheme.
Popular brand names that we offer include Silestone, Cambria, and Ceasarstone. Quartz also features a large selection of color and style options. Quartz features a natural resistance to moisture, bacteria and stains, meaning it doesn’t require any sealing. These qualities make it a safe choice for bathroom renovations.
Granite
When it comes to vanity tops, granite is still the most popular of choices; every slab is unique, and this material is available in a wide variety of colors. Granite remains one of the most widely available countertop materials, which helps to maintain its overall popularity. They are so popular, in fact, that investing in one could add hundreds of dollars to the resale value of your home. The uniqueness of each granite slab helps homeowners establish a distinctive look in each bathroom they remodel.
Offering patterns from bold to subtle, customers can always find a piece that matches their design style and requirements. Another benefit of granite is that it’s exceptionally durable. Granite vanity tops are incredibly scratch-resistant and can last a lifetime with minimal upkeep. To help maintain your granite vanity in the long term, it’s recommended to reseal them every six months or so.
Marble
For hundreds of years, marble has been a global symbol of good taste and luxury. Marble is a durable, crystalline form of limestone, and remains a durable option for vanity tops. The material combines strength, durability, and beauty to stand the test of time as an ongoing building material. Marble possesses a softness that other materials lack, enabling it to be shaped into a variety of forms that can fit into different applications.
Marble still maintains the luxurious look that has defined its existence for centuries. The material is still perceived as a sign of wealth and luxury, and is readily available in a wide variety of colors. The most common color is white, with grey streaks. However, this beautiful material can also be procured in charcoal, green, and rose. Marble is long-lasting and can be polished for a brighter shine or sanded for a casual matte finish. With the right team sealing the material and a regular cleaning routine followed, your marble countertops can withstand the test of time as well.
What About Quartzite?
While quartzite sounds like it’s a derivative of quartz, it’s actually the other way around. Quartzite is the naturally occurring metamorphic rock that is mined and cut into precise specifications. Quartzite is between a marble and granite: hard like a granite, with the look of a marble. With the right maintenance routine in place, you can take advantage of quartzite’s natural beauty to give your bathroom’s vanity top a unique and distinctive look.
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