What Are Waterfall Countertops?
Waterfall countertops feature a continuation of the countertop material cascading down the sides.
You’ll find them in a wide range of materials and most commonly on kitchen islands.
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Marble and quartz waterfall countertops exude a luxe and classic look.
Check out these waterfall countertops in a range of finishes for inspiration.
Asymmetrical Waterfall Island
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A waterfall countertop doesn’t need to cascade down both sides.
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A one-sided waterfall creates a floating illusion that adds interest to a modern kitchen.
Floating one side of the waterfall countertop helped achieve all of the above by adding a sense of weightlessness.
Quartz Waterfall Island
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Waterfall countertops often appear in modern kitchens.
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The added wood detail makes the small alcove a beautiful design detail.
However, there are ways to use these materials and hone a modern look.
Waterfall Peninsula
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Waterfalls aren’t just for free-floating islands.
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We love an opportunity to show off beautiful stone material such as this marble," Lee says.
“Waterfall countertops are a classic option to display these materials as an alternative to a solid stone backsplash.
Textural Stone Veining
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Flat cabinets provide a clean and modern look in a kitchen.
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Alyssa Magid Interior Design added wood detailing to the front of this waterfall countertop for a warm Scandinavian-inspired look.
To create contrast, pair black bar stools with iron bases with a quartz waterfall counter.
A stainless steel waterfall countertop combined with matching appliances solidifies a kitchen’s sleek, modern appearance.
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Dark features and interesting textures like the oven hood and backsplash keep the room from feeling sterile.
Wood also brings a natural richness and warmth that you do not get with marble or quartz.
The kitchen island features a concrete waterfall counter with built-in cutting boards, which quickly pop up for cleaning.
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Transitional Kitchen
Transitional kitchensmeld traditional elements with modern features.
The marble waterfall countertop frames the farmhouse-inspired oak kitchen island.
Classic gold fixtures from the lighting to the faucet add visual warmth to the crisp, white cooking space.
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The gray kitchen cabinets and stone tile floor amplify the granite’s lovely gray flecks and veins.
Glossy Stone
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Glossy features are the highlights in this kitchen by Kate Coughlin Interiors.
The marble waterfall countertop surrounds a white lacquer island with bronze hardware.
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The veining shown on the counter and backsplash creates a dramatic effect that breaks up the white space.
Its dark gray color lends contrast to the white and light gray kitchen.
Monochromatic Kitchen
Sticking to a monochromatic color scheme can instantly make any kitchen feel modern.
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The leopard print counter stools break things up a bit with a pop of whimsical pattern.
Additional black accents, including the oven hood and cabinet, draw the eyes around the cooking space.
Calcutta Quartz Island
A crisp white cooking space creates the perfect clean slate for a home chef.
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Here, Oxbow and Olin Design Studio installed a Calcutta quartz waterfall kitchen island.
Blue cabinetry throws focus on the white quartz waterfall countertop.
The wood features and brass accents warm up the mostly cool-toned space.
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Black Stone Waterfall Island
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Complement anall-black kitchenwith a dramatic black waterfall island.
Thismidcentury modern kitchenremodel includes glossy finishes for a glamorous retro-inspired look.
Yes, waterfall countertops are still in style.
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They’re even having a bit of a renaissance.
Waterfall countertops instantly update a kitchen.
The main drawback of a waterfall countertop is the price, since it requires more material to build.
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