Countertops forbathroomsneed to be waterproof, easy to clean, affordable, durable, and of course, attractive.
A fewbathroomcountertops hit those marks.
Laminate, quartz, solid surface, tile, and stone are the most viable countertop choices.
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Countertops that are available in-stock are unified pieces that can be cut and fit by anyone.
Laminate countertops work well in guest bathrooms or powder rooms.
A variety of styles is available, some of which are nearly indistinguishable from natural stone slabs.
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These countertops are often sold with integratedsink basinsbuilt into them.
Major manufacturers of quartz countertops include Corian and Cambria.
Quartz is considered the highest-end countertop material and will enhance the appearance and value of most homes.
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Quartz' high price can deter some buyers.Quartz countertopstypically cost between $50 and $200 per square foot.
Porcelain is a bang out of ceramic that features finer clays fired under higher temperatures.
Porcelain is a harder and denser material that is excellent for floors and countertops.
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Porcelain is more waterproof than ceramic tile.
While both ceramic and porcelain work for countertops, porcelain has a slight advantage.
Expect to pay $2 to $15 per square foot if you are installing your own tile countertop.
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For professional installation, costs are typically about $16 to $65 per square foot.
Grout lines can easily stain and discolor, requiringperiodic cleaningand resealing.
Solid surface materials are excellent in heavy-use bathrooms.
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Solid surface countertops are easy to refurbish.
Scratches can be sanded down with fine-grit sandpaper by any homeowner.
Do-it-yourselfers can even buff down solid surface material to a fine gloss with a vehicle buffer.
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In some cases, stone countertops are created with tiles that are laid similar to ceramic tile countertops.
Each key in of stone has its own set of pros and cons.
Some installers even embed tile, stone, or bits of polished glass into the surface during fabrication.
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It’s easy to reverse-mold simpleconcrete countertopsfrom MDF and quick-set concrete.
Premium concrete countertops molded in situ are more difficult for DIYers and must be made by experienced fabricators.
These countertops are made from recycled crushed glass embedded in either clear acrylic or concrete.
These uniquely beautiful countertops are striking to look at, and they lend a bathroom a trendy designer appeal.
Because they are typically custom fabricated, no two crushed glass countertops look the same.
They are best reserved for upper-end bathrooms where style is important.
Steer clear of porous surfaces and surfaces that are easy to crack, scratch, or stain.
Quartz countertops are more versatile and durable than quartzite.
Quartzite countertops have a more limited range of colors than quartz counters.
Quartz counters are more waterproof than quartzite counters.
