The bathroom top is currently in a trend and is very popular in interiors. And it is not surprising, in addition to the fact that the incised washbasin looks quite unusual and stylish, around it there is still a useful area that can be used to store different things. Having a comfortable countertop around the washbasin, you can refuse shelves and drawers near it, or reduce their quantity to a minimum. In addition, it is so convenient when soap, toothbrush or hand cream are at hand, they do not need to be removed from the shelf or bedside table.
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Features of using countertops in the bathroom
The load on the countertop in the bathroom is much less than, for example, in the same kitchen. Therefore, for its manufacture, you can use a fairly wide range of materials that will fit the interior of the bathroom and match the preferences of the owners of the house. Choosing a countertop for the area around the washbasin, you can not really think about its strength, because the hard things here will definitely not be.
The only thing that you need to pay attention to is how much the countertop material is resistant to moisture, because the spray from the washbasin will fall here permanently. And it is also desirable to understand whether there will be water splotches on the surface of the product, which can spoil the appearance of the countertop.
Classification of countertops for bathroom by material of manufacture
Nowadays, the stone has become very popular in the interiors of almost all rooms and rooms of the house, both natural and artificial. The countertop for the bathroom was no exception. These materials are very similar in appearance, but they also have significant differences. The worktop made of natural stone installed in the bathroom is extremely durable, it is almost impossible to damage it. Most often it is polished marble, which can have both a glossy and a matte structure. Bathroom with a place under the sink will look millet chic. There are only two drawbacks in natural stone: it weighs a lot, so installation will be difficult, and also expensive.
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The countertop for the bathroom, for which an artificial stone is used, looks very much like an item made of natural stone, but it will be cheaper by an order of magnitude. It is made from a crumb of marble or granite, which is joined together with acrylic. It is for this reason that such artificial countertops for bathroom are also called acrylic. Of course, they are less resistant to possible scratches and damage, but they are still very strong and reliable in comparison with other types.
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Glass countertops for bathrooms are very beautiful, which are one of the most popular today. Such countertops are available in terms of price and are resistant to damage. In addition, it is glass - this is the most moisture-resistant material among all possible for the design area around the washbasin. Of course, glass countertops are more fragile than stone ones. In addition, they are clearly visible spots of water, which must be constantly wiped.
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A laminated worktop made of particle board or MDF is one of the cheapest options, but it is rather impractical and short-lived. Particleboard or MDF laminate, thus protecting from moisture. But the protective layer is scratched over time, and water gets on the material. After some time, such a table top under the influence of moisture swells, so its service life is short.
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Lovers of aesthetic beauty can choose a mosaic countertop that will become a highlight of the bathroom interior.