Top 5 Materials Used For Bathroom Vanity Countertops

For decision-makers and homeowners, choosing the ideal material for their bathroom vanity countertop can be daunting. Help customers decide between a wide variety of available materials, textures, and colors covering almost every price point by steering them toward materials that suit their design requirements, personal taste, and budget as well.

What are the most popular bathroom vanity countertop materials?

While most bathroom vanities aren’t used as heavily as kitchen countertops that suffer through spilled oil or alcohol, hot pans, or sharp knives, they do have to deal with soap, cosmetics, toothpaste, and other chemical-based liquids. The good news is that many of the bathroom vanity materials out in the market combine both aesthetics and toughness equally.

Pro Tip: If you’re a designer or design-build contractor, make sure you can readily provide potential clients with samples so they always have a clear idea of how the different materials look and feel.

Take a look at some of the most common bathroom vanity countertop materials being sold today:

Concrete

Concrete is one of the newer vanity countertop materials and its current popularity is due to the surge in industrial design trends. It’s available to sell in a wide range of colors and textures, along with decorative inlays. 

Because it is a very malleable substance, it can be used in multiple ways. Concrete is an organic material, but it can also be made into an imitation of natural stone as well.

If clients have a specific shape, style, or dimensions in mind, concrete is a good choice because it is custom cast. Aside from being very durable, eco-conscious clients will appreciate how it can be a green choice once recycled material is added.

What do clients have to consider if they’re leaning toward concrete in vanities? First, it will have to be designed, made, and installed by professionals. Concrete is a naturally porous material din so the countertop has to be waxed and sealed on a regular basis. Visible seam lines are also a factor, but they can be remedied with the use of colored filler.

Marble

If there’s one material that says timeless elegance and luxury, it has to be marble. For centuries, marble has been a staple in the homes of affluent citizens and in palaces across the world. With the introduction of advanced production methods, marble is now much more affordable than it used to be but it is still considered one of the priciest options available. 

Marble is usually white in color with gray streaks, but other variations are also available. It’s a durable and long-lasting surface that can either be honed for a matte finish or polished to a high shine. Not only does it fit with the majority of themes, but it is also dent- and chip-resistant.

Here at Alya Bath, we offer several collections that feature marble countertops that will surely catch the eye of potential clients. Take a look at the timeless Wilmington collection or, for a more modern appeal, the Norwalk collection.

Quartz

Quartz is made up of natural stone, pigment, and resin. This form of engineered stone is then custom cut before use in bathroom vanity countertops. If clients prefer material that is stronger than granite and doesn’t require sealing, quartz is a wise pick. It’s offered in a wide range of colors and installation options. Quartz is also naturally resistant to bacteria, stains, and moisture.

Quartz can be slightly costly and its textured finishes need regular cleaning because they often show fingerprints.

Granite

Granite is another popular material for bathroom vanity countertops because of its pleasing aesthetics, durability, and wide range of patterns and colors. It can fit almost any decor because of the seemingly endless design choices. Granite is also scratch-resistant, heat- and humidity-resistant! Plus, it can be easy to maintain when sealed correctly. 

Depending on the type of granite, this material can come with a steep price tag. Damages are likely to happen if it is handled improperly, so you’ll want to recommend that your clients hire a pro to install a granite countertop.

Solid Surfaces

Solid surfaces are engineered and often made with acrylic resin as well as stone. They are known to be extremely hardy and naturally resistant to stains, water, and bacteria. Solid surfaces also come in several styles that can be as beautiful as natural stone. With light buffing, minor damage is easily repaired and they are practically seamless. 

While it is very durable, the surface can still be damaged by heavy items dropped on the countertop or by intense heat near the material. Our Paterno collection sports durable and beautiful acrylic countertops that are sure to be a top pick for the more price-conscious client.

There are more materials to suit every style and budget than ever before when it comes to bathroom vanity countertops. If you provide enough options for your potential clients, you’ll surely have a return customer (plus a potential recommendation to their network of friends and family)!