If you thought the countertop couldn’t get any more creative,
check out the hottest look in kitchen design today-the waterfall
countertop.
This countertop streams down on both sides, creating a lush look
that is sure to make heads turn when they walk into your kitchen.
With a waterfall countertop, you can use such materials as
marble, quartz or granite to create a dazzling island that extends
to the floor.
A standard countertop is a horizontal slab, but the waterfall
counter has edges that drop down. It’s a luxurious look, and it
costs a bit more to install for the obvious reason that you’re using
more stone, but isn’t your favorite room in the house worth it?
You’re sure to inspire others when you entertain in your kitchen,
and even more importantly, your sure to love the effect a waterfall
countertop has when you’re relaxing with your morning cup of
coffee or dining with family.
With the waterfall design, you can create a striking look. For
instance, a waterfall countertop with a minimal amount of veining
is sure to please the eye. Additionally, it doesn’t distract from the
rest of the kitchen. More so, it complements cabinets, walls and
floors when done right. The look is definitely elegant and definitely
modern.
If you’d like your countertops to stand out above your cabinets,
select stone with a bold swirling design. They pair well with other
modern, sleek details and are geared for contemporary and new
traditional style homes.
A great way to make a waterfall countertop pop is to play with
color and pattern. Deep reds or rich green hues are the trendy
colors right now, but you can make your own trend by
experiementing with different designs to make your kitchen really
bold and unique. One idea is to use patterned tiles.
Needless to say, the waterfall countertop is new and exciting. By
breaking the standard countertop mold, this new look has inspired
many homeowners to go modern. We hope this design trend
update has been helpful. You can check out waterfall countertops
on pinterest here. Happy renovating!
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