Marble countertops are one of the most classic choices for the kitchen. It’s clean, fresh, and timeless in traditional and modern homes alike. However, not every homeowner is ready to take on the extra maintenance it requires or the risk of etching and staining. So, what do you do when you are in love with marble, but your lifestyle is better suited for granite or quartz countertops?
Here are 3 worry-free ways to include natural marble in your kitchen and home:
Full-Height Marble Backsplash
Marble tile is a popular backsplash trend, but did you know that you can also have marble backsplash fabricated from a single slab, eliminating grout and preserving the natural flow of the stone’s pattern? On the wall, you won’t be working directly on the marble, so the risk of etching or staining is very low. Seal it once to twice a year, and you can count on it looking like new for many years to come. Full-height marble backsplash pairs well with darker, solid pattern granites such as Absolute Black Granite, Titanium Granite, or Via Lattea Granite. Consider pairing a polished marble with a honed granite or soapstone for a pleasing mix of texture.
Custom Marble Fireplace Surrounds
Marble fireplace surrounds have been a luxury detail in high-end homes for centuries. An ornate traditional surround is not cheap, but when it comes to contemporary trends in fireplace designs, a beautiful marble fireplace is within reach of the average homeowner. This upgrade can be as small as a matching marble mantle and hearth to replace a wood or brick surround. Or you could make your fireplace the visual centerpiece of the room with a modern surround that goes from the floor up to the ceiling. Either way, this is a great way to add the elegance of marble to your home without having to sacrifice any functionality in the kitchen.
Bathroom Vanities and Shower Cladding
I’m sure you’ve thought of using a small piece of marble for your bathroom vanity. In the bathroom, marble won’t be exposed to nearly as many potentially harmful foods, drastically reducing the risk of etching or staining. Want a bit more marble than that 48″ of vanity top?
Here are 3 more ways to enhance the look and value of your bathroom with marble:
- For your drop-in bathtub, you can have marble fabricated to create a serene tub surround
- For your walk-in shower, why not replace tile and grout with a single slab of classic marble like White Carara or Calacatta? You’ll get to spend some quality time with that marble every day
- For a contemporary design, you might consider adding waterfall panels to your vanity on one or both sides. This will give the natural marble a bit more room to show off its luxurious hue and pattern
Find Your Marble Slab
There are so many other ways to use marble in your home that we can’t cover them all here. Talk to us at Tate Granite about your unique home and style, and you’ll likely find they have at least a few creative ideas for incorporating marble into other parts of the house besides the counters.