If you’re working on a new bath or a bath remodel, you’re probably wondering what’s trending in the bath for 2018. Between fresh fixture finishes and white vanity tops that wow, there’s a lot going on in the bathroom. 

Brass and Gold Tone Fixtures
If you’re having flashbacks to your grandparent’s gold bath fixtures, fear not. The brass and gold tones trending in today’s plumbing fixtures are far warmer than those of yesteryear. The new tone twist perfectly complements cooler paint colors like gray that have become very popular as of late (see last week’s blog on pairing countertops with gray cabinets. The warmer tones, which are a stark contrast to the traditional shiny polished chrome faucets that have ruled over the past few decades, add just the right amount of depth, dimension, and luxury to any space. Look for them in fresh finish options like satin, matte, and spun gold. 

Lighting
Lighting schemes are a big focus in new baths this year. Designers and homeowners are using creative lighting techniques, fixtures, and dimmers, to create the most functional spaces possible. Lighting can be created to help lighten up the space for make-up application, infuse a look of luxury, or create a soothing, relaxing space. From light bars and wall sconces to pendants and chandeliers, lighting can be a stunning yet practical addition to the bathroom. 

Technology
Homes are incorporating more technology from ceiling to floor. The bathroom is no exception. Today’s bathrooms are integrating more small appliances like beverage centers, towel warmers, medicine refrigerators, wireless music systems, televisions, and more. 

White Vanity Tops
For many homeowners, the color white is synonymous with “hard-to-keep-clean”. 
But that’s not necessarily the case. In fact, today’s top designers say that white vanity tops are the most popular choice today. White countertops pair beautifully with just about any color cabinet. From black and shades of brown wood to gray and white, all cabinet colors offer a lovely contrast to white. White marble and granite make absolutely stunning vanity tops. But there are other options besides natural stone. 
ColorQuartz , for example, is engineered to be virtually indestructible  (it’s stain-, scratch-, chip-, and temperature-resistant.) ColorQuartz  comes in solid colors such as Frost White, granite-like styles like Siberian White and styles that are nearly indistinguishable from natural marble such as Statuario Venato  and Calacatta Novus . 


Neolith is another option that will stand up to everything the bathroom can dish out. 
It’s made of 100% natural minerals and comes in large, ultra-compact slabs. What makes Neolith even more appealing is its exceptional durability. Neolith will stand up to stains, heat, scratching, and etching. Neolith  never needs to be sealed and it is very easy to clean and maintain. 

If your bathroom project calls for trending white vanity tops, come visit us at Marble & Granite, Inc. We’ll show you the most beautiful options in natural stone, ColorQuartz, Neolith, and more. Give us a call at 877 39 STONE.