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Maya Glantz

5 Bathroom Vanity Countertops That Designers Tend to Avoid for Practical Reasons — These Options Are Porous or Hard to Keep Clean

Jewel tones and an oxblood red tiled sink.

So much of designing your bathroom can feel like an exploration of functionality, with constant decisions focused on boring things such as performance and utility, instead of the fun stuff — like how pretty it is. Within this context, choosing your vanity counter can feel like a much-needed respite. Finally, something you can choose based purely on your aesthetic sensibilities, no logical grown-up thinking needed.

Well, I hate to burst your bubble, but it turns out that isn't quite the case. In fact, truth be told, your vanity countertop material actually has to be super functional. Just like choosing the right type of bathroom vanity, the countertop material you pick will dictate the way you use your space, and the last thing you want is a material so precious that your heart races with anxiety every time you squeeze your toothpaste or wash your hands.

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