Finishes

The Finished Products

Photo courtesy of Daltile A natural stone look is classic and can be achieved with the real thing (below-right, from Tile Warehouse) or with glazed porcelain (shown here from Daltile). New options for porcelain tile closely mimic the look of stone and are often budget-friendly and easy to maintain.

Changing the finishes in your bathroom can change everything. The shower, countertop, walls and floor are just a few places where new finishes have instant impact.

Large tiles, such as large-format travertine, as well as neutral-hued natural stone and porcelain, continue to be popular options.

“Glass tiles have always been popular in the bathroom,” says John Pasternak, of Daltile, “especially in mosaics, because they are used as accents and help to break up the look of large tiles.”

At Naka's Marble, Tammy Nakamoto notes that cultured marble countertops are “still the most popular and inexpensive option we have for bathroom countertops.” The cultured marble countertops are manufactured in-house and can be made almost any size, and the basin can be offset to any position.

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GOOD TO KNOW

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Photo courtesy of Daltile Warm earth tones and cool ocean blues create a soothing color palette for glass mosaics. Find Sicis mosaics (above) from Tile Warehouse and these shimmering glass tiles from Daltile.

When choosing bathroom finishes, “what's critical is using quality materials,” says Allen Giles, of Tile Warehouse. Tile Warehouse offers “thinsets, waterproofing, anti-fracture membranes and epoxy grout that, when properly installed, offer trouble-free solutions” for the moisture-plagued bathroom, says Giles. Many of Tile Warehouse’s products also feature “fantastic warranties.”

Accessories

Mix It Up

Photo courtesy of Homeworks

You’ll spend more time in your sanctuary if it’s properly appointed. Accessorize your bathroom as you would any other room in your house. Don't be afraid to try furniture pieces, such as this large cabinet in a bathroom by Homeworks Construction. This unexpected touch adds character.

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This eucalyptus-green bench, $525, from Pacific Home, looks good alone, and can also double as extra shelf space for towels.

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Have towels at the ready. Organic baskets, $120 each, from Pacific Home, keep towels (or anything else) organized.

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Recycled glass jars in various sizes, from $46.40, from Pacific Home, are a practical and beautiful way to store soaps, bath salts and more. 






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