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busy or beautiful?

12 years ago
last modified: 12 years ago
I just had new quartz countertops installed in my bathrooms. The countertops are identical because it was inexpensive to buy one slab and have it cover both bathroom counters. I wanted to go with a neutral such as white with bits of black. The sample that I chose seemed to be less busy than what I actually got. I love the black/white combo but is this too splotches and loud?

Comments (15)

  • 12 years ago
    It has a lot of movement, but is this something you like? When you see it, do you like it?
    Kim Swanson thanked zazfuzzroc
  • 12 years ago
    I really like them, but whenever I sell my house will this be a plus or minus?
  • 12 years ago
    I am afraid I think it would be a minus upon resale - especially in 2 baths. I do not care for it.
  • 12 years ago
    It does not go with the cabinets. The counters are beautiful, but they are in the "cool" range of color tones. Your cabinets are a warmer color. It would paint the cabinets and your counters will be an asset for sure!
  • 12 years ago
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    I think you will find opinions either way and on every other aspect of your bathroom. I would prefer to be happy in my home while I'm there. Lots of people get dark granite and it would be the first thing I'd rip out of a kitchen if it was mine. All opinion. You really like them, so grab ideas to make them work. Possibly a paint color for the walls. You will get many ideas, hang in there. :)
    Kim Swanson thanked zazfuzzroc
  • 12 years ago
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    It was so hard to choose a quartz that would look good without being in the boring category. I really like the black/white/taupe colors and you can use with lots of different paint colors. I think I will stain the cabinets black or near black. That might help.
  • 12 years ago
    Personally, I have no problem with your choice. I know you can make it work. Good luck!
    Kim Swanson thanked zazfuzzroc
  • 12 years ago
    Double post. You may want to delete one so its not confusing for those that comment, and yourself. ;-)
    Kim Swanson thanked pegjustpeg
  • 12 years ago
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    Sigh... I hope I didn't waste my money but something had to be done with the bathrooms. The sinks and countertops were so outdated. Looked like it was from the 80s
  • 12 years ago
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    I will delete this post because I posted this design dilemma twice on houzz.
  • 12 years ago
    Look through Houzz at examples of cabinets and bathrooms using your countertop material. It's the best way to see what can make it work better for you.

    I agree that the wood does not work well with the countertop and that makes it look busier. Also, replacing the wall to wall mirror with a simple framed mirror will add some interest on the wall and can help draw the focus away from the countertop. Just be sure to have the frame work well with the wood of the cabinets.
  • 12 years ago
    I'd paint cabinets light color.... creamy white or light gray. And, I'd make the walls light, too, in cool tone. This may help pull goings together and make countertops a focal point while all else recedes and looks uncomplicated.
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    12 years ago
    It looks fine and if or when you go to sell if the new buyer don't like it they can replace it. I also think some of the busyness will disappear if you put out a few things on the counter to break it up a bit
  • 10 years ago

    JMHO -- decorate the house for YOURSELF. You deserve to be happy. Personally, I love the counters -- I would paint the cabinets. White or black -- either one would ROCK those counters.