Choosing the perfect countertop is essential to tying your final kitchen or bathroom look together. A countertop installation is usually the main feature in these rooms, and the color and tone can set the mood and psychological effect of the room. Below are some tips on how to choose the right countertop installation for your own kitchen or bathroom.

3 Tips for Choosing a Countertop Installation

1. Choose Complementary Colors

Whether using neutral or vibrant color palettes, you need to use shades that mesh well together. Make sure you pick colors that suit your walls, cabinets, and other fixtures. 

Stone countertops, such as granite and quartz, often have veins in them in darker or lighter colors, and you should try to match these colors to your appliances and cabinets. Many interior designers recommend sampling before committing to a countertop— you should bring example pieces into your kitchen to see how it looks with the overall design. 

2. Balance Shades

You should consider the brightness of a countertop installation in addition to its overall color. Mixing light and dark tones is a good way to bring balance to your kitchen, to make it appear more aesthetically pleasing. For example, if you have light-colored cabinets, a darker countertop will keep your kitchen from looking too bright and sterile. 

3. Match Patterns

You should pay attention to the patterns and designs in your flooring, walls, backsplash, and cabinetry before choosing a countertop installation. If any of these features are decorated with unique shapes and lines, you'll need to make sure your countertop does not clash. Ignoring this advice can make your kitchen look too busy and overwhelming. 

Kitchens with distinct patterns throughout are better suited by solid-colored or light-veined countertops. On the other hand, if your kitchen is rather minimal and bare, you should choose a more eye-catching patterned countertop.  Natural stones often vary in patterns and vibrancy, giving you many options to experiment with.

If you're looking for a new countertop installation for your kitchen or bathroom, go to Rocky Mountain Granite & Marble in Webster, NY. Their team can custom-design and install soapstone, quartz, and other countertops from top brands, like Mont Surfaces, Caesarstone, Zodiag, Silestone, and LG Viatera. Call (585) 265-6610 to speak with one of their professionals, or visit their website to see their products.