Marble bathrooms: a classic aesthetic with a new look | Duravit
Marble Bathrooms: A Classic Aesthetic with a New Look
Style & Trends
More
than any other material, using marble in the bathroom is associated with classic aesthetics and
exclusivity. And with good reason: the stone has natural markings that have
been inspiring artists for centuries with unique and impressive patterns, and
it is only quarried in very specific locations. A marble bathroom can be both modern and affordable.
Although real stone can be expensive, you can also consider a bathroom with a marble look
if you want to include this aesthetic in your design. High-quality
alternatives, such as those made of stoneware, even have some practical
advantages. But what types of marble are there, and what are some possible
uses? Where and how does it work especially well? And which finishes work well
in combination with the stone?
White marble:
Bathrooms with white marble are a classic, and they have an especially elegant
look. But white marble is pretty rare. If you want to design your bathroom with white marble,
you might consider using the well known Carrara marble.
Beige marble:
Bathrooms with beige marble
usually have a somewhat calmer effect than those with white marble. This look
is perfect for creating a relaxing atmosphere. The Portuguese Estremoz variety
of marble can be used here, among others.
Gray marble:
Bathrooms that use gray marble
can take advantage of the impression of natural stone that it gives. Depending
on your preference, this impression can be emphasized or contrasted, and the
result will definitely be a sight to see. The Afyon variety is an example of
gray marble.
Green marble:
If you want your bathroom design to be more
colorful, consider using green marble. It makes an ideal addition to a natural
bathroom if you go with darker tones like the Verde Guatemala variety.
Blue marble:
Blue marble will give your marble bathroom a
maritime feel. This stone is often a work of art in itself – the marbling is
usually extremely striking in comparison to other varieties, and the blue
sometimes drifts into other colors. The way it's used needs to be considered
carefully, but in the right environment, blue marble in your bathroom can be absolutely
spectacular. One of the better-known varieties is the sea-blue Azul Macauba.
Red marble:
Bathrooms with red marble bring the best of two worlds together. Red tones, which
often seem too much for the bathroom, can be used perfectly when they come in
the natural look of stone. And at the same time, the warm color makes it so
your marble bathroom
won't feel cold. Rosso Alicante is a well-known red variety.
Black marble:
Bathrooms with black marble
have an especially elegant look. The black stone is impressive, not least
because of the contrasting effect it provides. The light marbling helps to
create a lively impression that doesn't feel too dark. The Nero Maquina is a
variety you might consider using in your black marble bathroom.
By the way: We can also help you decide which other colors to use in your bathroom, pointing out which combinations work especially well together.
Real marble
· Unique
· Extremely durable
· Relatively sustainable
· High resale value
Marble look
· More suitable for the bathroom
· Less expensive
· Easier to care for
Metal:
Metal tones such as bath faucets can create impressive accents in your bathroom.
A marble bathroom with gold
faucets can make an extremely high-quality impression – especially if the
effect is used in a black or white bathroom design.
Ceramics:
Even if the combination of ceramics and marble isn't
always the most obvious, it can definitely make a stunning visual impression
when it's done the right way. For example, a built-in sink in
a marble console can make a consistently great overall impression.
Wood:
Even though wood can sometimes come across as being a
bit too rustic for the luxury
of a marble
bathroom, this actually makes a really effective combination. The warmth
of the wood counteracts any of the potential coldness that marble can impart.
Especially when used in combination with green marble, wood can create an
aesthetic that is both natural and luxurious at the same time.
