Waterfall Granite Edges

If you ve ever walked into a model home or showroom and fallen head over heels in love with the kitchen one reason might be its waterfall edge island.

Waterfall granite edges.

Granite and marble are more durable than corian but are still porous and susceptible to chipping and etching meaning when they re practically walls as they are with waterfall edges they re still not the most ideal solution. Waterfall countertops are countertops that drop vertically down the sides instead of stopping abruptly at the edge of a cabinet or island. Waterfall edge countertops have a natural infinite look resembling water that flows smoothly over a rock face down into the massive body of water below. The aesthetic may have brought you here but once you learn about the practical.

A rounded waterfall edge creates a sleek clean look which is perfect for a modern style kitchen. There s no actual starting or stopping point. Quartz is a completely different animal. Sometimes also called risers waterfall style refers to the way the quartz granite or marble countertops extend down the side of an island or cabinet all the way to the floor.

There are several different varieties featuring both curved edges or sharp angles so you can find the perfect style to suit your decor. No passing trend waterfall installations are style statements with staying power. Granite countertop edges can be sleek and simple rounded or bullnose varieties or more fashion forward and complex like waterfall or cove options.