Natural stone in the bathroom – natural, aesthetic, durable | Duravit
Natural elements make the bathroom look lively and aesthetically pleasing. It doesn't always have to be wood, as natural stone in the bathroom is also an excellent option for adding a lively touch to the room. Do you want a rustic look with a natural stone shower tray? Or an elegant ambience with a natural stone washbasin? The versatile material almost always provides a suitable solution. In the following article, you can find out more about the practical benefits of natural stone in the bathroom and how to care for it.
Resistant to moisture
Moisture is one of the most important considerations in bathroom design. Natural stone is less susceptible to moisture thanks to its open-pored surface, making it well suited for use in moisture-prone areas.
Resistant to temperature fluctuations
Temperature fluctuations don't have any negative effects on natural stone. This is a useful property to have since bathrooms often quickly fluctuate between hot and cold extremes, such as when you take a hot shower and then immediately air out the room.
Robust against damage
Natural stone is also very durable when it comes to potential damage such as abrasions, scratches or cracks, to which tiles or glass, for example, are susceptible.
Thermally conductive
Natural stone is the perfect material for bathrooms with underfloor heating thanks to its heat-conducting properties.
Slip resistant
Natural stone provides slip resistance if it has a rough finish. This finish is called tumbled natural stone and it can also be a great solution for an accessible bathroom.
Easy to care for
Compared with other natural materials, natural stone also performs well when it comes to maintenance. This is usually relatively simple.
Sustainable
Compared with other materials, natural stone degrades naturally with little energy. It is also robust, making it extremely durable. Because of this, natural stone counts as a sustainable material.
Travertine
Go a little Mediterranean with some travertine in your bathroom. The light-colored limestone mostly comes from near Rome and it has a visually impressive warm color. Warm is the key word when it comes travertine, because the material also conducts heat well. Taken together with its soft texture, it makes sense that travertine tiles in the bathroom are a very popular option.
Slate
Slate in the bathroom brings an especially personalized touch along with it, because the rough texture of the stone means that no two slate pieces are alike. The material also comes in different colors, with dark slate tiles in the bathroom being an especially popular option. Although this type of stone isn't used in a typical Finnish sauna, it is often found in steam baths where it creates a relaxing atmosphere, just as it will in your bathroom at home.
Granite
If you like things that are especially durable, choose items for your bathroom that are made from granite. The material, which is available in many colors, can usually withstand a great deal of wear and tear without a scratch. For example, a vanity with a granite top is an especially popular option, but this stone also makes a big impression in other applications as well. Some types are even slightly reflective, so they can be used to create special aesthetic accents.
Sandstone
Sandstone in the bathroom provides a relaxing, natural feeling and sandstone bathroom tiles in particular are a timeless hit. The reasons are obvious, because this impressive material is so versatile that it can be used in combination with almost any style. The stone is found in abundance everywhere, which makes it very affordable compared to rarer alternatives.
By the way: Marble
is considered natural stone too, of course. Discover some of the key
considerations for this high-quality stone and how to use it to great effect in
your bathroom in our article about marble bathrooms.
Bathroom tiles
Bathroom tiles made of natural stone are an excellent choice since they tolerate moisture well and they provide slip resistance and excellent thermal conductivity. They can also create a varied and vibrant picture: a natural stone mosaic in your shower, for example, can be an extremely eye-catching feature.
Showers
Speaking of showers, a shower tray made of natural stone is also an excellent choice thanks to the properties mentioned earlier. If aesthetics are your main concern, there are also excellent alternative materials available, such as Stonetto.
Sink area
Besides being used for bathroom tiles, natural stone is often used in the sink area. Incorporating a natural stone sink in your bathroom, for example, provides a stylish yet rustic touch. An especially popular option is a natural stone countertop sink. But a natural stone vanity top and sink combination made of granite, for example, also provides a real aesthetic highlight.
Accessories
If you prefer a more subtle approach, you can work in accessories, such as a soap dispenser made of natural stone. Small accents like this can provide a sense of relaxation and a more vibrant look.
Bathtubs
Less subtle but undoubtedly impressive is a bathtub made entirely of natural stone. This creates the ultimate spa-like experience – like bathing in hot springs in the middle of nature.
Wood
This is yet another natural material that is an excellent solution for your bathroom when combined with stone. The combination of natural stone and wood almost always looks great. Throw in a few bathroom plants and you can create a completely natural look – a truly calm oasis away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Precious metal (look)
Natural stone in the bathroom also works extremely well with precious metals or items with a precious-metal look. Copper or bronze tones for faucets, combined with a stone countertop sink, create one of the trendiest and most stylish looks for modern bathrooms.
Tip: Not only natural stone,
but also entire bathrooms with a natural look are becoming increasingly
popular. Find out all about the
natural bathroom here.
