Category: Design & Planning
In 2025, SolidSurface.com highlighted top-selling products that shaped kitchens and bathrooms, emphasizing quality brands like Corian and HIMACS, popular neutral colors, and favored shower kits, sinks, and faucets. As 2026 begins, the team aims to provide inspiring materials and fixtures for ongoing design projects, blending classic style with functionality.
Pantone has selected PANTONE 11-4201 Cloud Dancer as the 2026 Color of the Year, a serene off-white shade that emphasizes simplicity in design. This versatile hue enhances light and complements various styles, making it ideal for spaces like kitchens and bathrooms, where it supports both bold accents and minimalist design.
Choosing the right surface material is crucial for camper vans, RVs, and tiny homes. Solid surface materials offer durability, hygiene, and easy maintenance, making them ideal for compact living spaces. They resist moisture, impact, and wear while being customizable for various applications, including kitchens and bathrooms, ensuring a functional and attractive environment.
HFLOR by LX Hausys merges design, function, and sustainability with the award-winning ForestFusion collection, celebrated for its TrueMatte™ surface technology and biophilic tones. The collection achieves an authentic feel while being durable and easy to maintain, making it ideal for various spaces, and is available at SolidSurface.com.
SolidSurface.com now offers Lapitec®, a revolutionary sintered stone made entirely of minerals, combining natural beauty with remarkable durability. This non-porous, UV-stable material is ideal for various applications, including kitchens and bathrooms. Available in limited stock, Lapitec features three design families with unique aesthetics inspired by Italian craftsmanship.
Fall 2025 is an ideal time for interior renovations, favoring warmer, earthy tones in kitchens and baths. Trends highlight warm neutrals, sophisticated grays, and bold accents, balancing timelessness with character. Homeowners prefer classic colors like white paired with rich accents. This seasonal shift promises better resale appeal and stunning holiday-ready spaces.
Kitchen and bathroom sinks come in various types, including top-mount, undermount, integral, farmhouse, and vessel sinks. Among these, undermount and integral sinks excel with solid surface countertops, offering aesthetic appeal, easy maintenance, and hygiene. The choice depends on design preferences, cost, and cleaning needs, emphasizing the seamless nature of integral options.
Choosing the right vanity top size can make or break your bathroom renovation. After decades in the solid surface industry, we've discovered that five specific vanity top sizes handle the vast majority of bathroom layouts beautifully. These expert-recommended measurements work perfectly in 90% of bathrooms.