Dear James: Our bathroom has ceramic tile walls and floor. When we remodel, we want something more contemporary, yet easy to clean. What do you think of cultured marble? — Gary C.
Dear Gary: There are some very attractive new ceramic tile choices, and ceramic tile is one of the most durable materials for a bathroom. One of the problems with ceramic tile is keeping the grout lines clean and free of mildew. If the surface of the tile gets chipped or scratched, the base color is exposed.
Using cultured marble for your project should meet all of your needs. To keep it clean, you just wipe it down with a damp cloth. As you research it further, you will be surprised at the variety of available textures and colors. For an even more unique and attractive appearance, cultured onyx and granite materials are options….