There is so much to think about when remodeling your kitchen or building a new home, so we rounded up some of our favorite kitchen trends in 2018! Whether you are taking on a full renovation or simply updating your kitchen, new kitchen countertops are a great way to add value to your home and refresh your space. From white kitchens to countertops to touch-activated faucets, check out the best kitchen trends of 2018!

#1. White on White Kitchens

Swanbridge by Cambria

White on white kitchens are not a new trend, but it continues to be one of the favorites in 2018. Installing white kitchen countertops on top of white cabinets allows for a brighter and more open look. You can keep it timeless with an all-white countertop or one with soft veining. Add some character with a countertops with a dramatic vein. If the kitchen feels too white, add pops of color or a tile-backsplash and it will stand the test of time. Create and visualize your perfect white kitchen with our kitchen design visualizer!

#2. Touch Activated Faucets

Touch-activated faucets are perfect if you love cooking or being messy in the kitchen. It allows you to easily turn on the faucet with the touch of a wrist, avoiding the spread of bacteria from dirty hands and raw foods. This is a feature the entire family will rely on and use every day!

#3. Quartz Countertops

Bianco River by Silestone

Quartz countertops are a great choice because they are durable, low maintenance and offer a large selection of colors, finishes, and textures. Its non-porous surface makes them scratch and stain resistant, and it houses fewer viruses than other countertops. Quartz does not need to be sealed and is very hard to chip or crack. We are not surprised that the National Kitchen and Bath Association stated that quartz was the most popular choice of countertops for those customers remodeling their kitchens. Start designing your new quartz countertop kitchen today with our kitchen design visualizer!

#4. Farmhouse Style Kitchens

Clareanne Matte by Cambria

The farmhouse style kitchen has been a huge trend in the last decade and continues to be an inspiration for kitchens in 2018. Farmhouse style is modern with a twist of rustic and industrial. Favorite farmhouse style colors consist of whites, blacks, and different wood tones. A few popular farmhouse styles feature walk-in pantries, large farmhouse sinks, pendant lights and shaker style cabinets.

Get more farmhouse kitchen inspiration like this from Houzz.

#5. Farmhouse Sinks

There is nothing better than having enough room to do your dishes, and farmhouse sinks are a perfect addition to that functional kitchen we all dream about. The look matches the current Farmhouse trend and the size is perfect for doing dishes of all shapes and sizes and filling up large pots. For those who like the single bowl sink look, the farm sink is a perfect choice for busy households!

#6. A coffee station

A personal coffee station adds a charming and convenient element to the kitchen. A stylish coffee station will make you excited to get up and start your day with a cup of joe from your own home – and your guests will love it too! Get more coffee station inspiration on Houzz.

 

Trends will come and go, but countertops will stand the test of time and will transform your kitchen into a high-end and stylish space you’ll want to show off!

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Give us a call (920) 204-7625 to schedule an appointment or visit our showroom to see the new 2018 kitchen styles we have to offer! We install granite, Dekton, and quartz countertops, and also offer many styles of sinks and faucets. We service Fond du Lac, Appleton, Menasha, Oshkosh, Ripon, Mayville, Neenah, Sheboygan, Sheboygan Falls, and the rest of the Fox Cities, as well as Green Bay, Milwaukee and Madison.