I built a new vanity for my guest bathroom about about three months ago, but we held the story, because lookie: I was able to use one of our seven new Retro Renovation® by Wilsonart® boomerang laminates — the delicious “Retro Renovation® Delightful Jade” design. By the time I got going with this project, the colorway was locked in, so Wilsonart printed a sheet for me [disclosure: they provided it no charge as part of our collaboration]. I love all the colors in our boomerang laminate collection, but ‘Delightful Jade’ is one of my favorites, so I’m super excited that I found a place to use it in my home.
The color coordinates nicely with my circa-1962 original American Standard green bathtub and similar green wall tile accents.
Pam and I think this color also will look great in kitchens and baths stretching back to the 1940s.
The verdict — I absolutely love it. Every guest I have had over to the house since I finished renovating the bathroom has remarked about how much they like the countertop — whether they are into retro decor or not. Plus, how many people can say they not only fabricated their bathroom countertop, but also helped to create the colorway?!
More info on all the work I did in this bathroom yet to come. In the wake of yesterday’s big huzzah, we wanted to show this new laminate off right away!
Disclosure: I want readers to know: I do not make money if you buy this laminate; “the deal” that I have with Wilsonart includes other elements of consideration. For example, on Feb. 1 they will launch an advertisement on the blog, for which Retro Renovation is compensated. So, I do not have any incremental financial reason to promote the laminates in this collection over other options — see all our research on countertop options to find the product that’s right for you! – Publisher Pam.
Kaye says
That looks great! We have the charcoal grey boomerang for all our kitchen worktops. We couldn’t get it anywhere in the UK ready made, so bought a few sheets of it and had it made into worktops with square edges; very pleased with it.
Karin says
That green is so pretty and fresh, especially in a green bathroom. It would look equally good in a kitchen. I kind of wish I’d waited for this instead of searching online for two years and paying a LOT of money for discontinued aqua boomerang. Live and learn. I can’t wait for the whole green bathroom story. I may still use it. The tone on tone is subtle and gorgeous. It’s a hit for me!
Jen Tiki says
Wait – you BUILT the vanity? Must provide details! Loving it.
pam kueber says
Story coming!
Janet says
Can’t wait for this. Striking out everywhere in my search for a decent vanity.,,
Mary Elizabeth says
You can search on this site the series of stories Kate wrote when she built a complete pink bathroom from the studs out. She is more than amazing.
lynda says
Well this is the ultimate “special order”, right? Laminate to match your existing bath is amazing– what perfection. Cabinet looks so nice too. Amazing how you keep yourself so motivated to keep improving your home.
Rita says
I CANNOT WAIT for this to be up on the Wilsonart site to order!!!
Sara says
Gorgeous! I just love the green! I can’t begin to tell you how excited I am about the new boomerang laminates. I actually have some well used pieces of vintage pink boomerang that came out of a friend’s house. They are in bad shape, and I am not sure I could even get enough good surface for a small vanity. But now I have choices! And as much as I love the pink, I may love the green more!
sherree says
It is adorable and looks so good with your tile. I can’t wait to see more about this bath project!
linoleummy says
DEEE-licious, you guys really nailed it with that color. Looks like it plays well with mint through jadeite and into darker greens. Even makes white fixtures more than acceptable. Nice work Kate!
ElectraChime says
Green is the new Pink!
Gloria Manucia says
I liked the color set when i first saw it, but this post pushes me over the edge. Now, instead of obsessing over ceramic tiles or slate for years (and doing nothing), I now know exactly what I want in my guest bath! I love the way it complements both the white tile and the natural wood.