The Once-Popular Sink Trend That Designers Think Should Stay In 2025

Sinks are a strategic place to add a pop of style in a space, whether it's the kitchen, bathroom, or laundry room. They, too, are at the helm of home design crazes with sink trends for shape, color, and material. In 2025, apron and farmhouse sinks were popular, as well as ones with a black finish or ceramic basin. While these trends might persist into 2026, one style some designers don't think will have longevity is marble sinks.

Marble has lost its staying power in the world of sinks — not due to design, but functionality. The natural stone is undeniably beautiful and offers a timeless look. Plus, in other applications, marble is a stone that's on trend for 2026. However, experts are noticing that homeowners are now prioritizing design features that also work with their everyday lifestyle. Your home might not look dated if you have a marble sink, but you will experience the woes of choosing a pretty basin over a practical one.

The main issue with marble sinks is the high-maintenance care required to upkeep the high-end look. The stone is porous, meaning oils, acids, and common food ingredients easily discolor the surface. It's not even recommended to install a garbage disposal with your marble basin, as it can contribute to staining. You'd need to clean any messes immediately to avoid long-term damage. It's a major downside of using marble for your kitchen sink, but it also applies elsewhere in a home. The basin needs daily wiping and yearly sealing. And don't forget, these marble features already cost more than traditional ceramic or stainless steel sinks.

"A surface that dazzles in the showroom, like polished marble, can quickly disappoint when faced with stains, scratches, and constant upkeep," interior designer Golara Ghasemi told Good Housekeeping. "The key is to choose for lifestyle first, beauty second." This is a lesson homeowners are learning, and the effect is evident. According to Zillow's 2026 Home Trends report, the popularity of marble sinks is down by 15%. This decline is attributed to the constant maintenance that isn't compatible with busy households.

Simply put, marble isn't the most practical material, especially for a mess-prone kitchen or laundry room. Perhaps it's best left to a guest bathroom that only gets used here and there, but what's the point of such an elaborate design if you can't enjoy it regularly? For high-traffic areas, it's better to forgo the statement-making nontraditional sink material for low-maintenance options that are still stylish, such as porcelain or enameled cast iron.