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The Ultimate Guide to Premium Kitchen Worktop Materials
26 Sep
Granite Worktop Comparisons

The Ultimate Guide to Premium Kitchen Worktop Materials

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When renovating or building a new kitchen, choosing the right worktop is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. Your worktop goes beyond mere function; it’s a central design feature that sets the tone for the entire room.  With so many premium materials available, from natural stone to advanced engineered surfaces, it’s essential to weigh up durability, style, maintenance, and budget before committing. This guide explores some of the most popular kitchen worktop options available in the UK today to help you choose the perfect fit for your home. Key Factors to Consider When Choosing a Kitchen Worktop You need to consider...

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What Is Granite?
20 Feb
Granite Worktop Comparisons, Granite Worktops, Quartz & Granite Worktops

What is Granite?

What is Granite? Granite What Is Granite? Granite is one of nature's most spectacular creations, combining breathtaking beauty with unparalleled endurance. This old stone has been used to decorate everything from ancient monuments to modern kitchens, giving it the title of "King of Natural Stone Materials." Whether you're a homeowner planning a remodel or just interested about this interesting material, understanding granite's features and potential will help you make informed decisions regarding its use in your house. Formation and Composition Granite's journey begins deep under the Earth's crust, where great heat and pressure convert molten rock into the crystalline structure we see today. This igneous...

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25 May
Granite Worktop Comparisons, Granite Worktops, Silestone Worktop Comparisons, Silestone Worktops

Granite vs Silestone Worktops: A Comparison

Granite vs Silestone Worktops: A Comparison Granite Worktops Granite vs Silestone Worktops: A Comparison Silestone is one of many brands of quartz worktop and it originates in Spain. Unlike granite, it is an engineered stone consisting of quartz and resin. The two components are bound together with polymers and pigments. Silestone quartz is a serious contender for natural stones like granite when it comes to worktop materials. Let’s compare some of its features and see why. Durability Like most engineered countertop materials, silestone is extremely tough, and granite is one of the hardest natural stones. Despite the strength and resilience of the materials, we always...

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granite-worktops
25 May
Granite Worktop Comparisons, Granite Worktops

Granite vs Composite Worktops: A Comparison

Granite vs Composite Worktops: A Comparison Granite Worktops Granite vs Composite Worktops: A Comparison Engineered or quartz worktops consisting of more than one material are known as composite worktops. Composite material is renowned for its durability. Just like granite, its hardiness and extreme resistance to acids, makes it an ideal material used in kitchen design. Granite is a traditional option for kitchen worktops. The natural stone is well-sought after. However, the popularity of composite kitchen worktops continues to grow.  In this blog post, we compare both worktops materials, looking at their qualities and features. You can find similar posts where we compare granite against...

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03 May
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Granite vs Marble Worktops: A Comparison

Granite vs Marble Worktops: A Comparison Granite Worktops Granite vs Marble Worktops: A Comparison Granite worktops are highly regarded for their durability, wide availability and elegant style. The same can be said for marble. Making the choice between the two all the more difficult. In this blog post, we explore the pros and cons, differences and similarities of marble and granite worktops. Durability Granite is highly resistant to scratches and chipping. This is because it consists of very hard materials such as natural quartz and feldspar. Granite is an igneous rock, formed during the cooling of magma. Marble is known as a metamorphic rock because of...

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03 May
Granite Worktop Comparisons, Granite Worktops

Granite vs Laminate Worktops: A Comparison

Granite vs Laminate Worktops: A Comparison Granite Worktops Granite vs Laminate Worktops: A Comparison In this blog post, we’ll be looking at the pros and cons of granite worktops and laminate surfaces. Exploring the key similarities and differences between these two materials. Plus, we’ll advise you on how to decide which of the two is ideal for your kitchen. Many people prefer real stone as a worktop material. If you feel the same way, read our comparison between marble and granite. Durability Granite is known for its density that protects it from most scratches and chipping. Granite is tough because it is an igneous rock formed...

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granite-worktops
21 Mar
Granite Worktop Comparisons, Granite Worktops

Granite or Wood Worktops: Which is better for your home?

Granite or Wood Worktops: Which is better for your home? Granite Worktops Granite or Wood Worktops: Which is better for your home? Browsing for your new kitchen worktops can be a confusing process in 2022, with hundreds of different surfaces to choose from. Of these, granite and wood worktops are two of the most popular choices currently, with both bringing a different aesthetic to your kitchen’s design and feel. In this blog we’ll be diving into these pros and cons, and helping you to choose which worktop works best for your home. What are Granite worktops? Granite worktops are a popular choice when it comes to...

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24 Feb
Granite Worktop Comparisons, Granite Worktops

Corian vs Granite Worktops

Corian vs Granite Worktops Granite Worktops Corian vs Granite Worktops Choosing new worktops for your kitchen can be difficult. With so many materials and options available, knowing the differences, as well as the pros and cons of each option, can help you to make the best choice for your kitchen. Granite and Corian worktops are two common countertop material options that are popular with many homeowners. Corian (also known as solid surface worktops) is an engineered surface but granite is a natural stone. Both are completely different materials but they each have their own advantages and disadvantages. In this guide, we’ll have a look at...

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11 Feb
Granite Worktop Comparisons, Granite Worktops, Quartz Worktops

Quartz or Granite Worktops: What is the difference?

Quartz or Granite Worktops: What is the difference? Granite Worktops Quartz or Granite Worktops: What is the difference? Choosing a worktop for your kitchen or bathroom can be difficult. If you’re thinking of installing stone worktops, it’s likely that you will be considering granite worktops or quartz worktops.  When planning a new kitchen or bathroom, it’s important to choose the right material. This is especially true when it comes to materials such as granite and quartz because they are a long term investment for your home.  We have a huge number of customers who ask us what the differences between granite and quartz are so...

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