Wednesday, 13 November 2019

Five steps to the perfect quartz kitchen worktops in Guildford


You've made the decision to install your new quartz kitchen worktops in Guildford and now the journey begins. Affordable Granite suggest you consider the following five basic steps, ensuring the project runs smoothly from the start through to the final completion.



1.  Decide on a budget

Choosing quartz for your kitchen work surfaces ion Guildford will be a long-term investment, but nevertheless you may well have a limited budget. The option of selecting a stock material should still give a wide colour range, providing a cost-effective worktop without sacrificing quality. If you have an open budget, the choice available in the bespoke or premium collections of quartz can be vast.

2.  Make a plan

Determine the function of the space, the compatibility within the home lifestyle and the interior design scheme. Draw up a plan of the layout with dimensions and sketches of where the base units are positioned, indicating the areas where cut-outs will be required to allow for the sinks, hobs, taps or kitchen accessories. Will you require any splashbacks or upstands and does the kitchen have an under-mounted sink? Do you want the window sills to match the worktops? Giving as much detail as possible will result in a more accurate initial estimate. Confirm that the prices are transparent in the final quotation, with no hidden extras, such as polishing or templating.   



3.  Ensure you choose a reputable supplier

Entrusting the installation of your quartz kitchen worktops to experienced and reputable tradesmen is imperative. The manufacture and finishing of the stone should have undergone diligent quality control and be supported by skilled craftsmanship throughout the entire project. Genuine customer testimonials or recommendations are a good indication of the level of service.

4.  Select your quartz

Personally previewing the range of quartz is advisable whenever possible to check the quality and also to ensure you choose the perfect slab to create the desired aesthetics within the kitchen zone, or focal harmony with an open plan living space.  Providing the quartz is from the same batch, the colour and pattern should be consistent throughout the slabs.



5.  Templating and installation

Templating is essential prior to fabrication of the worktops to ensure a perfect fit during installation. This will take place within your home where precise measurements and mock-ups are made of your quartz kitchen worktops, ready for the final cutting and polishing of the surfaces, followed by the final installation.  


The dedicated and highly experienced in-house Affordable Granite team go beyond the basics to deliver a professional service which is second to none, keeping customers fully informed at ever step.   Call us today on 01293 863992 to speak with a member of our team.



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