Over the past 22 years, Affordable Granite has achieved a high reputation as a leading South East Stone Fabricator and Installer of high-grade kitchen work surfaces. During this time, the modern kitchen has evolved to meet changing lifestyles and design preferences. The culinary area has become more than just a place to cook, with open concept layouts in a multi-functional space encouraging family interaction, and shared experiences. If you are considering a kitchen upgrade with quartz worktops in Chichester, this can be a wise investment to add long-term value to your home.
Quartz kitchen worktops have gained popularity due to their superior performance, consistency, and ease of maintenance. Unlike granite or marble, quartz is an engineered stone, composed of around 90-95% of natural quartz crystals bonded with binding resins and coloured pigments. This composition makes it highly durable with a resistance to cracking or chipping. It offers uniform strength throughout the slab, reducing the risk of fractures.
One of the biggest advantages of quartz is its non-porous nature. Granite for example, being a natural stone, has tiny pores that can absorb liquids, leading to stains and bacterial growth if not sealed properly. Quartz, on the other hand, doesn’t require sealing, and is naturally resistant to stains, making it ideal for kitchens where spills and wet areas around the sink are common. Quartz worktops also require minimal maintenance. With the stone’s non-porosity, the surface only requires regular cleaning with mild soap and water to preserve a hygienic platform for food preparation and other culinary tasks.
Since quartz is a manufactured stone, it offers consistency in pattern and colour providing the selection is from the same consignment, making it easier to match slabs, especially for large kitchen layouts. Quartz kitchen worktops are available in a variety of shades and patterns, including those that closely mimic natural stone. This versatility will allow you to customise your quartz kitchen worktops in Chichester to complement any interior design scheme.
Affordable Granite is a family-owned company, with workshops in Charlwood, Surrey. Their in-house team of highly-skilled craftsmen provide a full supply and installation service, with friendly advice available at every stage of your new kitchen project. Call us today on 01293 863992 or use the Contact Us Form to get in touch.
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