Changing times with quartz kitchen worktops in Guildford

Kitchens have evolved over the years to meet the changing lifestyles of modern living. Affordable Granite have a wealth of experience in the fabrication and installation of quartz kitchen worktops in Guildford, designed to complement and reflect the personality of life within the home. Choosing a cheaper work surface material such as laminates can be a false economy and in fact the higher quality of laminate can be the equivalent cost of the standard range of quartz.

No kitchen work surface comes closer to the appearance of natural stones than quartz and with exceptional durability, this results in a countertop which is a wise investment not only for long term use but also benefiting buyer appeal in the future. Quartz is a precision-engineered stone, manufactured by combining a high percentage of ground quartz crystals with elements of other minerals, coloured pigments and resin binders. The visual depth and luminosity is stunning, with a wide colour pallet and patterns replicating the shades and veining of marble or granite.

With non-porosity and the resistance to stains, growth of mould and bacteria, quartz provides an easy to maintain, hygienic kitchen worktop which will withstand constant use in a multi-functional zone which is often the hub within the home. AffordableGranite in Surrey highly recommend customers to visit the workshops where the slabs of quartz can be selected to ensure the finished kitchen will be in keeping with the overall aesthetics of the design scheme.

Unlike natural stones, the shade and pattern will be consistent throughout the slabs, providing they are from the same batch.

Quartz is a luxury stone and requires considerable care and skill during fabrication and installation. Affordable Granite has an in-house team of time-served stone masons, templaters and installers, dedicated to providing a quality service with respect for your allocated budget and without any hidden costs. Impartial advice is always available on how you can get the best out of the layout and size of the space, in keeping with your ideas and aspirations.  To find out more about a Quartz Kitchen Worktop for your Guildford home call us on 01293 863992

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Inside information on quartz kitchen worktops in Guildford

If you are installing a new kitchen or up-scaling an existing one, why should you choose quartz for your kitchen worktops in Guildford? There can be distinct advantages in quartz over marble or granite and these depend on various factors, including the home lifestyle and aesthetics. When considering the visual appeal of the kitchen work surfaces, quartz has uniformity in pattern and shading and will be consistent with the sample stone chosen in the Affordable Granite workshops. Admittedly it won't have the uniqueness of granite or marble, but many prefer a worktop which isn't subject to the pitting and fissures or variance in shading found in natural stone.

Quartz slabs are mad-made and this engineered product is a composite of finely or coarsely ground quartz crystals, combined with particles of other minerals and polymer resins. When pigments are injected into the compound, the colour palette is impressive, giving a wider scope to complement any interior design scheme, especially in an open-plan kitchen/living space. You will find a range of quartz which imitates the veining and pattern flow of granite, without any of the imperfections that have occurred in the formation of a natural stone.

In a multi-use, high traffic zone which calls for easy maintenance and hygienic food preparation, quartz comes up trumps. Unlike marble and granite, quartz kitchen worktops are non-porous, with no requirement for sealing and have greater resistance to stains and spillages created by chaotic cooks or unpredictable eating habits of any younger members in the home. The non-porosity of quartz also restricts the growth of bacteria and mould; essential for ensuring a safe and healthy environment in the kitchen.

Quartz is extremely hard wearing and this durability provides a kitchen countertop which will withstand constant use and retain its visual appeal for many years to come. This makes quartz a wise investment, not only for the benefit of present day living but also to increase buyer appeal in the future. Affordable Granite has all the expertise, with time-served highly skilled fabricators, templaters and a dedicated installation team as reassurance that your quartz kitchen worktops in Guildford will have the care and close attention throughout the entire project.

Call us on 01293 863992 to discuss your requirements with a member of our team.

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Setting the scene for your granite kitchen worktops in Guildford

Although your kitchen may be the workhorse of the home, it can also be seen as the stage for a fusion of culinary creativity and interior design.  The role of the kitchen has transformed considerably over recent years. A fresh culture of food preparation with interesting ingredients and innovative cooking methods, calls for aesthetics and functionality to be compatible with the home lifestyle.  Installing granite for your kitchen worktops in Guildford provides the opportunity to create a stunning multi-functional arena.

Granite is unique, has timeless beauty and is extremely durable. Even in the same slab you will find a variation in the grain or 'fluidity' of the pattern, due to the crystallisation of the natural mineral content. The uniqueness of the stone is dependent on the location of the site from which it was formed and on how quickly it has cooled and solidified deep within the earth.

When bringing your design ideas to life, you should consider what part you intend your Guildford kitchen granite worktop surfaces to play in the overall scheme. Consider whether you want your kitchen worktops to be the focal point or as a more neutral feature with the excitement coming from cabinetry and fittings. Your choice may also depend on whether the kitchen will be for food preparation alone, or if you want consistency in design to flow through to an open plan informal dining area.

The lighter shades of granite kitchen worktops are ideal for a minimalistic design concept, while breathtaking blacks with stunning light-reflecting properties, add a sense of drama. If you're going for a bright contemporary theme, hot shots of colour with granites such as Blue Pearl or Lemon Spice, make an impressively bold statement.

 Affordable Granite hold a variety of standard natural stone colours in stock, which have been sourced in bulk from a network of trusted suppliers, enabling the keen prices achieved to be passed on for the benefit of customers. Beauty is certainly in the eye of the beholder and with the full support of the Affordable Granite's team of experienced and dedicated craftsman, your aspirations for a dream kitchen can be achieved.

Call us today on 01293 863992 to find out more.

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