Spoilt for choice with quartz kitchen worktops in Crawley

 

If you are considering stone for your kitchen work surfaces  but find the inconsistency in shades and the natural pitting visible in granite to be a disadvantage, upscaling with quartz kitchen worktops in Crawley could well be an excellent alternative. Where granite and marble are naturally formed stones, quartz is an engineered product which has been skilfully produced with high-tech machinery. It contains a higher percentage of ground quartz crystals, combined with other minerals, binding resins and coloured pigments. Recycled light-reflecting mirror chips can also be added to give a light-reflecting sparkle to the stone.

With so many options available on the market, it can be overwhelming and easy to get spoilt for choice. From different colours, patterns and textures, it could be challenging to choose the perfect quartz worktop that complements your kitchen design and personal taste. One of the first points to consider when choosing a quartz worktop is the colour scheme of your kitchen. If you have a predominantly white or neutral kitchen design, a dark-coloured quartz worktop can add a dramatic contrast and create a statement piece. Conversely, if you have a vibrant or colourful kitchen design, quartz in a neutral shade will tone down the aesthetics and add a touch of elegance.

 

It’s also essential to consider the pattern within the stone. Some quartz kitchen worktops have a uniform pattern that creates a sleek and modern look, while others have a natural stone-like pattern that adds character and depth to the space. The pattern should complement the overall style of the kitchen and create a cohesive look, especially if this is within an open-plan living area. Quartz held in stock can be viewed at the Affordable Granite factory in Charlwood, Surrey.

Quartz kitchen work surfaces are exceptionally hard-wearing and the blending of a polymer binding resin during manufacture ensures the stone is resilient to scratches, stains and the growth of mould or bacteria. With the durability in mind however, as the worktops will be in place for many years to come it may be wise to consider whether the colour and pattern will continue to be consistent with any new interior design scheme in the future.

 

Based in Surrey, Affordable Granite is the leading supplier and installer of high quality quartz kitchen countertops in Crawley and the South East of England. Established in 2003 as a family-owned business with an in-house team of skilled stonemasons, specialist templaters and fitters. Impartial advice is always available to ensure you select the right stone for your kitchen project in line with your allocated budget. 

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Modern chic or vintage vibe for quartz kitchen worktops in Crawley

Remodelling your kitchen or installing an entirely new one may well be the biggest investment you make, second only to purchasing your home. If the project seems somewhat daunting you may be looking for reassurance that your quartz kitchenworktops in Crawley will be a wise choice and compatible with your lifestyle. Affordable Granite can provide impartial advice to ensure you make the right decisions and achieve the desired affect, both practical and visual.

The horizontal aspect of the kitchen work surfaces generally have the greatest impact visually, with the potential to create the wow factor and to set the overall theme within the available space. Quartz kitchen worktops are extremely versatile, bringing design schemes together, whether that is modern chic or a vintage vibe.

Although quartz won't have the uniqueness of a natural stone such as granite, the coloured pigments which are combined with crushed quartz and other minerals during the engineering process, provides a plethora of colours and patterns which cleverly replicate those found in natural stones, without any inconsistency throughout the slabs. 

Quartz also benefits from the inclusion of resin, used to bind all the elements together, resulting in a non-porous surface which unlike granite, requires no sealing and is not only stain resistant, hard-wearing and ideal for hygienic food preparation, quartz countertops are also low maintenance. This can be a significant bonus within a busy house-hold where the kitchen has to meet the demands of daily life and still retain a pristine appearance.

You will no doubt be well aware of what you didn't like in your old kitchen space, but need advice before taking the first steps towards creating a new one. Affordable Granite in Surrey are specialists in the supply and installation of high quality quartz kitchen worktops and invite customers to talk through their ideas and aspirations. All factors in the project will be discussed, respecting the available budget with complete transparency in costings and a commitment to delivering a stunning kitchen which will reflect your style of living.

Call us today on 01293 863992 to find out more and speak with one of pur friendly team.

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Cool quartz kitchen worktops in Crawley are a hot topic

Gaining rapidly in popularity as the surface of choice in the kitchen for many, quartz has definitely earned recognition as a preferred alternative to natural stones, such as granite and marble. Leafing through interior design magazines for inspiration in creating wow-factor quartz kitchen worktops in Crawley you may wonder how innovative, on-trend styling can be adapted to suit your needs.

Quartz is extremely versatile, with a vast colour range and patterns which mimic the veining and striations found in granite. This gives ample opportunity to create an ambiance which reflects the personality within the home and enhances the kitchen space. Unlike granite, this is a man-made engineered stone and is a compound of generally 93% crushed quartz and other minerals, combined with a polymer resin adhesive. The resin content ensures the surface will be non-porous, resulting in a kitchen worktop which will be stain repellent and impervious to bacterial growth. Quartz also scores high for ease of maintenance with no need for surface sealing.

The practicalities of quartz for kitchen worktops in Crawley are undisputed, but you also have the advantage of a surface with a rich and refined beauty reflecting the shades on nature, without the pitting and fissures present in a natural stone. The pigments injected during the engineering process, result in a breathtaking colour palette. Although your worktop won't have the unique appearance of granite, there will be the benefit of uniformity of colour and shading throughout the slab. Choosing quartz for your worktops in Crawley provides the opportunity to transform a drab and dated kitchen into a cool and dynamic space.

A mood board with snippets cut from magazines, swatches of fabric, colour pallets of paint and cabinetry, can be of help when selecting your perfect slab of quartz for a cohesive design. This will be a long-term investment and the Affordable Granite team are on hand to advise on all the options available within your budget, ensuring you achieve a kitchen you will love to spend time in for many years to come.

Affordable Granite provide an end-to-end service with quality control throughout, including the sourcing of quartz from trusted suppliers, templating, fabrication and the final installation, all completed by highly skilled and dedicated in-house craftsmen.  Call us today on 01293 863992

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