How Much Do Quartz Worktops Cost in the UK? (2026 Price Guide)
Quartz worktops typically cost between £280 and £600 per square metre supplied and fitted in the UK in 2026, with budget options a little lower and premium branded ranges higher. For a typical kitchen, that usually works out to somewhere around £2,000 to £4,500 all in.
But a per-square-metre figure only tells part of the story, because the final price depends on the design you choose and the work involved. Here's exactly what you're paying for, and how to get an accurate number for your own kitchen.
> These figures are general UK market guidance to help you budget, not a Cawdor quote. For real, up-to-date pricing on the exact worktop you want, use our quote builder. You can read more about how we keep prices accurate on our pricing accuracy page.
Typical quartz worktop prices by tier
- Budget / entry-level quartz: around £250 to £350 per m² fitted. Plainer colours and value brands.
- Mid-range quartz: around £350 to £500 per m² fitted. The sweet spot for most kitchens, with good colour and pattern choice.
- Premium branded quartz: around £500 to £700+ per m² fitted. Big-name ranges, bold veining and the latest finishes.
The 7 things that drive the cost
- Material / brand. The single biggest factor. Designer marble-effect and branded ranges cost more than plain colours.
- The area you need. More worktop means more material, but it's rarely a simple "price × area" sum (see below).
- Thickness. 30mm uses more stone than 20mm and usually costs a little more. Our worktop thickness guide covers the look and cost trade-offs.
- Edge profiles. A simple polished edge is standard; mitred or built-up "thick" edges add fabrication time and cost.
- Cut-outs. Sink, hob, tap and socket cut-outs each add labour.
- Upgrades. Splashbacks, upstands, drainer grooves and a waterfall island all add to the total.
- Templating and installation. Professional measuring (templating) and fitting are included in a supplied-and-fitted price, and they're where quality really shows.
Why worktops aren't priced by exact area
Quartz is cut from full slabs. Your worktop pieces are cut out of those slabs, and you effectively pay for the slabs your kitchen needs, not just the visible surface area, because the offcuts can't always be reused. That's why two kitchens with the same total worktop area can come out at different prices depending on how efficiently the pieces nest into a slab.
It's also why getting a proper quote matters: a good quote accounts for slab usage, not just a rough square-metre estimate.
Worked examples (supplied and fitted)
These are illustrative 2026 ranges to help you budget:
- Small / galley kitchen (~3 to 4 m²): roughly £1,400 to £3,000.
- Medium L-shaped kitchen (~5 to 6 m²): roughly £2,000 to £4,500.
- Large kitchen with island (~8 to 10 m²): roughly £3,500 to £7,000+.
Premium materials, thick mitred edges and waterfall islands push towards the top of each range.
Supply-only vs supplied and fitted
- Supplied and fitted includes templating, fabrication, delivery and professional installation, the hassle-free option, and what most homeowners choose.
- Supply-only is cheaper on paper but leaves you to arrange accurate templating and skilled fitting, where mistakes are expensive. For stone, fitting is best left to specialists.
Get an exact price in minutes
The fastest way to turn these ranges into a real number is our quote builder. Enter your worktop measurements, choose your quartz and thickness, add any extras like a splashback or waterfall, and you'll see a transparent price for your kitchen, no waiting for a callback.
Want to compare materials first? Our quartz vs granite guide is a good place to start.
Frequently asked questions
How much do quartz worktops cost per square metre in the UK?
As a 2026 guide, quartz worktops typically cost between £280 and £600 per square metre supplied and fitted, depending on the brand and design. Budget ranges start around £250 to £350 per m², mid-range sits at £350 to £500, and premium branded quartz runs £500 to £700+ per m².
How much does a quartz worktop cost for an average kitchen?
A typical UK kitchen with around 5 to 6 square metres of worktop usually costs roughly £2,000 to £4,500 supplied and fitted, including templating, fabrication and installation. Larger kitchens with islands and premium materials cost more.
Is quartz cheaper than granite?
Quartz and granite overlap heavily on price. Entry-level granite can be cheaper than entry-level quartz, but mid-range and premium options are broadly comparable. The bigger difference is maintenance: quartz never needs sealing, whereas granite does.
Does worktop thickness affect the price?
Yes. A 30mm worktop uses more material than a 20mm one and usually costs more, though the difference is modest. Thickness also affects the look and the edge options. Our worktop thickness guide explains the trade-offs in detail.
Are quartz worktops worth the money?
For most kitchens, yes. Quartz is non-porous, never needs sealing, resists stains and scratches, and lasts for decades, which makes it strong value over its lifetime compared with surfaces that wear or need ongoing care.