What are quartz worktops? Engineered quartz is the most popular choice for modern kitchen worktops in the UK. Combining up to 95% natural quartz minerals with advanced polymer resins, the manufacturing process creates an incredibly durable, completely non-porous surface that requires absolutely zero chemical sealing. Available in hundreds of striking colours, from pristine mirror-chip whites to highly realistic Italian marble designs, quartz is exceptionally resistant to scratches and everyday household stains. With the industry rapidly transitioning towards sustainable, low-silica mineral blends, quartz remains the ultimate hygienic, low-maintenance centrepiece for any bespoke kitchen renovation.
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CRL Quartz
CRL Quartz Modena captures the elegance of natural marble with a soft white base and delicate grey veining throughout. This marble effect surface from the Marble Collection brings timeless sophistication to any space with its refined, polished finish.
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Horizon
Horizon's Calacatta Supernova brings refined elegance to contemporary spaces with its soft white base and delicate grey veining, creating a timeless marble aesthetic. Part of the Horizon Range, this polished quartz offers understated sophistication for discerning interiors.
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Silestone
Silestone Eternal Calacatta Gold is a quartz worktop which has been created to decorate today's kitchens and bathrooms in a range of attractive quartz colours, extraordinary quartz textures, and top-quality performance. It is the only one with anti-bacterial protection for worktops that guarantees maximum hygiene on its surfaces
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Caesarstone
Caesarstone Empira White 5151 is a quartz worktop which has been created to decorate todays kitchens and bathrooms in a range of attractive quartz colours, extraordinary quartz textures, and top-quality performance. The legendary innovation from Caesarstone shines through in all their styles
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Quartzforms
The Quartzforms Planet Collection is a thickly veined pattern in the material inspired by an extra-terrestrial landscape. Jupiter is a deep black backdrop with striking crisp white veins flowing through. The surface is highly practical and is available in 20mm and 30mm thicknesses
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Quartzforms
The Quartzforms New Era Ecotone collection – A new composition made with resin derived from bio compound, recycled glass and very low crystalline silica content. The surface is highly practical and is available in 20mm and 30mm thicknesses
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Technistone
The Technistone Noble Areti Bianco is from the Noble Collection and the fine grey veins on the white backdrop creates a Carrara marble look. This design will bring a classic look to any area. The surface is highly practical and is available in 20mm and 30mm thicknesses
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Technistone
The Technistone Residente Dark provides a unique style with its dark grey background and cloudy appearance. It is sleek and contemporary and will suit both modern and traditional styles. The surface is highly practical and is available in 20mm and 30mm thicknesses
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Horizon
Horizon Galaxy Grey is a sophisticated grey quartz worktop featuring delicate black and white speckles throughout its subtle surface. This sparkle-style piece from the Horizon Range offers understated elegance for contemporary homes.
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Horizon
Horizon Galaxy Black is a striking engineered quartz worktop featuring a deep black base scattered with luminous white, grey, and metallic flecks that catch the light beautifully. Part of the Horizon Range, this sparkle-effect surface brings contemporary elegance to any space with its captivating speckled character.
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Horizon
Horizon Galaxy White is a sophisticated white quartz worktop featuring delicate grey and sage green mineral flecks scattered throughout. This sparkle-finish surface from the Horizon Range brings understated elegance and practical durability to contemporary kitchens and bathrooms.
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Sempre
Sempre Lapland is a refined white quartz worktop from the Sempre collection, featuring subtle sparkle detailing and a clean, contemporary aesthetic. Its light, neutral tone and delicate speck pattern make it a versatile choice for modern kitchens and bathrooms.
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Horizon
Horizon Snow White is a crisp, clean white quartz worktop from the Horizon Range by Classic Quartz Stone. This plain, solid surface offers timeless elegance with a bright, contemporary finish, perfect for modern kitchens and bathrooms seeking understated sophistication.
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Horizon
Horizon Ice Storm is a striking white marble effect quartz worktop from the Construction collection. This polished surface features subtle grey veining and a clean, contemporary aesthetic, perfect for modern kitchens and bathrooms seeking timeless elegance.
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Sempre
Sempre Sierra is a sophisticated white quartz worktop featuring delicate sparkle detailing throughout. This refined surface brings understated elegance to any kitchen or bathroom, combining durability with contemporary appeal.
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CRL Quartz
The mirror chip on this popular white quartz surface draws the eye when it catches the light, adding interest to any space while blending seamlessly into its environment. Quartz Reflection brings a sense of glamour to its surroundings with a polished finish. Available in 20mm and 30mm thickness
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CRL Quartz
Grey Reflection is a popular, timeless grey colour with a distinctive mirror chip that add sparkle to any design. This quartz surface is extremely versatile, combining seamlessly with any number of materials, colours and finishes in the kitchen. Available in 20mm and 30mm thickness
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Picasso
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Picasso
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CRL Quartz
With a dusty sparkle throughout Arctic Shimmer brings glamour to the kitchen or bathroom and is simple to keep looking as good as new thanks to its high durability and ease of maintenance. Available in 20mm and 30mm thickness
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Horizon
Horizon Marble Stratus from the Construction collection presents a clean, luminous white marble effect with subtle grey veining that adds sophisticated depth. This polished quartz worktop combines elegant aesthetics with exceptional durability for contemporary homes.
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Quartz has dominated the kitchen worktop market for over a decade because it perfectly balances luxury aesthetics with flawless everyday functionality.
Natural quartz is one of the hardest minerals on earth. When engineered under extreme vacuum pressure, the resulting slab is incredibly tough and highly resistant to the chips, cracks and scratches that often plague softer natural stones.
Unlike natural marble or granite, quartz has a completely closed surface. Liquid spills from red wine, coffee, turmeric and cooking oils simply cannot penetrate the stone, making it virtually stain-proof and exceptionally hygienic for food preparation.
Because it is an engineered product, the design possibilities are endless. Whether you want a flawless solid grey for an industrial aesthetic, or a deeply veined Calacatta to mimic luxury Italian marble, quartz provides total colour consistency across your entire kitchen.
We are proud to stock the next generation of quartz surfaces. Many of our leading brands, including Silestone, have transitioned to advanced low-silica mineral blends and recycled materials, offering a safer, highly sustainable product without compromising on legendary durability.
One of the greatest benefits of choosing engineered quartz is the complete lack of maintenance required. Natural stones demand regular chemical sealing to prevent them from absorbing water and bacteria. Quartz requires none of this. To keep your worktops looking immaculate and preserve their factory polish, all you need is a soft microfibre cloth and warm soapy water.
| Feature | Engineered Quartz | Natural Granite |
|---|---|---|
| Porosity | Completely non-porous (Stain proof) | Porous (Requires regular sealing) |
| Colour Consistency | Perfectly controlled and uniform | Highly unpredictable natural variations |
| Maintenance | Zero maintenance required | High maintenance |
| Design Options | Hundreds of exact colours and marble effects | Limited to what is quarried from the earth |
The price of quartz varies significantly depending on the brand, the complexity of the marble veining and the thickness of the slab. Our live online calculator allows you to compare prices across hundreds of stones instantly. Simply select your favourite quartz from the grid above, enter your kitchen measurements and get an exact fabrication and installation price in seconds.
We strongly advise against placing hot pans directly onto quartz. While the natural minerals are highly heat resistant, the advanced resins used to bind the stone can be damaged or discoloured by sudden thermal shock. Always use a heat pad or trivet to protect your worktops and your manufacturer warranty.
No, quartz is exceptionally resistant to scratching from everyday kitchen use. However, you should never chop food directly on the surface. A sharp steel kitchen knife can eventually dull the polished finish and leave metallic transfer marks on the stone. We always recommend using a standard chopping board.