What is the best stone for kitchen bench tops?

Sealed granite If you want your kitchen to have all the bells and whistles and your budget allows it, a natural stone like granite is a great option for your benchtop. It’s extremely durable and will be a life-long feature in your home.

Are stone bench tops worth it?

Stone benchtops are far superior in appearance to laminate benchtops. They are also more hardwearing, scratch-resistant and durable than laminate benchtops. On the other hand, laminate benchtops are available in unlimited patterns and styles and they can even mimic the look of stone.

How much is a new stone bench top?

Engineered Stone Benchtops Engineered stone kitchen benchtops cost around $400 to $600 per square meter, including installations. Natural stone is usually sold per slab like Caesarstone which comes in slabs of 3000mm x 1400mm.

What is the cheapest stone for Benchtops?

Like travertine, limestone is among the cheaper of natural stone options. Again, with a minimal additional investment for regular maintenance, resealing and care, limestone is a savvy choice for anyone looking for a beautiful, long-lasting and durable benchtop.

What are the different types of stone bench tops?

The two most popular and affordable types of stone bench tops are quartz (often referred to as Engineered stone) and granite. Granite bench tops are quarried directly from the earth as a single chunk. These bench tops are all natural stone that have been taken out as large blocks and are later cut into individual slabs and polished.

Why choose natural granite or quartzite stone benchtops?

Natural granite and quartzite stone benchtops offer enduring beauty with durability. Every bench is a unique work of art perfected by nature over hundreds of million years. Durable and attractive benchtops that will add class to any home.

What is the thickness of the upstand on a benchtop?

The upstand is placed vertically on top of the benchtop and glued to the wall. We will make cutouts for power points and switches. The thickness of the upstand is the same as the slab thickness used, either 20mm or 30mm.