Quartz Worktops Nottingham

We fit both, so we're not going to tell you quartz is always the answer. It depends on what you want. Granite is natural stone — every slab is different, which some people love. It needs sealing annually to stay stain-resistant. It's genuinely heatproof. Cost is broadly similar to quartz, though it varies more by slab because the pattern and colour are unique to each piece. Quartz has a more consistent appearance, which suits most fitted kitchens. It doesn't need sealing, cleans more easily, and is slightly more forgiving day-to-day. The trade-off is heat sensitivity — use trivets for heavy oven cookware and you won't have any problems. Granite is also heavier than quartz, which occasionally matters in older Nottingham properties where the cabinet carcasses aren't as robust. We'll flag tha

Supply-only prices start at around £200 per square metre for entry-level quartz. Premium slabs and thicker profiles (30mm vs 20mm) push that toward £600–700 per square metre. ​ For a typical straight-run kitchen worktop in 20mm quartz — around 5 metres including an upstand — you're usually looking at between £800 and £1,400 fully fitted, depending on the quartz chosen and the complexity of the job. Islands, L-shapes and custom fabrication add to that. ​ Factors that affect the final price: Quartz colour and grade — entry-level plain quartz costs less than premium veined slabs Thickness — 20mm is standard, 30mm costs more Number of cutouts — each sink or hob cutout adds to fabrication time Edge profile — a flat polish is standard, decorative profiles like ogee cost more Kitchen layout — str

No. It's non-porous, so sealing isn't needed. That's one of the main practical advantages over granite and marble, both of which need annual sealing to stay stain-resistant. With quartz, you just clean it and use it.

It's heat resistant, but not entirely heatproof. A hot mug, a warm plate or a pan from the hob are all fine. A roasting tin straight from a 200°C oven is where problems can occur — the thermal shock from extreme direct heat can stress the resin. Use a trivet for heavy oven cookware and you'll have no issues.

​Yes. Quartz handles the weight and the ambient heat from a microwave without any problems. Make sure there's adequate ventilation around the appliance as the manual recommends — that applies regardless of the worktop surface.

Once your order is confirmed, we fabricate and fit within 5–10 working days on average. The actual installation at your home usually takes half a day to a full day depending on kitchen size and complexity. We'll give you a specific timeframe when we confirm your order.

They're broadly similar in price. Both start around £200 per square metre and go up depending on quality and thickness. Quartz can work out cheaper long-term because you never need to buy sealant or pay for resealing. Granite has more price variation because no two slabs are identical — a particularly striking slab costs more.

It's scratch-resistant but not scratch-proof. Day-to-day kitchen use won't mark it. Dragging a sharp knife hard across the surface repeatedly will eventually leave a mark, but that's true of most surfaces. Use a chopping board and you won't have any issues.

Granite has a speckled, grainy appearance — you can see individual mineral crystals. The pattern varies across the slab. Quartz looks more uniform, often with a smoother appearance and more consistent patterning. Veined quartz like Carrera is designed to mimic marble rather than granite — the veins are more flowing and less grainy.

Honestly? A few. It's not cheap — it's a premium surface and it's priced that way. It's not fully heatproof, so trivets are a must if you use heavy oven cookware. It can fade with prolonged UV exposure, so it's not great outdoors or in full-sun conservatories. And it's heavy, which means professional installation is essential — this isn't a DIY job. Those are the real trade-offs. For most kitchens in Nottingham, none of those are dealbreakers, but it's better to know upfront.