How to Choose the Right Quartz Worktop for Your Kitchen: A Complete Guide

Introduction

When designing a new kitchen, or updating an existing one, one of the most important choices you're going to be making is the worktop. The choice is not just aesthetic — the worktop will be subjected to daily cooking, spills, and wear, while still retaining its surface shine. Despite all the available options on the market, quartz worktops have really become the worktop of choice for many modern homes within the UK. But how do you choose the right quartz worktop for your space? This guide will help.

1. The Inherent Benefits of Quartz Worktops.

Quartz worktops act as a engineered stone surface constructed with approximately 90-95% natural quartz and mixed with resins and pigments. This produces a surface that is non-porous and incredibly durable, and is even scratch, stain, and bacteria resistant!

Quartz does not need sealing and quartz is manufactured in even patterns unlike granite or marble, which is great for homeowners looking for a beautiful surface that does not require constant maintenance!

Some of the benefits of quartz are:

a. Very durable: Very hard and long-lasting.

b. Low Maintenance: No sealing or special cleaning needed.

c. Non-porous: Does not stain with coffee, wine, oils, etc.

d. Wide Range of Designs: Many colors, veining styles, and finishes.

2. Think about Colour and Finish

Your quartz worktop needs to complement your kitchen’s design.

• Light, airy kitchens will require lighter shades, e.g. Carrara Venatino or Alaska White.

• More statement modern looks will typically require darker shades, e.g. Fantasy Grey or Statuario Royal.

• For a classic look, use prosaic colour shades like soft greys or beige tones to add a touch of luxury.

Finishes:

• Polished quartz has a shiny, reflective coating, best suited to contemporary design.

• Leather and matte finishes have a more natural texture and can offer better concealment of fingerprint and smudges.

3. Thickness and Edge Profiles Count

Generally, quartz worktops are available as either 20mm or 30mm thick.

• 20mm thickness works well within minimal and modern designs.

• 30mm thickness allows for a more sturdy and luxurious look, typical of traditional or statement kitchens.

The edge profile also impacts style, with straight, bullnose or bevelled edges all putting their own touch into the unique style of your kitchen.

4. Matching Quartz to cabinets and flooring

An even and balanced kitchen design is reliant upon harmony between surfaces.

• If your cabinets are a dark color, you should consider a lighter color of quartz, such as Alaska Gold, to create a contrast.

• If you have light cabinetry, a darker surface, such as Fantasy Gray, will create depth.

• If your flooring has a pattern, you will want to select a quartz surface that has subtle veins to minimize visual clutter.

5. Advice for Care and Maintenance

Quartz surfaces are very little maintenance, but good care helps keep them looking nice for years.

• Clean daily with soap and water.

• Avoid harsh cleaners and scouring pads.

• Always use trivets for hot pans, but remember quartz is heat resistant.

Knowing and using these basic steps will keep your worktop looking like new for years.

6. Reasons to Select LSD Stone for Your Quartz Worktops

At LSD Stone Ltd, we combine exquisite craftsmanship alongside premium sourced materials to develop surfaces that can really elevate any kitchen. Our showcase range, including Carrara Venatino, Fantasy Grey, Ice Canyon, and Statuario Royal, is tailored to suit all tastes and styles of life.

If you're doing a renovation or starting from scratch, our team of experts will help you choose the right colour, finish, and quartz thickness that compliments your house.

To sum up,

When it comes to your choices of a worktop, a quartz worktop is not just a design choice; it is an investment in lasting style, durability, and practicality.

By thinking about colour, finish, thickness and what you're pairing the worktop with, you will end up with a kitchen that looks beautiful, is practical, and will last.

If you're ready to find your perfect quartz surface, browse the entire collection at LSD Stone Ltd and enjoy expert advice right the way through.