Quartz Worktops Gloucester

There’s a reason so many people opt for quartz work surfaces - they’re stunning and stand up well to daily use, making them a practical and aesthetically pleasing choice. However, not many people know exactly how quartz worktops are made.

Quartz is often referred to as an ‘engineered stone’. This is because the material is manufactured rather than mined directly from stone quarries like natural stone worktops, such as granite.

To begin the manufacturing process, resin and coloured pigments are combined with ground natural quartz crystals. This mixture is then formed into a large slab subjected to high pressure and temperature. The result is a dense, solid surface made through a process similar to how natural rock forms beneath the earth’s surface. Once the slab is ready, it’s cut to the desired size and shape for the customer’s kitchen or bathroom countertop.

During manufacturing, different coloured pigments can be added to the mixture to produce the range of colours and patterns that quartz worktops are famous for. The options are endless, from subtle options with delicate veining to intense, solid colours with mirrored flecks. Our team manufactures and supplies a huge range of quartz colours, including Italian marble-inspired Carraras and Calacattas. If you’re unsure which colour you like best in your home, our worktop specialists will happily help you choose the best fit for your space!

Quartz work surfaces are a first-class choice for high-traffic areas like kitchens and bathrooms because of their toughness and durability. They’re also heat and scratch-resistant, so they’re less prone to damage and visible wear and tear than cheaper options like laminate worktops.

With a quartz countertop, you don’t have to worry about spillages. They’re fully stain-resistant and easy to clean. All you have to do is wipe up the spilt liquid with a soft cloth and warm, soapy water, and your quartz worktop will look like new again.

Quartz is also non-porous, so quartz worktops won’t absorb any liquid, and germs and bacteria won’t seep into the material. This makes them a safe and hygienic choice for bathroom countertops and food preparation areas in kitchens.

The resin added to ground quartz during manufacturing makes quartz surfaces more flexible than natural stone. This means they’re less likely to crack or chip over time, so you can enjoy your stunning new quartz worktop for years to come.

Another benefit of quartz over natural stone or solid wood worktops is that quartz never requires sealing or oiling. Most natural stone worktops have to be resealed regularly to protect the material, but choosing quartz means you’ll never have to stress about remembering to seal your work surface!