When people start planning a kitchen, they create a mental list of what they think they can and can’t afford. Stone worktops may end up in the ‘probably to expensive’ category. And for many years, stone was classed as a luxury product reserved for high-end homes or unlimited budgets. However, times have changed and today […]
When people start planning a kitchen, they create a mental list of what they think they can and can’t afford.
Stone worktops may end up in the ‘probably to expensive’ category. And for many years, stone was classed as a luxury product reserved for high-end homes or unlimited budgets.
However, times have changed and today that’s not necessarily the case.
Stone worktops are now available at a much wider range of price points than many people realise and the difference between stone and some alternative worktop materials is much smaller than expected.
Before ruling out stone, it’s worth looking at the bigger picture.
When comparing worktop materials, it’s natural to focus on the purchase price.
However, a kitchen isn’t something most people replace every few years, in fact they are expected to last 20 years or more.
When viewed over that timescale, it’s worth considering:
Sometimes the cheaper option at the beginning doesn’t mean the the most economical over the lifetime of the kitchen.
The stone market has changed considerably over the last decade.
Advances in manufacturing, greater availability and a wider choice of materials means that there are now quartz surfaces available across a wide range of budgets.
This means that customers no longer need to choose between premium luxury or no stone at all.
There are now quality options that make some stone achievable for many more kitchen projects. We have introduced our Foundation Range for exactly this purpose. This range provides fixed price stone based on a customers kitchen size, so that from the outset you know the cost of your worktops with no hidden extra and prices starting a £1,995.
One way to look at any high-ticket investment is to project the cost over its expected lifespan.
If a worktop lasts over 20 years, the daily cost becomes really quite low.
More importantly you’ll use it every day. It supports family meals, celebrations, homework, entertaining and countless everyday moments.
When you consider how much time is spent in the kitchen, the worktop quickly becomes one of the hardest working surfaces in the home.
Cabinets, appliances and flooring all contribute to the overall design however the worktop often draws the eye first.
It connects every element of the kitchen and influences how the the entire room feels.
Choosing a material that continues to look good year after year makes a lasting difference to the enjoyment of your kitchen.
A beautiful kitchen isn’t just about spending more. It’s about spending wisely.
There are several ways you can manage your budget which still enjoying the benefits of stone.
For example:
This is exactly what the Foundation Range does. With a simplified structure of 3 colours, 20mm quartz, fixed edge and cut-out details it means that the range can be offered at competitive fixed prices. If you are looking at stone worktops on a budget, our Foundation Range is for you.
One of the biggest mistakes you can make is to think stone is unaffordable before you’ve explored the range of options.
A conversations with an experienced fabricator, like us, can reveal possibilities that you hadn’t considered.
Every kitchen is different, and so it every budget.
Photographs and online prices only tell part of the story. Visiting a showroom allows you to:
Many customers are pleasantly surprised by the range of options available once they have these discussions.
Stone worktops aren’t just for luxury kitchens.
Today there are more options than ever before, making stone an achievable choice for a much wider range of homes and budgets.
Before deciding that stone is out of reach, take the time to explore what’s available and speak to a specialist fabricator.
You will probably find that the kitchen you’ve been imagining is more possible that you think.
