When planning a new kitchen, choosing a new worktop can feel like a big decision. Many customers initially lean towards laminate, assuming quartz is a significant jump in cost. But once the explore the options properly, they often discover something surprising.
Quartz isn’t that different in cost to premium laminate and the added benefits can make all the difference.
We regularly help customers compare both materials and here’s what we encourage them to consider.
First Impressions Matter and They Last
While premium laminate has improved dramatically in recent years, it doesn’t quite achieve the same natural depth or structural impacts as engineered stone.
Quartz has a presence that is hard to replicate. The depth of veining, the smooth polished finish, the option for waterfall edges and bold islands.
Built For Real Life
Kitchens aren’t showrooms, they’re busy and functional spaces.
Quartz worktops are engineered from natural stones and resin, creating a surface that is:
- Highly resistant to scratches.
- Non-porous and hygenic.
- Resistant to training.
- Structurally strong.
It’s a surface that copes effortlessly with everyday life, from family meals to entertaining guests.
Premium laminate can perform well for many households but over time it can be more vulnerable around sink joints, edges and areas exposed to moisture or heat.
If you want something that simply ‘gets the job done’ without worry, quartz offers reassuring durability.
Low Maintenance, Long Term Confidence
One of the big advantages of quartz is how easy it is to life with.
There’s:
- No sealing required.
- No special products needed.
- No ongoing treatments.
Just simple cleaning with mild detergent.
Laminate also requires little maintenance, but quartz tends to maintain its finish and consistency for many more years without visible wear. For homeowners planning to stay long term, that peace of mind is invaluable.
A Kitchen That Supports Property Appeal
Kitchens are often a deciding factor for house buyers and stone worktops signal quality. Even if moving isn’t on the immediate horizon, choosing materials that enhance perceived value can be a wise decision. Quartz has a way of a kitchen feel more considered and more premium.
The Price Isn’t Always What You Expect
Many customers assume quartz will be dramatically more expensive than premium laminate. In reality, with todays range of quartz brands and options, the difference is often narrower than people anticipate, especially when you consider:
- How long quartz lasts
- The reduced likelihood of replacement
- The added visual and property impact
When viewed over the lifetime of a kitchen, quartz represents strong overall value.
When Premium Laminate May Still Be Right
We always offer honest advice and premium laminate could be a sensible choice if:
- It’s a rental property
- The renovation is short-term
- Budget is very restricted
- The kitchen may be replaced in a few years
But for homeowners creating the kitchen they truly want to enjoy for many years, quartz is often the material they feel most confident about.
Seeing the Difference in Person
The best way to understand the difference is online or in a brochure, it by seeing samples and full slabs in person, feeling the finish and seeing them side by side.
We can help you explore the options without pressure. We’ll talk through how you use you kitchen, what matters to you most, and guide you as to what genuinely fits your home.
We’re Here to Help
Quartz isn’t simply a ‘luxury upgrade’. It is durable, practical, low maintenance and strong long-term value. And importantly it may be more accessible than you think. If you are planning a kitchen renovation, visit our showroom and explore the possibilities properly. Sometimes seeing the stone in person is all it takes to realise why so many homeowners choose it with confidence.
