Your Installation Questions Answered
At Granite Unlimited, we've been manufacturing and installing granite, quartz and stone kitchen worktops across Essex and Suffolk for over 25 years. Below you'll find answers to some of the most common questions homeowners ask when choosing a new kitchen worktop.
Quartz worktop prices vary depending on the brand, colour, thickness and size of the installation. As a guide, quartz worktops are generally considered a premium kitchen worktop option and are often chosen for their durability, low maintenance and stylish appearance.
The best way to obtain an accurate price is to request a quotation based on your kitchen layout and chosen material. Granite Unlimited provides free quotations throughout Essex and Suffolk.
Granite worktop costs depend on the type of stone selected, the amount of material required, cut-outs for sinks and hobs, and the complexity of the installation.
Natural granite is available in a wide range of colours and patterns, making every installation unique. While granite is often viewed as a premium investment, many homeowners choose it because of its longevity, natural beauty and ability to add value to a property.
Neither material is necessarily better than the other; it depends on your priorities.
Quartz worktops offer:
Consistent colours and patterns
Low maintenance
Excellent stain resistance
Granite worktops offer:
Natural stone beauty
Unique patterns and veining
Exceptional durability
Many modern homeowners choose quartz for contemporary kitchens, while granite remains a popular choice for those seeking a natural stone finish.
Granite is a natural stone formed over millions of years beneath the earth's surface. Every slab is unique. Quartz worktops are engineered using natural quartz combined with resins and pigments. This creates a highly durable and consistent surface. Both materials are suitable for busy kitchens and provide excellent long-term performance when professionally installed.
Most granite worktops benefit from periodic sealing to help protect the surface from stains and moisture penetration. The frequency depends on the type of granite and how heavily the surface is used. Granite Unlimited can provide advice on the correct maintenance schedule for your chosen stone.
Quartz worktops are highly heat resistant and perform extremely well in everyday kitchens. However, it is always recommended to use trivets or heat-resistant mats when placing very hot cookware directly onto the surface. This helps preserve the appearance and lifespan of the worktop.
Once templating has been completed and your worktops have been manufactured, installation is often completed within a single day. The exact timescale depends on the size and complexity of the project, but Granite Unlimited will always provide a clear schedule before work begins..
Yes. Many homeowners choose to upgrade their kitchen by replacing the worktops while keeping their existing cabinets. A new granite or quartz worktop can dramatically transform the appearance of a kitchen without the expense of a full kitchen replacement.
Granite Unlimited supplies and installs kitchen worktops throughout Essex and Suffolk, including:
Colchester
Chelmsford
Ipswich
Brentwood
Braintree
Basildon
Witham
Maldon
Sudbury
Bury St Edmunds
Clacton-on-Sea
Woodbridge
Felixstowe
Southend-on-Sea
If you're unsure whether your area is covered, please contact our team.
Granite Unlimited has over 25 years of experience manufacturing and installing high-quality kitchen worktops for homeowners across Essex and Suffolk.
Customers choose us because we offer:
Granite, quartz and stone worktops
Professional templating and installation
Expert advice
Bespoke solutions
Outstanding customer service
A 5-star Google rating from satisfied customers
Our experienced team is always happy to help you choose the right worktop for your home and budget.
If you have a question that isn't answered above, please contact Granite Unlimited. We'll be happy to provide expert guidance and a free quotation for your project.