What to understand before you buy

Know what quartz actually is

Quartz worktops are an engineered surface, made from around 93% crushed natural quartz combined with resin and pigment. That makes them consistent from slab to slab, non-porous so they need no sealing, and resistant to stains and scratches in everyday use. Understanding this helps you compare quartz fairly against other materials. Our FAQ on what a quartz worktop is covers the basics, and what quartz is made of goes further.

Understand what drives the cost

There is no single price for a quartz worktop because the cost depends on your kitchen. The slab you choose, the size of the kitchen, the edge profile, the thickness and the number of cut-outs for sinks and hobs all play a part. This is why the only reliable figure comes from an itemised quote after a proper template. Our FAQs on how much quartz worktop costs and what affects the cost break this down.

Know how the buying process works

Buying a quartz worktop runs through clear stages: choosing your slab and colour, a laser template once your units are fitted, fabrication in the workshop, and then the fitting day. Knowing this sequence helps you plan your kitchen project and ask the right questions. Our guide on what happens on installation day covers the final stage.

Learn how to choose a supplier

Not all suppliers work the same way. A good one templates properly, quotes transparently with everything itemised, fabricates to a high standard and backs the work with clear guarantees. Some subcontract parts of the job, which can blur accountability. Precious Marble templates, fabricates and fits with its own in-house team from its base in Elstow, Bedford. Our guides on the questions to ask before buying and common mistakes to avoid give you a checklist.

Separate fact from myth

There are a few persistent myths about quartz, from how it handles heat to whether it needs sealing. Knowing the facts before you buy means you choose for the right reasons and use your worktop correctly afterwards. Our guide on myths about quartz worktops explained clears up the common ones, and the wider Quartz FAQs answer specific questions.

Decide if quartz is right for you

Finally, it is worth stepping back and deciding whether quartz suits your kitchen, your budget and how you live. For many Bedford homeowners it is an excellent fit, but it is a real investment and worth weighing up properly. Our guide on how to decide if quartz is right for your kitchen walks through that decision, and when quartz beats granite or laminate compares the alternatives.

When you are ready, request a free quote, browse the quartz worktops range, or visit our Elstow showroom.