Quartz FAQs How Much Is Quartz Worktop Quartz worktops cost £1,200–£3,500 for a typical UK kitchen fully installed. Here is a complete pricing breakdown to help you budget. Get a Quote 01234 348590 Home » Quartz FAQs » How Much Is Quartz Worktop PM Precious Marble Team Quartz worktop specialists in Bedford with over 15 […]
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Quartz FAQs How Much Is Quartz Worktop Per Metre UK Quartz worktops in the UK cost £200–£600 per linear metre installed. Here is a detailed breakdown so you can budget accurately. Get a Quote 01234 348590 Home » Quartz FAQs » How Much Is Quartz Worktop Per Metre UK PM Precious Marble Team Quartz worktop […]
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Quartz FAQs How Much Is Quartz Worktop Quartz worktops cost £1,200–£3,500 for a typical UK kitchen fully installed. Here is a complete pricing breakdown to help you budget. Get a Quote 01234 348590 Home » Quartz FAQs » How Much Is Quartz Worktop PM Precious Marble Team Quartz worktop specialists in Bedford with over 15 […]
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Quartz FAQs How Much Is Quartz Worktop Per Metre UK Quartz worktops in the UK cost £200–£600 per linear metre installed. Here is a detailed breakdown so you can budget accurately. Get a Quote 01234 348590 Home » Quartz FAQs » How Much Is Quartz Worktop Per Metre UK PM Precious Marble Team Quartz worktop […]
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A quartz worktop for an average UK kitchen (3.5m²) costs approximately £1,200–£3,500 fully installed. The price depends primarily on the brand, colour complexity and kitchen layout. Budget quartz in plain colours starts from around £1,200. Mid-range veined designs sit at £1,800–£2,500. Premium brands with complex marble-effect patterns can reach £3,500 or more. All prices include templating, fabrication and professional installation.
Total Cost by Kitchen Size
The total cost of a quartz worktop depends on how much worktop surface your kitchen requires. UK kitchens vary enormously from compact galley layouts with just 2 square metres of worktop space to large open-plan designs with islands that may need 6 square metres or more.
To help Bedford homeowners budget realistically here are total installed costs for common kitchen sizes across three quality tiers. These figures include everything: material, templating, fabrication, installation, standard cutouts (one sink and one hob) and waste removal.
Kitchen Cost Comparison Table
Kitchen Type
Approx. Area
Budget
Mid-Range
Premium
Small Galley
2m²
£700–£1,000
£1,000–£1,400
£1,400–£2,000
Average L-Shape
3.5m²
£1,200–£1,750
£1,750–£2,450
£2,450–£3,500
Large U-Shape
5m²
£1,700–£2,500
£2,500–£3,500
£3,500–£5,000
Large + Island
7m²+
£2,400–£3,500
£3,500–£4,900
£4,900–£7,000+
Prices are approximate UK averages as of 2026, include VAT and assume 20mm thickness with standard cutouts. Contact Precious Marble for a precise Bedford-area quote.
Quartz vs Alternative Worktops: Price Comparison
To put quartz pricing into context here is how it compares to other popular worktop materials for the same average 3.5m² kitchen.
Material
3.5m² Installed
Lifespan
Maintenance Cost /yr
20-Year Total
Laminate
£300–£700
10–15 yrs
£0
£600–£1,400*
Solid Wood
£500–£1,200
15–25 yrs
£30–£60
£1,100–£2,400
Quartz
£1,200–£3,500
25–30+ yrs
£0
£1,200–£3,500
Granite
£1,100–£3,500
25–30+ yrs
£15–£40
£1,400–£4,300
Marble
£1,500–£5,000
20–25+ yrs
£30–£80
£2,100–£6,600
*Laminate 20-year total assumes one replacement at the 12-year mark. Maintenance costs include sealing products and oiling supplies at DIY rates.
The 6 Things That Drive Quartz Cost
Understanding what pushes the price up or down helps you make informed decisions and find the right balance between appearance and budget.
1. Colour and pattern complexity. This is the single biggest price driver. A plain solid colour costs roughly half the price per square metre of a complex marble-effect veined design. If budget is tight this is where to make the biggest saving.
2. Brand. Premium brands like Caesarstone and Silestone command higher prices than lesser-known manufacturers. The core material performance is similar but premium brands offer wider colour ranges, more realistic patterns and longer warranties.
3. Kitchen size and layout. More worktop area means more material. Complex layouts (L-shapes, U-shapes, islands) require more joins and more fabrication time than simple straight runs.
4. Thickness. 30mm quartz costs approximately 40–50% more than 20mm. Both are equally durable for kitchen use. The choice is purely aesthetic.
5. Edge profile and cutouts. Standard edges are included in most quotes. Decorative edges and additional cutouts (beyond one sink and one hob) add to the fabrication cost.
6. Special features. Waterfall edges, mitred joints, book-matched veining and drainage grooves all require additional skilled labour and material which increases the total.
True Cost of Ownership Over 20 Years
The upfront price of quartz is higher than laminate or wood. But the true cost of a worktop is not just the purchase price. It includes maintenance, repairs and replacements over the lifetime of your kitchen.
Quartz has zero ongoing maintenance cost. No sealing. No oiling. No specialist cleaning products. It lasts 25–30 years without needing replacement. When you divide the initial cost by the years of service a £2,500 quartz worktop costs just £100 per year. A £500 laminate that needs replacing after 12 years costs £83 per year for the first set and then another £500+ for the replacement. Factor in the disruption of a mid-life worktop replacement and quartz starts looking like the better value option.
Quartz also adds value to your property. Estate agents consistently report that quality kitchen worktops contribute to a 3–5% property value uplift. For many Bedford homeowners the worktop effectively pays for itself when the house is eventually sold.
How to Save Money Without Compromising Quality
Choose a plain or speckled colour. This alone can save £500–£1,000 on a typical kitchen compared to a premium veined design.
Go with 20mm thickness. It performs identically to 30mm and costs significantly less.
Keep edges simple. A pencil round or flat polished edge is usually included at no extra cost.
Ask about remnants. Offcuts from larger jobs can offer 30–50% savings on material if your kitchen is small enough to use them.
Choose a supply-and-fit package. Bundled deals from a single fabricator are almost always cheaper than sourcing materials and labour separately.
Get three quotes. Prices vary 20–30% between fabricators for the same product. Make sure each quote includes the same scope. For more detail see our full guide on quartz worktop price per metre in the UK.
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Our Bedford quotes are fully inclusive with no hidden extras. Templating, fabrication, installation, cutouts and waste removal are all included as standard. The price we quote is the price you pay. Call 01234 348590 for a free no-obligation quote tailored to your kitchen.
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Whatever your budget there is a quartz worktop to suit your kitchen. Visit our quartz worktops Bedford page to explore the full range and request a free personalised quote from our team.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a quartz worktop cost for an average UK kitchen?
An average UK kitchen with approximately 3.5 square metres of worktop space typically costs between £1,200 and £3,500 for quartz fully installed. Budget quartz starts around £1,200. Mid-range options sit at £1,800 to £2,500. Premium brands can reach £3,500 or more.
What is the biggest factor that affects quartz worktop price?
The colour and pattern of the quartz is the single biggest price factor. A plain solid white or speckled quartz can cost half the price of a complex veined marble-effect design. Choosing a simpler colour is the most effective way to reduce your total cost without compromising on durability.
Is quartz worktop more expensive than granite?
Quartz and granite are broadly similar in price. Both range from approximately £300 to £700 per square metre installed. Granite can be slightly cheaper at the budget end. However quartz has lower lifetime costs because it never needs sealing which saves £150 to £400 over 20 years in maintenance.
Does Precious Marble offer finance or payment plans for quartz worktops?
Contact Precious Marble directly on 01234 348590 to discuss payment options for your quartz worktop project. We are happy to work with Bedford homeowners to find a solution that fits their budget. We also offer competitive supply-and-fit packages that represent excellent value.
This article is part of our growing Quartz FAQs hub where we answer the most common questions Bedford homeowners ask about quartz worktops. If you cannot find the answer you need feel free to call us on 01234 348590 or email info@preciousmarble.co.uk.
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Quartz worktops in the UK cost approximately £200–£600 per linear metre fully installed (at standard 600mm depth). Budget quartz starts around £200/m. Mid-range sits at £300–£450/m. Premium brands reach £500–£600+/m. For a typical UK kitchen with 5 linear metres of worktop the total installed cost ranges from £1,000 to £3,000 depending on specification.
Per Metre Pricing Explained
When fabricators quote quartz worktops per linear metre they are giving you the price for one metre of worktop length at a standard depth (usually 600mm which is the standard UK kitchen cabinet depth). This is the most common way homeowners are quoted because it is easy to understand. You can measure the total length of worktop you need and multiply by the per-metre price to get a rough total.
However it is important to understand that per-linear-metre prices assume a standard 600mm depth. If your worktop is wider (for example a 900mm deep island or a 700mm deep peninsula) the price per linear metre will be higher because more material is required. Some fabricators quote by the square metre instead which avoids this confusion but requires you to calculate the area rather than just the length.
The per-metre price may or may not include templating, fabrication and installation depending on the company. At Precious Marble our Bedford quotes are always fully inclusive. The per-metre figure we give you covers everything from the first template measurement to the final polish on installation day.
Price Per Metre Table by Tier
Tier
Per Linear Metre (Installed)
5m Kitchen Total
Typical Brands
Colour Range
Budget
£200–£300
£1,000–£1,500
Technistone basic, imports
Plain and speckled
Mid-Range
£300–£450
£1,500–£2,250
CRL Quartz, Compac, Silestone entry
Veined and marble-effect
Premium
£450–£600+
£2,250–£3,000+
Caesarstone, Silestone premium
Complex veined, ultra-realistic
Prices are approximate UK averages as of 2026 based on 20mm thickness, standard 600mm depth, polished finish, pencil round edge and include templating, fabrication and installation. Prices include VAT. Contact Precious Marble for an accurate Bedford-area quote.
What Makes Up the Per-Metre Price
Understanding what is included in the per-metre price helps you compare quotes accurately. Here is the typical cost breakdown for a mid-range quartz worktop at approximately £380 per linear metre installed.
Material cost: ~£180/m (47%). This is the raw quartz slab before any cutting. It varies significantly by brand and colour. A plain white budget quartz might cost £100/m in material while a premium Calacatta marble-effect could cost £350/m or more.
Fabrication: ~£100/m (26%). This covers cutting the slab to template, machining cutouts for sinks and hobs, shaping and polishing the edge profile and test-fitting joints. This is skilled work using expensive CNC machinery.
Templating: ~£30/m (8%). The precision measurement of your kitchen. Some companies charge this as a separate visit fee (£100–£200 flat rate) while others build it into the per-metre price.
Installation: ~£70/m (19%). Delivery, old worktop removal, fitting, joining, silicone sealing and cleanup. This covers the labour of a two or three person team for the fitting visit.
Real Kitchen Cost Examples
To help Bedford homeowners budget accurately here are realistic total costs based on common kitchen sizes and layouts.
Small galley kitchen (3 linear metres). Budget: £600–£900. Mid-range: £900–£1,350. Premium: £1,350–£1,800. Typically two sections with one join.
Average L-shaped kitchen (5 linear metres). Budget: £1,000–£1,500. Mid-range: £1,500–£2,250. Premium: £2,250–£3,000. Usually three or four sections with two or three joins.
Large U-shaped kitchen (7 linear metres). Budget: £1,400–£2,100. Mid-range: £2,100–£3,150. Premium: £3,150–£4,200. Multiple sections with several joins.
Large kitchen with island (9+ linear metres). Budget: £1,800–£2,700. Mid-range: £2,700–£4,050. Premium: £4,050–£5,400+. The island adds significant cost due to its size, support requirements and often a deeper depth.
What Makes the Price Go Up or Down
The per-metre price is a useful guide but your final quote will be adjusted based on specific variables in your project.
Colour and pattern (biggest factor). A plain white or speckled quartz can cost half the per-metre price of a complex veined Calacatta design. Choosing a simpler colour is the single most effective way to reduce your total cost.
Thickness. 30mm quartz costs approximately 40–50% more per metre than 20mm. If the thicker look is purely aesthetic consider a 20mm slab with a built-up edge detail that gives the appearance of 40mm at a fraction of the cost.
Edge profile. A standard pencil round or flat polished edge is usually included in the quoted per-metre price. Decorative edges (ogee, bullnose, chamfered) add £15–£40 per linear metre of edge.
Number of cutouts. Each sink or hob cutout adds £50–£100 to the total. Additional cutouts for pop-up sockets or drainer grooves also add cost.
Worktop depth. Standard 600mm depth is the baseline. Islands at 900mm depth use 50% more material per linear metre which increases the cost proportionally.
Special features. Waterfall ends (where the quartz drops down the side of a cabinet), mitred edges and book-matched veining all require additional fabrication time and material which increases the per-metre rate.
Per Linear Metre vs Per Square Metre
You may encounter quotes expressed in either per linear metre (£/lm) or per square metre (£/m²). Here is how to convert between them so you can compare quotes fairly.
A standard 600mm deep worktop at £380 per linear metre is equivalent to £633 per square metre (£380 ÷ 0.6m = £633). Conversely a quote of £500 per square metre translates to £300 per linear metre at 600mm depth (£500 x 0.6m = £300). Always check whether the quote is per linear metre or per square metre and what depth is assumed.
Quote Comparison Tip
When comparing quotes from different fabricators make sure every quote includes the same items: templating, material, fabrication, installation, cutouts, edge profile and waste removal. A low per-metre price can become expensive once extras are added. At Precious Marble our Bedford quotes are fully inclusive so you can compare with confidence.
How to Get an Accurate Quote
Per-metre pricing gives you a useful ballpark figure but the only way to get an accurate final price is a detailed quote based on your actual kitchen. Here is what you need to provide for the most accurate quote possible.
A rough sketch of your kitchen layout with approximate measurements of each worktop section. It does not need to be precise at this stage. The fabricator will measure accurately during templating.
Your preferred quartz colour or at least a shortlist. This determines the material cost which is the biggest variable in the quote.
Sink and hob details. Whether you want an undermount or drop-in sink and the type of hob affects cutout complexity and cost.
Any special requirements. Breakfast bars, waterfall edges, upstands, splashbacks or drainage grooves. Mention these upfront so the quote reflects the full scope.
Contact our team at Precious Marble in Bedford for a free no-obligation quote. We respond to most enquiries within 24 hours and can provide a ballpark figure over the phone followed by a detailed written quote after a survey visit.
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Knowing the per-metre cost is a great starting point. The next step is getting a quote tailored to your kitchen. Visit our quartz worktops Bedford page to browse colours and request your free personalised quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does quartz worktop cost per linear metre in the UK?
Quartz worktops in the UK typically cost between £200 and £600 per linear metre for supply and installation combined, based on a standard 600mm depth. Budget ranges start around £200 per linear metre while premium brands can reach £600 or more.
Why do quartz worktop quotes vary so much between companies?
Price variation comes from several factors. Different companies use different quartz brands at different price points. Some quotes include templating and installation while others charge these separately. The number of cutouts, edge profiles and joins all affect fabrication costs. Always compare like-for-like quotes.
Is quartz worktop priced per square metre or per linear metre?
Quartz material is sold by the square metre by slab suppliers. However most fabricators quote homeowners per linear metre (based on a standard 600mm depth) because this is easier to understand. If your worktop is deeper than 600mm the per-linear-metre price will be higher to account for the extra material.
What is the cheapest quartz worktop per metre in the UK?
The cheapest quartz worktops start from around £150 to £200 per linear metre for material only in plain colours. Fully installed the entry-level price is typically £200 to £300 per linear metre. For a 5-linear-metre average kitchen that works out to £1,000 to £1,500 at the budget end.
This article is part of our growing Quartz FAQs hub where we answer the most common questions Bedford homeowners ask about quartz worktops. If you cannot find the answer you need feel free to call us on 01234 348590 or email info@preciousmarble.co.uk.
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