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  As expert stone workers, we’re obviously biased in favour of our favourite material. However, even to us it’s clear that although stone is fantastically varied, resilient and durable, it’s not the right material for every job. It’s also true that there are cheaper options available. So with all that in mind, how can you tell if stone is the right choice for you?   How much more expensive is stone really? Per meter, natural stone is one of the most expensive worktop materials. However, it’s comparable to high quality […]

A modern processed stone, Arena Stone is made primarily from natural quartz. It uses the natural variation of quartz to create a beautiful stone which has the strength and durability of quartz and is also food safe and hygienic. These properties make Arena Stone worktops a natural choice, and these have become popular throughout Britain in recent years. Engineered stones, like Arena Stone, are often confined to the kitchen but there is no good reason why these stones should not be used throughout the house. If you’re considering replacing bathroom […]

How are quartz worktops made? If you’re thinking of investing in a quartz worktop, you may well be wondering how they’re made. Quartz is a natural stone, but there are a few more steps between quarrying and installation than with stones like marble and granite. Below you’ll find an outline of the process our quartz worktops go through before they arrive in your home as part of your dream kitchen. How quartz worktop slabs are manufactured The exact details of how slabs of quartz are created contains proprietary information that […]