Dekton vs Silestone, Dekton vs Caesarstone – What’s the difference?

15 August, 2016

Cedric Mattock

Owner & Managing Director

When choosing a premium surface for your kitchen or bathroom, the sheer variety of brand names and material types can feel overwhelming. Caesarstone, Silestone, Okite, and Dekton are four of the most popular surface brands available today, but they are not all made from the same material or designed for the same performance needs.

To make an informed choice, it helps to understand that these brands fall into two main categories: Engineered Quartz and Ultra-Compact / Sintered Stone.

At a Glance: Brand Comparison Table

5 advantages of quartz worktops

1. The stone is uniform from slab to slab – no matching problems
2. Vast choice of colours, patterns, textures and styles
3. Protective additives integrated in the stone
4. Super tough countertop material – very hard to scratch, chip or damage
5. Quartz countertops are more affordable than many natural stones

Caesarstone

• Over 30 shades available
• Looks as good as new year after year
• Tough and easy to clean

Non-porous and stain resistant, heat resistant and scratch proof, Caesarstone has been designed with busy kitchens in mind. It’s fully sealed so bacteria and dirt have nowhere to hide. Liquids and spills stay on the surface of the stone, preventing stains and making it easy to clean. A gentle cleaner – even washing up liquid – and a soft cloth are all you need. 

Silestone

• 80+ shades and textures
• From natural pebble shades to bright, primary colours
• 25 year warranty for the stone

Pushing back the boundaries of quartz worktop technology, the makers of Silestone use tiny amounts of resin to create astonishing effects. Silestone is at least 93% pure quartz, yet it comes in an astonishing range of colours – including pillarbox red and egg yolk yellow, as well as more natural stone shades. Various textures are available, too, giving you the choice you need.

Dekton

• Can withstand cold and high temperatures
• Ideal for use indoors and outdoors
• Veined or marbled finish available

The manufacturing process for Dekton worktops and Dekton countertops mimics the natural formation of marble and granite. This engineered stone is subject to extreme heat and pressure, changing the formation of the rock. In the natural world, this process can take hundreds of thousands of years but Dekton is ready in just a few hours. It comes out super-tough and ready to withstand anything.

Okite

• Best for: Authentic Italian craftsmanship and rich quartz patterns.
• Key Features: High-density quartz composition, stain resistant, and low maintenance.

Designed and manufactured in Italy, Okite combines natural quartz minerals with high-performance resins to create surfaces five times stronger than natural granite. Okite worktops do not require sealing, are highly resistant to food acids and oils, and offer a refined aesthetic suited to both traditional and contemporary interiors.

Cedric Mattock

Owner & Managing Director

Cedric began working within the stone industry in 1987 as a trainee surveyor and contracts manager. He gained further experience over 13 years working on prestigious projects in all aspects of the manufacture and installation of marble, granite, and limestone projects.

Cedric Incorporated Surrey Marble and Granite (SMG) in August 2000 and has developed the company over the last 26 years into an established and respected specialist manufacturer and supplier of all types of natural and man-made stone products.