When it comes to home renovation projects, sometimes it can be more cost effective to do it yourself, however some jobs are best left to the professionals. However, if you think they are small enough or that you have the knowledge to do it yourself, then it could work out much better for you.

Before you decide or attempt to install your Granite worktops, here are some thing that you need to know beforehand.

Alternatively, if you are seeking advice for getting Granite worktops installed by a professional, some of these tips are also beneficial to you.

Seek Professional Advice

If you want to install your Granite worktops yourself, then you need to firstly seek some professional advice from someone who knows what they are doing. Even better if they can be there at the time of installation to oversee it to ensure that it goes smoothly.

Don’t Be Tempted by Low Prices

When you are purchasing absolutely anything, then it is always great to hear that it is going to be cheap; especially when it is an expensive project like home renovations. Anyone or anything that is able to save you a lot of money is going to be valuable, but you need to think twice before purchasing anything that appears to be lower than it necessarily should be.

If a company is able to sell you a Granite worktop to you below the price of other companies, then you need to be questioning why they are that cheap to begin with. For example, they may not have the correct insurance or be able to provide you with cut-outs which you will need.

Carefully Choose Your Supplier

When you look at a list of the best suppliers around your area, a good thing to look out for is a company who does not hire out to any subcontractors for any part of the job. This is a huge bonus for all homeowners as the company are then able to oversee the entire project and ensure that everything is how you would like it to be.

Having no subcontractors also can help to speed up the process overall too, to make sure that you get your new Granite worktop quickly and efficiently.

View More Than a Sample

When you are purchasing Granite for a worktop, you need to sometimes see more than just a sample. Granite is a natural stone which varies in colour, pattern and markings throughout which means that the sample you see will be very different to the bigger slab that you are going to be purchasing. It will offer an idea as to what it will look like but not the whole picture.

Small Worktop? Ask for Cut Offs

If you are looking to purchase a small Granite worktop, then you should ask around some local companies to see if they have any leftover Granite remnant from other projects they have worked on. This will then save you lots of money as well as helping them by taking it off of their hands.

Sealant

If you choose that you would prefer a company to install your Granite worktop for you, then you should consider whether you want them to do the sealing at the time of installation or not. Whichever you choose, you need to account this into the overall costs.

Consider Getting a Professional!

Of course, when installing anything yourself you need to know what you are doing or know someone who does. But whichever you decide, you cannot do this job by yourself and regardless you will need at least one other person by your side to assist.

If you do not have another person to help you, you will risk damaging the worktop itself as well as surrounding objects or furniture. Certain precautions need to be taken, therefore you need to ensure these are carried out.

 

Our absolutely stunning Lunastone slabs come in a range of colours and styles to suit many personalities. Whatever you are looking for, you are sure to find the perfect fit for you and your home in our selection.
Here at Y & S Marble, we are suppliers of the highest quality Lunastone kitchen worktops for both residential and commercial properties. When you come to us to supply and fit your Lunastone worktops for your kitchen, then we will aim to have your worktop installed within just ONE week from placing your order. We will also install your kitchen worktop at no extra cost to you. By coming to us, we will make your dream kitchen become a reality far more achievable.

To help you on your way with choosing your perfect colour and style, we have compiled a list of 5 of our most beautiful Lunastone colours that would look perfect within any kitchen.

Bianco Luminoso

This particular shade is one of our grey colours. The main base colour is a light grey with darker shades of grey throughout. The darker greys resemble the appearance of glass or glitter pieces to add a bit of shimmer to your home.
As with most of our colours and patterns of worktops, Bianco Luminoso will match perfectly with almost any other colour out there. So you will never have to worry about redecorating in the future to match your worktop. Your existing accessories and colour theme will be sure to match perfectly.

Caramello

Caramello is one of our brown shades of Lunastone worktops. Its base colour is a medium shade brown with darker browns and silver pieces of glass throughout to create such a stunning pattern.

Galassia

Galassia is one of our many black shades and offers a hint of elegance and luxury. Its block colour black has been layered with speckles of dark grey and brown throughout. This is the perfect worktop for those who want a beautiful pattern without any shimmer or shine that comes with the pieces of glass in a lot of our other worktops.
Once again, this will pair up perfectly with many other colours out there and will match beautifully with your existing kitchen design.

Grigio Natura

 

Grigio Natura is another one within our grey range of Lunastone worktops. It has a medium grey base colour that has been topped with large pieces of glass that gives off the appearance of shattered glass and glitter, so a hint of elegance. If you are looking for a bit of shine to your kitchen, then you have found the perfect colour.

Nero Metallo

Our Nero Metallo worktop is another one of our black shades, which is one of the most popular colours for kitchen worktops as it is so versatile. The flexibility of black is what gives it so much appeal with our customers. The black base has been topped with large pieces of white and light grey glass which gives it texture.

 

You are most probably reading this because you are either in the process of choosing between Quartz Stone and an alternative, or you have already decided but you are now trying to choose a type of Quartz. For whatever reason, Silestone Quartz is on your list.
Silestone can offer such a beautiful look to any home, especially within the kitchen for worktops as well as a range of advantages however it does have its downfalls as well.
Is Silestone all that it is cracked up to be? Read on to find out and discover whether it is for you and your kitchen.

Pros of Silestone

When it comes to choosing out the material for your kitchen worktop you need to be sure that you will be able to find the perfect colour and style that you are looking for and this can often be the deciding factor, because after all the appearance of your kitchen worktop is one of the main priorities. Silestone is great for having a huge range and selection of colours to choose from which guarantees you to find the perfect one for you.
Silestone is perfect for anyone who wants the look of Granite as it has been designed to have the look of Granite, which can only be a good thing. Granite is such a beautiful looking stone that you can achieve without the price tag attached.

If you are looking for a kitchen worktop that will last for many years to come without worrying about replacing it any time soon, the Silestone is the stone for you. Silestone Quartz can last for many years to come as long as you maintain and care for it properly.
If you do not have a huge budget for your kitchen worktop the Silestone is further the perfect choice for you as it is very affordable. However, while the price of a worktop can be a game changer for many customers it may not be necessarily something that dictates what you can buy as long as it has other benefits to make the investment worthwhile.
Lastly, Silestone is brilliant for the upkeep and perfect to keep clean. To clean your worktop, you will never have to do anything special other than use soap and water, which will keep everything looking sparkly and gleaming every day.

Cons of Silestone

While Silestone is great for offering a big range of colours to choose from, it does lack in the finishing department. Silestone is not known for being particularly great in offering a huge range of finishes and edging, so if this is something that is important to you and the style you are after, then Silestone may not be the stone for you after all. It is best to have a look at what finishes and edging are available before you go any further in the decision making process if this is important to the style you are after.

While Silestone has a large percentage of Quartz, it has one of the lowest percentages in all of the types of Quartz available. Silestone has been man made to have just 90% Quartz, which may be a decision maker for some people.
In terms of warranties, most types of Quartz kitchen worktops tend to have lifetime warranties given with the purchase. However, with Silestone you will usually only get around 10 years warranty to cover you, which may not be the type of warranty you are after. Many customers like to have a lengthy warranty just in case, which you certainly do not have with Silestone with every supplier.

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