Engineered Stone | Stone Benchtops
Engineered stone is a man made material, fabricated from natural quartz and a balance of resins and pigments (generally 93-94% quartz and 6-7% resin & pigments).
Engineered stone delivers the exceptional beauty, strength and durability of quartz and is a far superior product than natural stone and /or other manufactured surfaces.
Further Information:
- CategoryEngineered Stone Benchtops
- RangeStone Benchtops
- BrandO'Brien Group
- Warranty10 years
Benchtops, countertops, splashbacks, floors and wall cladding; in kitchen and bathroom. Not suitable for outdoor use. Minimum 10 year warranty.
- Extremely hard wearing, non-porous, heat, stain, scratch and chip resistant. It is stronger than natural stone and is one of nature’s hardest minerals. Less chance of cracking, consistent color for matching slabs of stone.
- Engineered Stone bench tops are manmade and therefore have much more consistent patterns. Beautiful quartz look.
- Most engineered quartz benchtops will only withstand temperatures of about 150°C. Engineered Stone benches are resistant to moderately high temperatures for a brief time. However prolonged exposure to high heat can cause discolouration or cracking from thermal shock. We therefore recommend hot pots and pans not be placed directly on the benchtop.
We also can cut out shapes and install the sink (bowl) for you. Click here to see our bowl options. Cut-outs can be used for anything including hobs.
A sealer is always applied to the surface of a stone benchtop. A benchtop's shape can be curved and multiple slabs are joined together using clamps to make a tight join that is only visible under very close inspection.
We also make large pieces of furniture such as boardroom table tops and executive desks.
Click here to view how to clean and care for your stone benchtop.
We can make any colour benchtop from the following suppliers:
Installers must ensure that stone benchtops are secured to the kitchen cabinetry and fully sealed with silicon to prevent water running into the cupboards below. Sharp edges are also to be avoided to prevent injury.
If you're looking for a more premium feel, the timelessness and depth of colour in a stone benchtop is unrivalled.
Engineered and Natural Stone bench tops will afford you a kitchen, bathroom or laundry bench that you’ll be truly proud of. Even in a commercial setting they take the look and feel of your space to the next level.
There are 3 types of stone benchtops: Engineered Stone, Natural Stone and Ceramic Stone
If you need some help choosing colours, the type of stone and its styling for your next renovation project, our team will be happy to help. For supreme design, proven durability and complete peace of mind, insist on an O'Brien Group Stone Benchtop. We're here to help.
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Custom & high-quality benchtop solutions that stand the test of time.
The O'Brien Group has six branches and two affiliate partners with over 100 staff nationwide.
Since the company was founded in 1972, it has continuously invested in new machinery and its staff to enhance quality and productivity. Today, O'Brien Group's capability and attention to detail is a testament to that investment. The team produces more than 400 custom benchtops daily and its benchtops can be found in most homes and businesses throughout New Zealand.
Alongside quality and delivery, O'Brien Group is mindful of the trade requirement for hassle-free installation and the client requirement for product longevity.
Tried and True. Tried and true experience in bench top manufacturing.
The O'Brien Group has a long-established pedigree as a bench top manufacturer going back some thirty years. Established and developed by Barry and Helen O'Brien in Mosgiel (Dunedin), the business continued under their ownership. The main manufacturing plant is still in Mosgiel (Dunedin).
The O'Brien Group offers two great advantages: we utilize some of the most advanced machinery within New Zealand for the manufacture of bench tops and have a real depth of experience in the market place with our teams both in our many branches and in the main manufacturing plant. Many of the staff are long serving industry experts who take pride in their workmanship and the local relationships they have.
The company currently has branches in Christchurch, Mosgiel (Dunedin), Wellington, Invercargill, Alexandra, Nelson, Auckland, Timaru and Hamilton
Who We Are. Who we are and what we do.
The O'Brien Group has developed a unique model for organisation and management of their company and business. A core aspect of the company's growth strategy has been the company's decision to invest in new machinery to enhance production capability, quality, and productivity. However, with nationwide coverage in New Zealand, it is uneconomic to duplicate the machinery required in each of its branches.
The solution was to develop a specialised production 'hub' (factory) which manufactures all customer orders prior to transport to one of the O'Brien Group's branches for finishing. The main factory or 'hub' is located in Mosgiel (Dunedin) and the buildings cover approximately one hectare in floor area. Production planning and resource management is all undertaken at the main factory, which also houses personnel undertaking some corporate functions.
The branches have the responsibility of finishing, assembling and delivering the products to customers. This may include tasks such as assembly, addition of components such as bowls and drainers, timber, special features etc.
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