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).

Features

• 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.

Scope of use

Benchtops, countertops, splashbacks, floors and wall cladding; in kitchen and bathroom. Not suitable for outdoor use. Minimum 10 year warranty.

Cut Shapes & Bowl Installation

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:

• Caesar Stone
• Prime Panels
• CDK Stone

Installation

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.

Stone Benchtops

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.