Thinking of Upgrading to Granite Kitchen Worktops?
If you are planning to upgrade your Surrey kitchen with granite worktops, you have the benefit of having a locally-based Stone Fabricator. Based in Charlwood, Affordable Granite have been providing an outstanding supply and installation service of the best quality granite worktops since 2003.
We have also been providing other solid stone worktops and ceramic and sintered stones for many years too. The major advantage of dealing directly with a local granite fabricator is that you can see your actual slabs of granite before they are fabricated.
Granite is an  incredibly hard-wearing stone  and its natural beauty and variation bring a sense of luxury and permanence to any space. Its unique patterns ensure that no two blocks are exactly alike, allowing for a genuinely original and distinctive kitchen installation.
When redesigning, you may wish to consider an island unit. A kitchen island serves as a visual and functional centrepiece of the kitchen. With a granite surface, it becomes not only a striking focal point but also an incredibly durable work platform.
A kitchen island requires at least 800mm of space all round so for some kitchens a peninsula may work as a better design option to an island. A peninsula run comes out from the wall or other run of units and is usually joined to another worktop in the kitchen and can be useful to zone the kitchen from the dining area of an open-plan living space. As with islands, peninsulas can be designed with an overhang to create a breakfast bar or dropped level seating area.
Granite is very scratch-resistant, and although some natural granites have a degree of natural porosity, when sealed correctly the surface will be easy to maintain.
This makes it ideal for everyday culinary tasks and multi-use activities in a busy kitchen. The light-reflecting finish of a polished stone enhances the colour of the granite elevating the visual appeal.
Lighter granites generally need more sealing but the Sensa brand offers a 15 year guarantee against staining so stones like Sensa Colonial White are an exceedingly popular choice, offering natural beauty as well as longevity.
Some granite slabs are also available in more matte finishes like Satinato or Leathered which enhance the natural variations of mineral veins within the stone and add texture to the design scheme. Colours that work particularly well in Satinato finishes are colours with veins, like Cosmic Black Satinato granite. The brushing and acid used to create the Satinato effect react differently with the different minerals creating waves of texture within the stone to give a stunning, incredibly tactile but also durable surface. Also popular in the Leathered  finish is our stock Steel Grey granite which has a more granular structure. This stone has been popular for a more modern finish where high- reflection is not desired and also a frequent choice for a more industrial look for out-door kitchens.
The choice of granite for your new kitchen is huge. Whether opting for dramatic dark tones like Black Galaxy or softer hues like Ivory Fantasy, granite kitchen worktops complement a wide range of cabinetry, flooring, and splash-back options. It harmonises beautifully with any interior design style and we have seen a resurgence in customers opting for the beauty of natural granite worktops.  Affordable Granite only sources stone from trusted wholesalers, and diligent control is carried out at every stage of the journey from quarry to kitchen.
All work is completed by the in-house team of skilled craftsmen, ensuring your granite kitchen in Surrey will add value to your home and prove to be a long-term investment. For more information call our team today on 01293 863992 or use the Contact Form to get in touch.
