Sealing and care
Natural stone can be porous. Depending on the stone and its treatment, it may need sealing from time to time. We explain the care for your chosen slab.
Granite & quartzite
Granite and quartzite worktops.
Natural stone with real depth and movement, quarried rather than made, so no two kitchens look the same.
Granite & quartzite
A worktop no one else will have.
Granite and quartzite are natural stones, cut from quarries rather than manufactured. Each slab has its own pattern of crystals and veins, so your worktop is genuinely one of a kind.
Both are hard, dense stones that handle heat well. Quartzite in particular often looks like marble but is far harder, which makes it a popular choice for people who love veining but cook a lot.
We offer Sensa by Cosentino, a natural stone range treated with a protective finish that helps resist stains, alongside other natural stones chosen with you.
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Why people choose natural stone
Character that improves with age.
- 01Every slab is uniqueNatural veining and crystal patterns mean no two worktops are the same.
- 02Handles heatGranite and quartzite are dense natural stones that cope well with heat from cooking.
- 03Hard-wearingBoth are hard stones that stand up to daily use for decades.
- 04Choose your slabBecause slabs vary, we help you choose the slab and plan where the veining falls.
Natural stone options
Granite, quartzite and Sensa.
Granite
A hard, dense stone with a speckled or flowing pattern, available in many colours.
Quartzite
A very hard natural stone that often has marble-like veining.
Sensa by Cosentino
Natural granite and quartzite treated with a protective finish to help resist stains.
Good to know
Worth checking before you decide.
See the actual slab
Samples show the type of stone, but each slab differs. We recommend seeing the slab, or photos of it, before cutting.
Not all "quartzite" is equal
Some stones sold as quartzite are softer than true quartzite. We help you check before you choose.
Questions
Granite & quartzite: common questions.
Something not covered here? Ask the studio and we will help.
Is granite or quartzite better for a kitchen?
Both are hard, heat-tolerant natural stones. Granite comes in a wide range of colours and patterns; quartzite often looks like marble but is much harder. The choice usually comes down to the look you prefer.
Do granite worktops need sealing?
Many natural stones benefit from sealing to reduce staining. Sensa stone is treated with a protective finish. We give you care advice for the stone you choose.
Is quartzite the same as quartz?
No. Quartzite is a natural stone cut from a quarry. Quartz worktops are engineered from crushed mineral and resin.
Can I choose my own slab?
Yes. Because each slab is different, we help you choose and plan where the veining will fall on your worktops.
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Choose your natural stone.
Visit the Ruislip showroom to compare natural stone samples, or book a design consultation.