Granite worktop seals - is this acceptable?
Will Hodge
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Granite worktops all round, or a mix of granite and laminate?
Comments (10)Hello haylescakes, I think it just need a bit of care.. I would definitely not mix it.. Granite, like Marble or any other luxury stone, even woods do need some attention.. I have bamboo and that too requires a bit of effort.... Wiping down and a regular re oil.. However I think it is really really worth it. Also it does last and would definitely look all the better for the little bit of effort.. I also made several chopping boards with off cuts!! Gr8 way to use up the material and useful too! For colours I would look to finding something lighter than black.. I think you could really go for something amazing... Firstly though think of the colours in the kitchen... If it's a blank canvas, so to speak and any colour would work... Ie you have white worktops... Then really go for something striking... I have just found a few colours from a company online that are quite interesting..I'd say do some research into pricing and ask for samples.. Or visit a showroom to get an idea... Get as many samples as you need before deciding.. I think the more natural looking as possible... Some of them can look manufactured.. You could also add a small splash back panel.. Narrow is quite tasteful, the have a really chalky matt paint on the walls and matt paint for the cupboards..... Lastly think of finish.. squared off edges are in my eyes more tasteful.. but you can look at that and decide what you like the look of :)) Cosmic black... Siena BordeauxVerde MarinaceKinawa...See MoreIssues with my Granite Worktop
Comments (1)Hi Craig, Sorry you've had this problem how frustrating. It's not right we definitely wouldn't accept this. Granted there are times when cut can create a weak spot and they should warn/advise you of this but the different thicknesses are not acceptable. Even if the walls were out there would just be more resin/caulk filler behind the joint. The splash back isnt right either it should all be flush against the sides. It's deflating when you've been looking forward to it being finished and to have to make a call now to get it sorted is time consuming and frustrating. Good luck and hope you can get it sorted All the best Jason...See MoreIs this granite worktop mismatch acceptable?
Comments (16)The thing with any natural material is that no 2 pieces are the same and some variance must be accepted . Although I wouldnt be 100% happy with that i would ask the fabricator to see if thay have something that matches better. but if they dont you have got to accept it. I more often point my clients towards Quartz because of the consistency in colour. What does it look like when you stand further back ?...See MoreHow to choose a kitchen worktop: manmade or natural stone?
Comments (16)@NG sintered stone is like a porcelain and so the edge and the sink cut out will be plain and polished. In the same way any drainer grooves will be plain plus most sintered stone is so thin that the drainer grooves probably aren’t very deep or very effective. Speak to your kitchen designer to find the best option: Over mounted sink with drainer Flush fit sink with drainer Under mounted sink with drainer. Multi level sink with accessories that act as a drainer. Sink and drainer manufactured in the worktop material...See MoreWill Hodge
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