Quartz worktop prices in London vary a lot, and two quotes for the "same" kitchen can be hundreds of pounds apart. That is rarely because one company is cheaper. It is usually because the quotes are not like for like. This guide explains what actually drives the price, so you can compare quotes properly and know where your money goes.
As a guide, a small, simple quartz kitchen starts from around £1,000 fitted. Larger kitchens, islands and premium Calacatta stones cost more. For a figure based on your own kitchen, our instant estimate takes about 30 seconds.
1. The stone you choose
Quartz is priced in bands. Plain whites, mirrors and sparkles sit at the lower end. Classic veined whites such as Alaska and Calacatta Storm sit in the middle. Bold, realistic marble looks with heavy gold or dark veining, such as Calacatta Oro and Golden Thunder, sit at the top, because they are harder to manufacture and the slabs cost more.
The difference between a plain white and a premium Calacatta on the same kitchen can easily be several hundred pounds, so it is worth shortlisting a few stones across bands before deciding.
2. How many slabs your kitchen needs
Quartz is bought by the slab, not by the metre. A standard slab is 3200 x 1600mm. A straight run or small L-shape often fits on one slab, while a U-shape, a galley or a kitchen with an island usually needs two or three.
This is why a kitchen that is only slightly bigger can cost noticeably more: crossing into an extra slab adds the full cost of that slab. A good fabricator will plan the cutting layout to keep waste, and slabs, to a minimum.
3. Islands and waterfall ends
An island adds stone and fitting time. A waterfall end, where the worktop turns down to the floor, adds more: it uses extra stone, needs a precise mitred joint and takes longer to fabricate and fit. Two waterfall ends cost more again. Read our waterfall island guide for more on how they are made.
4. Splashbacks and upstands
Upstands, the short strip of stone along the back of the worktop, are inexpensive and we include them free on every quote. A full-height splashback behind the hob, or across a whole wall, uses far more stone and adds to the cost. See our splashbacks and upstands guide.
5. Thickness: 20mm or 30mm
30mm quartz costs more than 20mm because there is more material in every slab. Most London kitchens we fit are 20mm, which gives a sleek, modern edge. Our 20mm vs 30mm guide explains when the extra thickness is worth it.
6. Cut-outs, edges and extras
Every quote should list exactly what is included. Things that can change the price include undermount sink cut-outs, drainer grooves, hob cut-outs, edge profiles, and any extra pieces such as windowsills. We include templating, fabrication, delivery, fitting, upstands and an undermount sink cut-out as standard, and we fix the price once your template is signed off, so there are no extras on the day.
Where you can save without it showing
If budget matters, there are smart ways to bring the cost down without the kitchen looking cheaper. Use a premium veined quartz on the island, where it is seen most, and a calmer, lower-band quartz on the back runs. Choose upstands rather than a full-height splashback, and paint or tile the wall above. Keep to 20mm rather than 30mm. And plan your layout so the runs fit neatly onto as few slabs as possible: sometimes moving a join or trimming an overhang saves a whole slab.
We are always happy to suggest alternatives when we quote. Often a stone one band lower gives a very similar look, and we will tell you honestly when it does.
Why cheaper quotes are not always cheaper
A low headline price can hide costs that appear later: templating charged separately, sink cut-outs as extras, delivery or fitting priced on the day, VAT added at the end, or a thinner or lower-grade slab than you asked for. Ask every company for an itemised quote and check it line by line. Our quotes are fixed once your template is signed off, and list everything that is included, so the number you see is the number you pay.
What a typical quote includes from us
- The stone, cut from full 3200 x 1600mm slabs
- Digital templating in your home
- Cutting, edging and polishing in our Wembley workshop
- Delivery and fitting by our own team
- Upstands, included free
- An undermount sink cut-out
- Our price match promise and a 15 year guarantee on fabrication and installation
How to compare quotes like for like
When you compare quotes, check that each one is for the same slab (brand, colour and finish), the same thickness, the same edge, the same cut-outs and the same splashbacks, and that templating, delivery and fitting are included. Check whether VAT is included too. Damas Stone is not VAT registered, so there is no VAT to add to our prices.
If you find a lower like for like written quote from another fabricator with its own workshop, our price match promise means we will match it.
In short
- Quartz is bought by the slab, so the number of slabs matters more than the exact metres.
- The stone band (plain, classic veined or premium Calacatta) is the biggest single factor.
- Islands, waterfall ends and full-height splashbacks add the most on top.
- Always compare quotes like for like, and check what is included.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest quartz worktop?
Plain whites, mirrors and sparkles such as Super White or Black Mirror are usually the most affordable quartz, because they are simpler to manufacture.
Is quartz more expensive than granite?
It depends on the stone. Entry-level quartz is often cheaper than granite, while premium Calacatta quartz can cost more. Natural stone prices vary more from slab to slab.
Do your prices include VAT?
Damas Stone is not VAT registered, so there is no VAT to add. The price on your quote is the price you pay.
How quickly can I get a quote?
Use our instant estimate for a guide in seconds, then we send a fixed, itemised quote within 24 hours.