We craft benchtops in natural, silica-free engineered and sintered stone — here's how each family performs, and where it shines.
Granite, marble & quartzite. Quarried from the earth, every slab unique. Warm, characterful and timeless where you want a true statement — with periodic sealing to keep it at its best.
YDL, Stone Ambassador, Lithostone, Lavistone & AC Stone. Crystalline silica-free engineered surfaces — under 1% crystalline silica, so they're safer to fabricate and fully compliant with Australia's 2024 engineered-stone ban. Engineered for consistent colour and everyday durability, non-porous and no sealing required — a great-value choice for statement kitchen benchtops.
Dekton, Techlam, Smartstone & porcelain. Ultra-compact surfaces fired under extreme heat and pressure. Heat, UV, scratch and stain resistant, and low in silica — superb for hard-working kitchens and the only family we'd trust outdoors.
A quick side-by-side to help you weigh looks, durability and upkeep.
| Natural stone | Silica-free engineered | Sintered & porcelain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Look | Unique, one-of-a-kind veining | Consistent marble looks | Marble & concrete looks |
| Heat | Good | Resistant | Hot pans OK |
| UV / outdoor | Varies by stone | Indoor only | UV-stable — indoor & out |
| Scratch | Good (varies) | High | Very high |
| Sealing | Periodic sealing | None — non-porous | None — non-porous |
| Best for | Statement islands | Busy family kitchens | Hard-working & outdoor |
| Price band | $$$ | $ | $$ |
It depends how you use the kitchen. Natural stone (granite, marble, quartzite) gives a one-of-a-kind look but needs sealing. Engineered stone offers consistent marble looks with low maintenance. Sintered stone (Dekton, Techlam) is the toughest — heat, UV and scratch resistant, and the only family we'd put outdoors. We'll help you choose.
Natural stone needs periodic sealing to resist stains. Engineered and sintered surfaces are non-porous and don't require sealing — just everyday cleaning with mild soap and water.
Sintered stone like Dekton is highly scratch and heat resistant, and you can place hot pans straight on it. Engineered stone resists scratches but you should use a trivet for hot cookware. Always use a board for cutting.
Cost depends on the material, slab size, edge profile, thickness and cut-outs. Natural stone and premium sintered surfaces sit at the top end; engineered stone is more accessible. Send us your rough sizes for a clear, itemised quote.
Sintered stone — it's UV-stable so it won't fade in the Queensland sun, and it's unaffected by rain and frost. Ideal for alfresco kitchens and BBQ areas.
Pencil round, aris, bullnose, half bullnose, lambs tongue, shark nose and mitred, with 40–100mm apron build-ups. We'll show you options to suit your look and budget.
20mm suits most modern kitchens and can be mitred to look like a chunky 40mm+ top. 40mm gives a solid, substantial feel. Porcelain also comes in 12mm for splashbacks and slim profiles.
Tell us how you cook, entertain and build — we'll match you to the material that fits, and quote it clearly.