Quartzite Worktops
Luxury Natural Stone for Kitchens
Luxury quartzite worktops fabricated and installed across Essex & London. Natural stone with exceptional strength, unique veining and premium finishes.
- ✔ Extremely durable & heat resistant
- ✔ Unique natural veining
- ✔ Ideal for kitchens & feature surfaces
Natural Stone Quartzite Worktops
Quartzite worktops are a premium natural stone choice, known for their strength, durability and striking appearance.
With high quartz content, quartzite offers the hardness of granite with the elegant veining often associated with marble.
View recent quartzite installations or explore a wide range of natural stone colour options.
Benefits of Quartzite Worktops
The highly polished surface of this tough exotic countertop surface allows colours deep within the stone to shine through to the top, providing a depth that no other stone worktop can match.
Natural quartzite worktops are durable stone kitchen worktop surfaces, widely used in UK kitchens for their strength, heat resistance and natural variation.
- Heat resistant: Suitable for hot cookware
- UV resistant: Ideal for kitchens with lots of natural light
- Natural beauty: Unique veining and colour variation
- Large slab sizes: Fewer joins in most kitchens
100% Natural Quartzite
Apart from being unique in its appearances, 100% natural quartzite is the toughest stone available for countertops and many popular products around the home, kitchen or workplace.
The hardness of a stone material is attributed to the minerals and according to the mineral availability in the place it is formed. These minerals also contribute to quartzites pastel tones
How Does a Quartzite Slab Size Benefit you?
Although it is a more expensive stone material compared to other natural stone worktop options, the size of the slabs are extremely large by comparsion to engineered surfaces such as man-made-quartz. With slabs sizes being approximately 2 metres x 3 metres, most average sized kitchens can be cut from a single slab, saving in cost on an already higher than average costing material.
Quartzite Worktop Installation & Reviews
Quartzite worktops are templated, cut and finished in-house before installation. Due to their weight, professional installation is essential to ensure correct support, alignment and long-term durability.
Every quartzite worktop installation is unique, offering a grand and timeless appearance regardless of design or colour choice.
From Taj Mahal quartzite — often chosen for white kitchens — to vivid, striking colours with bold veining, quartzite makes a statement in any neutral space. Quartzite can withstand all UK weather conditions making it ideal for uses both internally and externally.
Project: Qartzite Kitchen Worktops – ‘Bianco Eclipse Quartzite’
5 star rating
From start to finish, Mgm Worktops was friendly, patient, and incredibly helpful in finding the perfect quartzite slab. Installation was smooth and professional, and the final result looks stunning.
Visit our testimonial / reviews page with installation images from quartzite worktops in Hertfordshire and a selection of quartzite worktops in Essex. Every bespoke natural quartzite surface is carefully measured and fabricated for best results, delivering flush, clean joins and a smooth surface finish.
Quartzite Worktop Colours
Vibrant, vivid colours and contrasting veins of a resilient worktop surface makes a statement in any kitchen design.
Quartzite offers a wide range of colours, from soft neutrals to bold, dramatic veining. Each slab is unique, making every worktop one of a kind.
Note: Quartzite is a natural material. Colours and patterns may vary between slabs.
Stocks & Demand
Mgm Worktops Ltd stocks several natural quartzite countertop surfaces in our yard and supply a large range of luxury colours from almost every natural stone supplier. Quartzite has shown a substantial rise in popularity over the past few years and continues to be of high demand. Cost differences between each design depend on several factors such as exotic colours, striking veins, opacity, rarity and demand.
Batch Differences
Being a natural stone type, the choices are wide because the appearances of for example 'Cristalos Imperiale' can differ substantially from one slab to another. Stone slabs will vary in colour and design, and by batch. Batches are cut from the source rock in blocks. this means, that a slab from one block is more than likely to differ to a slab from aother block.
Is Quartzite the Right Choice for Your Kitchen?
Quartzite is a premium natural stone that combines the elegance of marble with the strength of granite, making it an ideal choice for high-end kitchen worktops.
Formed under intense heat and pressure, quartzite is incredibly dense, highly durable and naturally resistant to heat — perfect for homeowners who want both performance and standout design.
Where Quartzite Works Best
Thanks to its exceptional strength and natural quartz content, quartzite is particularly well suited to premium interior applications where both durability and visual impact are important.
Quartzite is ideal for:
- Best for: Luxury kitchens, feature islands and statement worktops
- Great if: You want natural stone with marble-like beauty but greater durability
- Consider alternatives if: You prefer a completely maintenance-free surface (quartz may be more suitable)
✔ Natural stone with luxury appearance
✔ Harder than granite
✔ Excellent heat resistance
✔ Unique, one-of-a-kind slabs
✔ Ideal for high-end kitchens and feature surfaces
Internal Quartzite Applications
Quartzite is most commonly used for kitchen worktops, islands and splashbacks, where its natural veining can become a standout design feature.
Its durability makes it suitable for everyday use, while its refined appearance allows it to work equally well in both contemporary and classic interiors.
Although incredibly strong, quartzite is still a natural material and benefits from periodic sealing to maintain its resistance to staining.
Backlighting Quartzite
Backlit quartzite creates a stunning visual effect, illuminating natural patterns and depth within the stone.
A desired modern design aspect to this beautiful stone is LED backlighting. Exotic stone countertops' surfaces such as onyx and quartzite can be illuminated in a multitude of ways using LED lighting. Edge lit or fully illuminating the vibrant worktop surface from the underside, bringing out deeper colours within the stone and increasing contrast.
Natural quartzites high content of crystalline quartz allows light to shine through the solid stone material. Quartz crystals are clear or opaque in there purest forms and a true quartzite must consist of at least 90% crystalline quartz. The light that shines through gets diffused as it reflects through the crystals, making backlighting relatively easy to achieve with light emitting diodes (LED's).
Quartzite Worktop Care & Maintenance
Quartzite is naturally durable, but like all natural stones, sealing helps maintain resistance to moisture and staining.
- Seal once or twice per year
- Use chopping boards to prevent wear
- Clean with warm soapy water
- Avoid harsh chemicals
Sealing Quartzite Surfaces
As quartzite is 100% natural, it is porous if left untreated, especially in areas of fissures and veins. Water resistances are maintained by sealing the surface, which also helps keep the highly polished surface of sealed quartzite shiny and bacteria resistant. Sealing is recommended once or twice yearly and is a relatively simple process.
Heat Resistance
Naturally, a quartzite countertop is a great conductor of heat, resisting high temperatures makes it a good choice for many applications. High heat resistance make it suitable for products such as fireplace hearths and surrounds.
Simple Maintenance Methods
The simplest maintenance methods for your luxury stone surface is to use trivets for hot pans, chopping boards for cutting, and wipe away spillages with warm soapy water. Avoidance of chemicals is advised, mainly to ensure that the sealed surface remains viable for the longevity of worktops, tough dirt and limescale build-up can be removed from the surface using lemon juice or vinegar.
Quartzite Worktop FAQ's
Answers to common questions about quartzite worktops, including durability, maintenance and suitability for your kitchen.
What is quartzite?
Quartzite is a natural stone formed from sandstone under intense heat and pressure. It is extremely hard, durable and made up largely of quartz crystals, giving it both strength and a distinctive, elegant appearance.
Is quartzite better than granite?
Quartzite is generally harder than granite and offers a more marble-like appearance. Both materials are highly durable, but quartzite is often chosen for its luxury aesthetic, while granite is typically more consistent and slightly easier to maintain.
Is quartzite suitable for kitchen worktops?
Yes, quartzite is an excellent choice for kitchen worktops. It is highly resistant to heat, scratches and everyday wear, making it ideal for busy kitchens while also providing a premium, natural finish.
Does quartzite require sealing?
Yes, like most natural stone surfaces, quartzite should be sealed to maintain its resistance to stains and moisture. Sealing is typically required once or twice a year and helps preserve its appearance.
Can quartzite handle heat?
Quartzite is naturally heat resistant and can tolerate hot cookware better than many engineered surfaces. However, using trivets or heat protection is still recommended to protect the seal and finish.
Is quartzite better than quartz?
Quartzite is a natural stone, while quartz is engineered. Quartzite offers greater heat resistance and unique natural patterns, whereas quartz provides a more uniform look and requires less maintenance.
Are quartzite worktops expensive?
Quartzite is considered a premium material, often priced higher than granite and quartz. Costs vary depending on colour, rarity and slab size, with exotic designs typically commanding higher prices.rication requirements.
Do you supply quartzite worktops in Essex, Hertfordshire and London?
Yes, we supply, template and install quartzite worktops across Essex, Hertfordshire and London, with full in-house fabrication and fitting.
How do you clean quartzite worktops?
Quartzite worktops can be cleaned with warm soapy water and a soft cloth. Avoid harsh chemicals, and wipe spills promptly to maintain the sealed surface.
Informative Articles & Resources
Informative Countertop articles with the intent on bringing a knowledge to your stone worktop decision. We hope that our articles help with guidance and essential information on whether quartzite worktops are your preffered choice. An understanding of surface differences is invaluable when choosing a worktop surface.
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