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Guide

Choose your kitchen countertop

An interactive guide to find the material that best fits your lifestyle.

Advisor

Countertop Advisor

Answer a few questions and we’ll propose real materials from our catalogue, with honest pros and cons. Pick the ones you like and request a free study — no commitment.

Marble. A compact metamorphic rock from limestone; over 90% calcium carbonate, it reaches a high natural shine when polished.

Granite. A light-coloured intrusive igneous rock made of quartz, feldspar and mica.

Quartzite. A hard metamorphic rock with very high quartz content (often over 90%).

Porcelain. Made of clay and selected minerals, pressed and fired at high temperature; very resistant to impacts, scratches, stains and abrasion.

Micro-marble. An engineered material of resins and marble particles, water-resistant and seal-free.

Comparator

Interactive material comparator

Pick what matters most to you and see how the most popular materials compare.

In depth

Detailed analysis by material

Design

Design and finishes

Care

Care and maintenance

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Daily cleaning

Use a soft cloth with water and neutral soap. Wipe spills immediately and dry the surface.

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Damage prevention

Always use cutting boards. Avoid hitting the edges and use trivets for very hot items.

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Products to avoid

No abrasive cleaners, metal scourers, bleach or ammonia that could damage the finish.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Which worktop is best: porcelain, quartz, granite or quartzite?
There is no absolute "best": it depends on your use. Porcelain is the most all-round option, with top scratch and heat resistance and no maintenance. Quartz offers very uniform colours and low maintenance, but it is not for outdoors or for resting very hot pans. Granite and quartzite are very hard natural stones, suitable outdoors, in exchange for periodic sealing. Our advisor suggests the ones that fit your case.
Does quartz withstand the heat of a hot pot or pan?
With care. Quartz handles everyday use well, but it is sensitive to thermal shock: resting a pot or pan straight off the heat can leave a mark, so always use a trivet. If you cook a lot and want to place hot items directly, porcelain, granite or quartzite cope better with heat.
Do granite and quartzite stain? Do they need sealing?
They are slightly porous natural stones, so periodic sealing is advisable to repel liquids and grease; well sealed, daily use is straightforward. If you prefer zero maintenance, porcelain needs no sealing.
Which material needs the least maintenance?
Porcelain: it is non-porous, needs no sealing and cleans with water and mild soap. Quartz also asks for little. Granite and quartzite need periodic sealing, and marble is the most delicate of all.
Can I install the worktop outdoors or in a terrace kitchen?
Yes, but only with weatherproof materials: porcelain, granite or quartzite, which resist the sun without losing colour. Quartz is not recommended outdoors because ultraviolet light can fade it.
Can I have a marble worktop in the kitchen?
Marble is beautiful but delicate: it is soft, porous and sensitive to acids such as lemon or vinegar, so in a busy kitchen it scratches and stains easily. We reserve it for bathrooms or low-traffic areas; for a tough marble look in the kitchen we suggest veined porcelain or quartzite.
What makes a worktop more expensive?
Mainly the chosen material and a few fabrication details: thickness (20 mm porcelain costs more than 12 mm), finish (polished/gloss and textured cost more than matt or silk), a thick edge, island or peninsula overhangs that need reinforcement, and matching sides or cladding.
Do you have a closed worktop price?
Each worktop is made to measure, so the price depends on the material, the measurements and the finishes. That is why the advisor shows no closed prices, only a range guide among the options shown; we firm it up in a no-obligation study from your measurements or plans.
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