How Much Do Quartz Worktops Cost?

Cost is one of the first questions most people ask when they start looking at quartz worktops, and it’s a fair one — quartz pricing can look confusing from the outside, with quotes for what seems like a similar kitchen varying by hundreds or even thousands of pounds. This guide explains what genuinely affects the price of a quartz worktop, why there’s no reliable one-size-fits-all figure, and how to make sure you’re comparing quotes fairly.

We haven’t published a fixed headline price here, because quartz pricing depends on far too many variables — the collection you choose, the size and layout of your kitchen, and the specific features you want — to give one honest figure that applies to everyone. What we can do is explain the real factors that drive cost, so you know what to expect and what to ask when you get your own itemised Keystone quotation.

Why There’s No Single Price for a Quartz Worktop

You’ll find plenty of generic quartz worktop price ranges published online, and they don’t all agree, because they measure cost differently. Some guides quote per square metre, others per linear metre; some price supply-only, others price fully installed. On top of that, a broad market average isn’t a reliable guide to what a fully managed project actually costs, since it blends everything from budget supply-only slabs through to complete templated, fabricated and installed services. We’ve deliberately left generic figures off this page, because quoting one here risks giving you an unrealistically low expectation for the kind of fully managed service — precise templating, fabrication to order, and professional installation — that a Keystone project includes.

What you’ll actually pay depends on your own kitchen: the collection and colour you choose, the size and layout of the space, whether 20mm or 30mm suits your design, and the fabrication and installation work involved — cut-outs, drainer grooves, edge profiles, upstands, splashbacks, waterfall ends, and delivery and access all play a part, and each is covered in more detail below. The only reliable way to know what your project will cost is a proper consultation and, ideally, an on-site template, followed by a clear, itemised Keystone quotation.

Supply-Only vs Templated, Fabricated and Installed

One of the most common reasons two quartz quotes look wildly different is that they’re not actually pricing the same thing. What counts as “supply-only” and what counts as “supply-and-install” varies between suppliers, so don’t assume — always confirm exactly whether templating, fabrication, delivery and installation are included. Broadly, a supply-only price is more likely to cover just the slab, while a supply-and-install price is more likely to cover the whole managed process (an accurate on-site template, fabrication to that template, delivery, and professional installation including any sinks, hobs or joints), but the only way to know for certain is to ask.

When you’re comparing quotes, always check exactly which of these are actually included. A cheaper-looking price can end up costing more once templating, fabrication and fitting are added on separately — and getting quartz installed by someone without the right experience carries real risk, since incorrect support or fixing can crack an expensive slab or affect the manufacturer’s warranty.

What’s Normally Included — and What Isn’t

A properly itemised quote should make clear what’s covered. Generally, you’d expect a supply-and-install quote to include:

The quartz slab(s) for your chosen colour and collection
An on-site template visit to measure your kitchen precisely
Fabrication — cutting, edging and polishing the worktop to your template
Delivery and professional installation
A standard edge profile (usually a pencil round or eased edge)

Depending on the supplier, these are sometimes priced separately rather than included as standard, so it’s always worth asking:

Cut-outs for sinks, hobs or drainer grooves
Upstands, splashbacks or waterfall ends
Decorative edge profiles (beyond the standard option)
Removal and disposal of your old worktop
VAT — some trade-facing quotes are shown excluding VAT, so always check

Why Two Quartz Quotes Can Look So Different

It’s common to get two quotes for what feels like “the same” worktop and see a big gap between them. In our experience, this usually comes down to one or more of the following:

What’s actually included. As above — one quote may include templating, cut-outs and installation as standard, while another prices them as extras.
The specific collection and colour. A plain solid colour and a heavily veined marble-effect design from a premium collection can carry very different price points, even at the same thickness.
Slab usage and waste. Fabricators typically need to allow for cutting waste and joint positioning, and how efficiently a kitchen layout uses a slab can affect the overall cost.
The level of service around the project. A fully managed service — design advice, accurate templating, coordinated installation and aftercare — costs more to deliver than a bare minimum fit, but it also carries far less risk.
Access and installation complexity. Awkward access, existing units that need extra care, or a layout with several joints and returns can all add time and cost.

CRL, Signature and Silestone: How They Differ

Keystone supplies quartz through three main collections, and the differences between them are about breadth and positioning rather than a strict “good, better, best” price ladder:

CRL Quartz Collection gives you access to a wide range of colours and finishes from CRL Stone, one of our trusted suppliers — a good starting point if you’re after a specific colour, pattern or finish.
Keystone Signature Quartz Collection is a hand-picked shortlist of colours chosen for their appearance and everyday practicality — useful if you’d rather start from a curated selection than browse a full catalogue.
Silestone by Cosentino is a well-established international quartz brand built with Hybriq+ technology, giving you a widely recognised branded option alongside our Signature and CRL ranges.

Within any of these collections, the specific colour and pattern complexity you choose will generally affect price more than which collection it comes from. We’ll always talk you through the genuine differences and help you find the right option for your budget and your kitchen — explore the CRL Range, Signature Range or Silestone Collection to see the colours available.

Features That Typically Increase Cost

Beyond the worktop itself, certain features and details tend to add to the overall price:

Cut-outs. Sink, hob and drainer groove cut-outs each typically carry their own cost, whether priced individually or built into a package price.
Upstands and splashbacks. Matching upstands or a full-height splashback in the same quartz add material and fabrication time.
Waterfall ends. A waterfall edge, where the worktop continues vertically down the side of an island or run, uses significantly more stone and adds to the cost.
Decorative edge profiles. A standard eased or pencil-round edge is usually included; more detailed profiles such as a bullnose or chamfer are typically priced as an upgrade.
Thickness. Where a colour is available in both 20mm and 30mm, the thicker option generally costs more due to the extra material involved.
Layout complexity. More joints, returns, or an island in addition to the main run all add fabrication and installation time.

Quartz vs Granite: Cost Considerations

Quartz and granite are priced on broadly similar factors — collection or stone type, complexity, cut-outs and installation — so neither material is consistently cheaper than the other as a category. What tends to vary more is the ongoing picture: granite can benefit from occasional resealing depending on the specific stone, while quartz generally doesn’t need this. If you’re still weighing up which material suits your kitchen, our Quartz vs Granite Worktops guide covers appearance, durability and maintenance in more detail, alongside cost.

How to Get an Accurate Quartz Worktop Quote

The only reliable way to know what your worktop will cost is a proper quotation based on your actual kitchen, not a rough online estimate. To help us give you an accurate figure quickly, it helps if you can share:

Your kitchen plans or approximate measurements
The colour or collection you’re interested in (or a few options if you’re still deciding)
Any features you know you want — an island, waterfall end, upstands, or specific cut-outs
Your rough timeline, especially if it’s linked to a wider kitchen fit

From there, we’ll talk you through your options, arrange samples if you’d like to see and feel the material, and provide a clear, itemised quote so you know exactly what’s included before you commit. Get in touch to start the conversation, or browse our full quartz worktops range and compare all worktop materials first.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is quartz more expensive than granite?
Not necessarily. Both materials are priced on similar factors, and the specific colour, collection and complexity of your project generally matter more than the choice between quartz and granite itself.

Does the price include templating and fitting?
It should, but always check. Some quotes are supply-only, while others include the full templating, fabrication and installation process. We recommend always asking exactly what’s included before comparing prices between suppliers.

Why do quartz quotes vary so much between companies?
Usually because they’re not pricing the same thing — different levels of service, different inclusions, and different collections all affect the final figure. An itemised quote makes it much easier to compare fairly.

Do cut-outs and upstands cost extra?
Generally yes. Sink and hob cut-outs, drainer grooves, upstands and splashbacks are typically priced in addition to the main worktop, whether itemised separately or built into an overall package price.

How can I get an accurate price for my kitchen?
Share your kitchen plans or measurements with us and let us know which colours or collections you’re interested in. We’ll talk through your options and provide a clear, itemised quote — get in touch to get started.