Granite Worktops Suffolk

So what exactly is granite and why is it so popular for kitchen worktops? Granite is an igneous rock formed from cooling magma.

The colours and patterns of the granite determine whereabouts in the world it came from.

Granite is a gorgeous material which lasts for a very long time and because of its good looks and the fact that it is so easily maintained, it makes a perfect solution for worktops.

Granite is waterproof, heat and scratch resistant and any spillages can be easily wiped up, perfect for the kitchen!

This is the big one! Make sure you dont get ripped off when buying your granite worktops.

Follow these simple steps and youll avoid all the scams and dodgy salesmen!

So, how do I avoid getting ripped off when buying my granite worktops? Great question. There are a few funny companies out there who will happily take your money but then wont deliver the results. We want to avoid them!

When you are shopping around for granite, always remember to ask for the grade of the granite. The higher the grade, the better quality the granite will be.

You have Premium grade, or First Choice grade, that is the highest quality grade granite you can buy. This has no visible defects and an even distribution of patterns within the granite.

Then you have lower quality granite that is used more for large scale commercial purposes. This type of granite often has visible flaws and a less appealing pattern.

As you will be spending a pretty penny on granite anyway, it's worth paying a few pounds more to ensure you are getting the best quality granite you can.

Lower grade granite often goes through dying and treatment processes and you don't get that "polished" look that you get with a higher grade.

When it comes to payment you should never pay a deposit or hand over any money upfront unless you are absolutely sure that the company is 100% legitimate.

Some companies may not be telling the truth about the quality of their granite or they may even be using the deposit money to buy the granite before they start the job.

You want to try and avoid any middlemen and use companies that can do everything for you in house. This would include the measurements and fitting, the cutting of the granite and all other aspects of ordering and supplying the granite.

A good way to check is to simply do a Google search on the company in question and see what kind of reviews people are making about them. With a little digging around it should become clear who the market leaders are.

If the company has a website, make sure they have a phone number and the usual contact details such as a physical address, email addresses and customer service reps.

Its always a good idea to call them up and see what advice they can give you over the phone. If theyre legit then they will be more than happy to help with any problems or questions you may have.

Here are a few other useful tips for choosing the perfect granite for your worktops..

Always ask for samples. All good and honest companies will provide samples of granite for you to look at before you buy.

Its nice to place these on your current worktops to see what each style of granite would look like in your home. If a company wont provide samples, turn the other way and find someone else.

If youre after something a bit more specific with your worktops, try and find a company that does bespoke design. Nowadays, most companies will offer bespoke designs so they can custom fit the granite the exact way you want it.

One thing to remember is will the company youre looking to buy from install the granite anywhere in the UK? Some places will only install to customers who are local whereas others will cover nationwide.

This could cause problems, for example, one company may offer a great price but they wont install the granite. You would then need to find another company to install the worktops in your home. Most places will do everything for you and offer a complete service but its worth remembering before you make a purchase!

It can be a big task installing granite worktops but once theyre in its definitely worth all the work!