Production of your stone benchtop usually takes 5-10 working days from final check measure (templating), in some cases we can do it sooner than this.

However, during busy times there may be a longer wait than usual. Our estimators will let you know our current lead times at the time of quoting. If timing is critical on your job, please let us know during the quoting stage and we’ll advise whether it is achievable before we proceed.

Slabs. The price of a stone slab depends mainly on the process required to prepare it for use. Some types of natural stone can work out cheaper than man-made stone, despite the common assumption that natural stone is more expensive. This is because natural stone requires less processing than reconstituted stone. Other factors that make some more expensive than others are its rarity, popularity and the distance it had to travel to get here.

Within each stone brand there are usually 4-5 different levels of pricing, from a ‘standard’ range right up to a ‘deluxe’ or ‘exclusive’ range.

Labour. The least-expensive edge profile is a 20mm pencil round, this is because most slabs come in 20mm to begin with. Other factors that will affect the labour cost are, mitred edges, cutouts, complexity of the job etc.

Normally the best person to install the benchtop is the stonemason that created it, however if you’d prefer to use your own installer, you can. Simply specify on your quote request and we’ll give you a supply only price.

Yes, we do. Call us today on (02) 9966 4255 and we’ll see if we have what you’re looking for. Offcuts can be picked up from our factory at Ingleburn (see map).

Unfortunately no, you will need to arrange this yourself. All appliances and sinks will need to be disconnected and removed prior to your stone benchtop installation.

No. Normally our quote will be for the supply and install of the new benchtop only.

However, we can include a cost to remove your old benchtop if required. Please call us on (02) 9966 4255 to discuss the details so we can recommend the best course of action and ensure you are not without a benchtop for too long.

No. We work with brand new benchtops / full benchtop replacements only.

For average sized, single benchtops installation usually takes between 2-4 hours, sometimes half a day depending on the size and complexity of the job.

We currently service all of the Sydney Metro Area and surrounding suburbs (excluding Central Coast, Wollongong, Blue Mountains and Bowral).

We always try to make best use of the stone slabs, keeping the need for joins to a minimum without compromising the integrity of the stone piece. Our stonemasons are highly skilled at joining, book matching and mixing precise glue colours so that your joins are virtually undetectable.

At final check measure, our stonemasons will create a stencil of your benchtop to accurately measure and plan the layout. Like a good game of Tetris, they will try to make the best use of space by arranging the pieces snuggly onto the slab area. If we can fit the pieces onto one slab instead of two, we will, as this will save you money and reduce product wastage.

For aesthetic reasons, mitred edge joins are generally better as the join line is less noticeable, being positioned right through the 90° corner edge of the stone. Layered joins offer greater corner strength but they are more noticeable than mitred edge joins, positioned in the middle of the flat surface. In saying that, our stonemasons are nothing short of amazing when it comes to joining stone so even a layered join will be hardly noticeable on your benchtop.  NOTE: Layered joins work best on colours with a consistent, fine grain.  i.e. The larger the detail, the more noticeable a layered join will be. Speak to a member of our team who can recommend the best option based on your chosen colour.

Yes it is. The only exception is, for example, where natural flooring has been used, as the natural movement of the floor may produce movement in the benchtop, which could result in the join chipping. (This is worst case scenario and not a commonly known issue.)

Bookmatching is the practice of matching two (or more) wood or stone surfaces, so that the two adjoining surfaces mirror each other, giving the impression of an opened book. This is only considered when the chosen stone has a strong vein pattern through it, like calacatta.  Book matching may incur additional costs and is not always possible due to various factors so always check with your stonemason first.

Yes, you can. We have a showroom in Artarmon displaying reconstituted stone brands like Caesarstone, Smart Stone, Silestone, Quantum Quartz & Essa Stone where you can visit us 6 days a week Mon-Sat. For natural stone, this is usually a private viewing, arranged through our factory in Ingleburn – call us on (02) 9966 4255 to discuss.

An overhang is an area of the stone benchtop that is floating or that extends without cabinetry beneath it. A good example of this is a breakfast bar area that is commonly used on L-shape benches and island benches/counters, where you have leg room underneath to sit on chairs or stools.

The maximum recommended overhang area is 300mm deep. This can be increased to 450mm as long as you have supports every 600mm.

For all types of surfaces (Neolith, natural stone and engineered stone) generally a clean, damp cloth will do the trick. For more stubborn stains, use a few drops of non-bleach, non-abrasive, neutral PH stone cleaner (available at most hardware stores like bunnings), or a small amount of mild liquid dishwashing detergent mixed with warm water.

For best results, use a clean rag mop on floors and a soft cloth for other surfaces.
NOTE: Some manufacturers (like Caesarstone or Smart Stone) will send you a complimentary cleaning kit with cream cleaner included, when you register your warranty online. Check manufacturer’s websites for details.

This is not recommended for any natural or reconstituted stone benchtop as the sudden change in temperature can cause it to react and either stain (burn), fracture or crack.

Neolith, on the other hand, is 100% heat proof. You can take a roasting hot pan out of the oven, put it directly on your Neolith benchtop – and absolutely nothing will happen to it.