Construction Review Africa

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KITCHENS

CHOOSING QUARTZ TO MODERNIZE YOUR KITCHEN WORKTOPS

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odernizing your outdated kitchen worktops is a tedious task. The nimiety of materials, colours, and designs makes this task an all the more intricate job. Concrete, granite, stainless steel, wood- With a pool of options to choose from, how does one decide which is the most suitable one? One preferable choice happens to be Quartz. This trending kitchen countertop choice withstands all possible flails. From unintended spills to accidental scratches, quartz is a resistant worktop material. Unlike conventional options, quartz does not crack. In addition, quartz mimics the appearance of natural stone, and this makes it a

desirable choice. They are easily maintainable, and cleaning them does not involve any sweat. Since it is a non-porous material, it promotes health and hygiene by being microbe-resistant.

It is always a better choice to be aware of the factors that affect the cost calculation so that one knows what they are paying for.

The character that quartz adds to a basic kitchen, in addition to its longevity, makes it an option worth considering. Quartz is a moldable piece of material, and since it is formulated artificially by experts, the market is inundated with a variety of shades to choose from.

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Thus, quartz can be created to complement any colour and design. Price Comparison Quartz might not be the cheapest amongst other availabilities, but it is an affordable kitchen top material.

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The advantages of installing quartz worktops outweigh any other price factors. The average cost of quartz installation varies from 70 to 100 dollars per square foot. However, whether it will incline towards the upper or the lower limit depends upon the quality one wishes to buy. In the case of a standard-sized kitchen remodelling comprises edge fabrication, sink cutout, seam joining, as well as removing the old countertops. The cumulative cost usually ranges from three to four thousand dollars. 16

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Type preferences depend upon a person’s taste. The plus point with quartz is that it offers patterns like no other countertop material does. It is tailor-made based upon your likes.

Comparing prices of different suppliers is always a good idea before making a purchase. Online prices vary substantially from the offline market since it is less likely to involve gobetween. Installation: Installation operators charge different rates based on the hours of labour required. They might charge a few extra dollars if the layout is unique and needs trimming to fit around an electrical fixture or a similar architectural unit. Usually, the quoted cost does not include installation charges, and the complexity of the kitchen layout can cause a significant disturbance in the budgeting process. Quality:

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