MHM sets the benchmark

When clients require a custom, architecturally inspired stainless benchtop, MHM Stainless Benching stands above the rest, fabricating bespoke, hardwearing, and stylish products that last a lifetime.

Previously known in the market as Mercer Stainless, MHM has been fabricating steel benchtops, splash backs, rangehood covers, island bars, cabinetry, and other architectural features out of their Christchurch workshop for over 50 years. MHM products feature throughout New Zealand and range from automated plant equipment used in the food processing sector to custom benching utilized in commercial and residential buildings.

Custom Bench Sales and Production Co-ordinator Diane Burton said their experienced fabricators were true craftsmen, who were committed to producing the highest quality product, every time. “They treat every job as if it was going into their own home. This level of dedication means every product comes out with an unmatched level of care and attention. They work hard to achieve the desired look, performance, and longevity – a stainless benchtop is designed to last a lifetime, or more,” she said.

MHM has plenty of experience fitting benchtops to all sorts of spaces and requirements. Along with its construction and configuration, their small and dedicated team can further customise client benchtops with different finishes and polishing specifications. Their staff have extensive experience working on a wide range of projects for domestic and commercial settings, including high-end architectural builds, and large, multi-station kitchens for cooking schools.

Diane said their team were exceptionally capable and were happy to take on the most challenging jobs that others wouldn’t touch. “We have a reputation for delivering on the most weird and wonderful design briefs, that’s what sets us apart,” she said.

Each product undertakes the same process to ensure a smooth engagement for the client.The process starts with a drawing or brief supplied to MHM from a joiner. MHM’s engineering design team then prepares a CAD design and sends it back to the joiner for approval. It’s this communication with both the joiner and the client that is a vital part of MHM’s success, as it ensures any potential issues that arise are ironed out smoothly. If the specific installation requires a site measure before fabrication, we can do this as well. The benchtop is then fabricated in MHM’s Christchurch workshop and delivered to site.

In some cases, MHM’s engineers can visit a site to assist with the installation if required. In some cases where benchtops or an island is very large, it may be supplied in sections and welded together on site.

As MHM works with each client to achieve their desired result, the overall experience reflects exceptional service and a quality finish that is cohesive with the other components of installation and will last a lifetime.