COST CONSIDERATIONS

Pricing often depends on the complexity of the profile and the material. Single slabs with a simple-edge profile are the most cost-effective, while detailed profiles and laminated benches where several pieces are joined together are more expensive, due to the additional labour and materials. “A more budget-friendly option might be a Polytec benchtop with a rolled edge profile in a standard 20-32mm thickness,” says Tameka Moffat. “For a high-end look with a price tag to match, natural stone such as marble or quartz in a generous 30-40mm thickness creates a beautiful side view and luxurious aesthetic, particularly if teamed with a waterfall or slab end.”