Granite worktops: B&Q or a local fabricator?
If you're pricing granite worktops, a big DIY store like B&Q is often the first place you look. It's worth comparing that with buying direct from a local stone fabricator, because the two work in quite different ways.
Buying from a DIY store
DIY stores such as B&Q sell a wide range of kitchen worktops – mostly laminate and other ready-made tops, including stone-effect designs, with some made-to-order stone options in selected ranges. It's a convenient one-stop shop, especially if you're buying your kitchen there too. Fitting, templating and lead times depend on the range and the store, so check what's included when you order.
Buying from Sheffield Kitchen Worktops JPT
We're a stone specialist. We template your kitchen once the units are in, cut and polish your worktops in our own Sheffield workshop, and fit them with our own team.
- Real stone – granite, quartz, marble and quartzite
- Made to measure – any size, shape, sink, hob and tap cut-outs, upstands and splashbacks
- One team from start to finish – templating, fabrication and fitting
- See the slab – choose your stone in person
- Free offcuts – the stone is free for small jobs; you only pay for cutting and polishing
Quick comparison
| DIY store | JPT | |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | Mostly laminate and ready-made tops, plus some made-to-order stone | Granite, quartz, marble and quartzite |
| Sizes | Standard lengths, or set made-to-order options | Fully bespoke, made to measure |
| Templating and fitting | Varies by range and store | Done by our own team |
| Pricing | Published prices per product | Free, itemised quote for your kitchen |
Which is right for you?
If you want a ready-made top you can pick up and fit yourself, a DIY store may suit. If you want natural stone made to fit your kitchen exactly, with one team handling everything, talk to us – and compare quotes. See our granite worktop prices or request a free quote.
B&Q, IKEA and Wickes are trademarks of their respective owners. Sheffield Kitchen Worktops JPT is not affiliated with or endorsed by them. Information is a general guide, correct at the time of writing – please check with each retailer for their current range and prices.