Every day, we are seeing a rising number of articles about the health implications of fabricating engineered stone. New guidance has recently been announced to attempt to prevent avoidable deaths of stoneworkers from silicosis.
This factor alone is hugely concerning alongside us seeing that within the industry, time and budgets matter more so than ever before, we also then see the other driving factor in the need to offer alternatives within the market - practicality.
Quartz worktops require specialist templating, a specialist fabrication process followed by transportation and installation. In contrast, solid surface and premium laminate solutions offer far greater attributes throughout the project lifecycle. For developers, housebuilders, landlords and homeowners alike this can mean faster installation, reduced labour costs, less complexity within projects, greater flexibility on site and overall much lower renovation costs. Benefits that simply can not be under estimated by both the B2B market but also the end consumer.
The rise of the renovation kitchen
Let's be honest. Not everyone is spending £30k+ on a brand spanking new designer kitchen! So many homeowners are working smarter by looking at ways to refresh their existing space without a complete renovation.
The option to replace tired doors and upgrade worktops is becoming a much more appealing option and let's face it, it's much friendlier on the bank balance! Today's solid surfaces and laminate options deliver such a strong visual appeal without such a high premium price tag that come with stone installations. In the current financial climate, value-led design is becoming more and more important with household budgets. The complexity on site with regards to installation, significantly lower renovation costs. Hanex is a superb alternative to consider!
The reality is that quartz certainly isn't disappearing overnight, but the conversation around alternatives are certainly evolving when looking for versatility alongside a truly aesthetic look and feel. The good news is that choosing an alternative no longer means compromising on design, it's a no brainer and a compelling choice! The design possibilities are endless without the risk factor!
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