Marquina Quartz black worktops, Middlesex
Marquina Quartz worktop around hob run and sink
Marquina Quartz window area and bathroom application
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Marquina Quartz

Middlesex, United Kingdom

Our Installation Story

This

Middlesex

project had a fairly straightforward starting point: white cabinetry, a practical layout and a kitchen that needed a stronger worktop to bring everything together. The choice of

Marquina Quartz

changed the character of the room immediately. Its deep black background and sharp white veining stand out against the pale cabinets without needing any extra decorative treatment. We worked the quartz around the cooking and preparation areas, including the hob section and the longer run beside the sink, while also carrying the material into the window area. The photographs also show the same dark quartz being used around a separate bathroom window, giving the material another practical application within the property. The result is a kitchen that feels considerably more defined without changing the cabinetry itself.

Design Direction

Black Worktops Against A Light Kitchen

The white cabinets and pale tiled floor give this kitchen a light, practical base. We have also used the same material for the window niche in bathroom.

Design Objective
Give the light kitchen more definition.
What We Did
Installed Marquina Quartz across the main worktop runs for a strong contrast against the white cabinetry.
Design Objective
Create a practical cooking surface.
What We Did
Fabricated the quartz around the cooking area, leaving a clean, continuous surface around the hob.
Design Objective
Make the most of the available workspace.
What We Did
Continued the material along the longer cabinet run beside the sink for a consistent finish.
Design Objective
Avoid leaving the awkward area around the window as an afterthought.
What We Did
Shaped the quartz to follow the window-side section, making the surface feel like part of the overall installation.
Design Objective
Carry the material into another practical area.
What We Did
A matching dark quartz surface has also been used around the bathroom window, creating a neat, durable finish.
Final Outcome — The difference comes mainly from the contrast. The cabinets remain simple and light, but the dark worktops give the kitchen a much stronger outline.

The Material

Marquina Quartz swatch close-up

Marquina Quartz

This is a charcoal black surface which displays striking white veins. This slab is actually a mimic of natural stone, called the Nero Marquina Marble, originally found in Spain. These dramatic black-and-white looks inspired by classic marble can completely change the feel of an otherwise light space. In this project, the white cabinets, pale floor tiles and dark quartz create a simple three-tone scheme. The veining adds some movement without introducing another dominant colour, which helps the kitchen remain clean-looking while still having a definite focal point.

Category

Engineered Stone

Finish

Polished

Thickness

20mm & 30mm

Application

Kitchen worktops, islands, window areas, splashbacks and utility rooms

Maintenance

Low

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The Result

Elegant dark Marquina Quartz worktop in Middlesex kitchen
Black bold Marquina Quartz countertops and window area

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Installation

Get This Look

A Dark Worktop For A Light Kitchen

You do not always need to replace the cabinets to give a kitchen a different feel. A change of worktop can do a lot of the visual work. In this Middlesex kitchen, Marquina Quartz adds a strong black surface to otherwise light surroundings, with its white veins giving the worktop enough variation to feel like a feature rather than simply a dark countertop.

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Does Work-tops.com Install Outside Middlesex?

Yes. Work-tops.com provides fabrication and installation services throughout the UK, including Middlesex and surrounding areas. Projects can range from straightforward worktop replacements to kitchens requiring bespoke cut-outs, window sections, splashbacks, islands and other made-to-measure stonework.

Popular Areas Across Middlesex Where We Receive Enquiries

Hounslow
Uxbridge
Ealing
Twickenham
Harrow
Ruislip
Wembley
Brentford
Feltham
Hayes

Get in touch with our team for a free quote; we cover the whole UK.

Pricing Guide

Marquina Quartz Kitchen Price, Middlesex

Every quartz installation is measured and priced according to the individual kitchen. What is the length of your worktops or splashbacks, whether you have any cutouts, if yes how many and what type, what type of edge and corners you're after; all these factors, as well as your site access, which floor is the work happening at, all make a difference in the final quotation you get. If you have a compact kitchen, you will require considerably less material whereas if it is a large island-based layout the price will be higher. But here is a price chart to give you a rough idea.

Quartz Worktop Installation

Estimated Price Range (Inc VAT)

Basic Quartz Worktops

£2,500 onwards

Quartz Worktops & Splashbacks

£4,000 onwards

Quartz Worktops, Island & Splashbacks

£6,500 onwards

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Comparison

Marquina Quartz Compared With Other Dark Worktops

Material
Ideal For
Overall Appearance
Design Style

Marquina Quartz

Light contemporary kitchens
Black with bold white veining
Dramatic

Black Mirror Quartz

Modern kitchens
Dark surface with fine reflective sparkle
Sleek

Black Sparkle Quartz

Family kitchens
Black with subtle scattered sparkle
Practical & decorative

Cosmic Black Granite

Statement kitchens
Natural dark stone with mineral movement
Bold & natural

Black Fusion Granite

Feature islands
Black with dramatic gold movement
Luxurious

FAQs

Questions About Black Quartz Kitchen Worktops

Quartz worktops can easily handle everyday preparation and cooking, but we still suggest that normal care is provided almost daily, to keep the surface looking its best.
Dark polished surfaces can make certain fingerprints, water marks or dust more noticeable than lighter worktops. Regular wiping with a suitable cleaner keeps the surface looking clean.
Yes. Quartz can be fabricated to fit window-side worktop sections and other awkward areas, provided the dimensions and installation conditions are suitable.
Yes, all quartz slabs are made for use in showers and other wet areas. They are made to be water resistant so they perform well in humid and moist environments.
Not necessarily. The appearance can vary between manufacturers and individual slabs. If the veining is an important part of your design, slab selection should be discussed before fabrication.
Both look almost similar. But the quartz is actually the mimic of the marble. Quartz however is engineered to be more resistant to humidity and moisture, and does not need resealing, unlike marble.

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