The kitchen benchtop is one of the hardest-working and most visible features of your kitchen. It’s where you prepare meals, gather for casual conversations, and it often sets the tone for the entire space’s style. If your current countertop is worn, dated, or just not your taste, it might be time for an upgrade. At House & Co, we offer a wide selection of kitchen benchtops in Perth – from budget-friendly laminates to high-end stone – and provide professional installation to ensure a perfect fit and finish. Replacing your benchtop can dramatically improve your kitchen’s functionality and appearance without the need for a full renovation.
Laminate benchtops have come a long way in terms of quality and design. These surfaces are made from layers of durable laminate material bonded to a timber or composite substrate, creating a hard-wearing and cost-effective countertop. Why choose laminate? It offers an incredible variety of looks. Laminate can mimic the appearance of natural materials like wood or stone (you can get laminates that resemble marble or concrete at a fraction of the price), or come in solid colors and modern patterns. This means you can achieve your desired aesthetic on a budget. Another advantage is that laminates are generally easy to maintain. They’re non-porous, so they resist stains and are simple to clean with a wipe of a cloth. They’re also relatively lightweight, which can simplify installation. House & Co sources high-quality laminate products that are heat and scratch resistant for everyday kitchen use. We ensure the edges and joins are sealed properly, keeping moisture out of the substrate and extending the life of your benchtop. If you’re after a practical solution that doesn’t compromise on style, a laminate benchtop could be ideal.
For those dreaming of a luxurious kitchen, marble is the epitome of elegance. Each marble benchtop is unique, with natural veining and patterns formed over eons – truly a piece of art in your home. When you incorporate a marble benchtop, you immediately elevate the look of your kitchen, giving it a classic, high-end appeal that is hard to replicate with other materials. The smooth, cool surface is also favored by avid bakers for tasks like rolling dough and pastries. However, marble is a softer, porous stone, which means it requires a bit more care. At House & Co, we educate our clients on maintaining marble: it should be sealed properly and periodically to protect against stains, and you’ll want to use cutting boards and be mindful of acidic spills (like vinegar or lemon juice) which can etch the surface. The extra care is a small trade-off for the immense beauty a marble benchtop brings. With professional sealing and installation by our team, we ensure your marble is set to impress and function well.
If you’re looking for a natural stone that offers both beauty and brawn, granite is a fantastic choice. Granite benchtops are incredibly durable – this stone is formed from volcanic activity and is tough enough to resist heat from hot pots, scratches from knives, and general wear and tear. The speckled and varied patterns of granite add visual interest and can complement many kitchen styles, from traditional to contemporary. Granite comes in a range of colors, from salt-and-pepper mixes to rich blacks, greens, and even blues or reds, depending on its mineral composition. Like marble, a granite countertop will be unique to your kitchen. It’s less porous than marble, making it more resistant to staining, but we still seal granite during installation to give you extra peace of mind. With a granite benchtop from House & Co, you get a stunning focal point that is truly built to last, adding both value and functionality to your home.
Engineered stone, often made of quartz composites, has become one of the most popular benchtop choices in Perth kitchens – and for good reason. These engineered stone benchtops combine the best of natural and man-made materials. They are typically around 90% crushed stone (like quartz) mixed with resins and pigments. The result is a non-porous, very durable slab that mimics the look of natural stone but with greater consistency and less maintenance. With engineered stone, you have a vast selection of colors and patterns. You can go for a pure, uniform color (like sleek white or charcoal grey) or choose designs that emulate marble, granite, or concrete. One of the biggest selling points is its ease of maintenance – no sealing required, and it’s highly resistant to staining and scratching. House & Co has partnerships with leading engineered stone suppliers in Perth, so we can help you find the perfect shade and style for your kitchen. Our team will precisely template and install your quartz benchtop so that the joins are nearly invisible and the fit around sinks or custom cabinets is seamless.
No matter which benchtop material you choose, House & Co ensures that it is fabricated and installed to the highest standards. Replacing a kitchen benchtop requires careful measurement and skill – especially with heavy stone slabs – to achieve a flawless result. Our process starts with an on-site measurement of your kitchen and a discussion about any special requirements (like cut-outs for sinks or stovetops). We then coordinate the crafting of your benchtop. For laminate benchtops, this means custom-cutting the board to size and laminating edges or joins as needed. For stone (natural or engineered), we work with experienced stone masons who cut the slabs to our specifications, including polishing the edges and pre-cutting openings for your sink or cooktop. On installation day, our team will remove your old countertop carefully (if it’s a renovation) and prepare the surface for the new one. We ensure the cabinets beneath are level and sturdy to properly support the new benchtop. Then we fit the new benchtop in place. Stone tops are often installed in sections; our experts join these sections with precision, using color-matched epoxy so the seam is virtually invisible. We secure the benchtop and seal along the backsplash or wall interfaces to prevent any water ingress. Finally, we reconnect your sink and appliances (coordinating with plumbers and electricians as needed) and make sure everything is clean and perfect. When you choose House & Co for your benchtop installation, you’re choosing a hassle-free experience. We handle all the details and leave your kitchen tidy and ready to use. The result is a gorgeous new benchtop that revitalizes your kitchen space.
A new kitchen benchtop can make your whole kitchen feel brand new. It’s a high-impact upgrade that improves daily life (providing a more durable, functional workspace) and boosts visual appeal. House & Co is here to guide you in selecting the best surface for your needs and budget, and to install it with expert care. Interested in exploring options for kitchen benchtops in Perth? We’re happy to help. Contact House & Co today for a consultation or quote. Reach out via our contact form or call 08 9480 0408. Let our team deliver a kitchen benchtop that you will love to use and be proud to show off for years to come.
