Are "Affordable Quartz Worktops" Good Quality? What to Look For.

By Tudor Granite, Worktop Specialist | Updated: October 2025 | Reading time: 4 minutes

Is it possible to get a high-quality quartz worktop on a tight budget? Absolutely, but you need to know what to look for. This article, a crucial part of our main cost guide, shows you how to identify a good value product, not just a cheap one.

There are many "cheap" quartz products on the market, but these often cut corners that compromise long-term durability. Here's how to ensure your affordable worktop is a smart investment.

1. Look for the Warranty

This is the number one sign of quality. Reputable manufacturers, even for their entry-level products, will offer a warranty (typically 10, 15, or 25 years). This shows that the manufacturer stands behind its product's durability and longevity. Unbranded, "cash-and-carry" quartz from online marketplaces often comes with no guarantee, which is a major red flag.

2. Ask About Composition

A high-quality quartz worktop should be made of at least 90% natural quartz combined with resins and pigments. Lower-quality products may use a higher percentage of resin or cheaper polymer fillers. This can make them less resistant to scratches, heat, and UV light (which can cause discolouration over time). Your supplier should be able to provide a technical data sheet that specifies the composition.

3. Inspect the Finish Consistency

If you can, look at a full slab or a large sample. A quality affordable quartz will have a consistent colour and finish across the entire surface. Cheaper imitations may have visible blotches, pools of resin, discolouration, or an uneven polish. Run your hand over the surface; it should feel perfectly smooth.

4. Trust the Fabricator

Even the best quartz can be ruined by poor fabrication. A reputable worktop specialist, like Tudor Granite, will only source materials from trusted suppliers they know meet quality standards. We reject slabs that have defects. Choosing an experienced fabricator is your final guarantee of quality, as we put our reputation behind the products we are willing to install.

Conclusion: Smart Value vs. Cheap Price

An "affordable" quartz worktop from a trusted supplier is a fantastic investment that will last for decades. A "cheap" unbranded quartz from an unknown source is a risky gamble. At Tudor Granite, we have carefully curated a range of entry-level quartz options that meet our strict quality standards, ensuring you get the best possible value without compromising on performance.