Why Quartz Worktops Are Winning Every Kitchen in 2026
Kitchen renovations are bigger than ever in 2026, and one material is consistently topping the list when homeowners sit down to make the final call — quartz. Walk into any recently fitted kitchen across Manchester and the North West, and the chances are high that the worktop staring back at you is quartz. There's a reason for that, and it goes well beyond aesthetics.
Quartz worktops for kitchens hit a mark that other surfaces have always struggled to reach. They bring the visual weight and sophistication of natural stone without dragging along the fragility and upkeep that comes with it. Marble stains. Granite needs sealing every year or two. Solid wood warps when moisture gets in. Quartz does none of that. It's engineered to perform in an environment that throws everything at it daily — heat, spills, chopping, cleaning products — and it handles all of it without losing its finish.
The non-porous nature of quartz is one of its biggest practical wins. Because the surface doesn't absorb liquid, bacteria and staining agents sit on top rather than soaking in. That makes it genuinely hygienic and genuinely easy to clean. A damp cloth and a mild spray is all it takes. For households with children, pets, or simply a love of cooking, that kind of low-maintenance reliability changes the way a kitchen feels to use every single day.
From a design perspective, quartz has never been more versatile. The 2026 trend towards calmer, more considered interiors suits quartz perfectly. Soft neutrals, concrete-effect finishes, and marble-inspired veining all feature across the range — meaning there's a slab that works whether the kitchen is a sleek handleless design or a more classic painted shaker style. Edge profiles, upstands, splashbacks, and integrated sink options allow the whole space to feel considered and cohesive rather than pieced together.
At Avamco Ltd, every quartz worktop is sourced from Silestone by Cosentino — a globally recognised brand with a reputation built on consistency, durability, and design. The team handles everything from templating through to final installation across Manchester and the wider North West, and will match any genuine worktop quote put in front of them.
Quartz isn't just a trend — it's the worktop that keeps making sense the longer you think about it.
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