At Impala, part of our kitchen renovation service is providing benchtops for your kitchen. Our expertise covers a wide range of benchtop materials offering options to suit your kitchen, such as:
Appearance: Wide colour range; consistent patterns; can mimic marble or granite.
Durability: Very strong, stain-resistant, non-porous.
Maintenance: Low maintenance; just wipe clean.
Cost: Mid-to-high range.
Best For: Contemporary kitchens; everyday use with minimal fuss.
Appearance: Unique, luxurious, natural veining; each slab is different.
Durability: Hard-wearing (granite more so than marble); porous, so can stain.
Maintenance: Needs sealing; avoid harsh cleaners; marble is softer and etches easily.
Cost: High; marble typically more expensive than granite.
Best For: Premium kitchens and bathrooms where natural beauty is key.
Appearance: Wide variety of colours/patterns, including stone and timber lookalikes
Durability: Not as long lasting as other options.
Maintenance: Very easy to clean
Cost: Most affordable option.
Best For: Budget-friendly renovations, rental properties, or short-term solutions.
Appearance: Warm and natural appeal and ages beautifully if well cared for.
Durability: Solid but can scratch, dent, and stain; vulnerable to water and heat if not sealed.
Maintenance: Requires regular sealing for best long term results.
Cost: Mid range, but depends on timber selection.
Best For: Rustic, Hamptons, or Scandinavian style kitchens wanting warmth and texture.
Appearance: Professional, industrial, modern; seamless with integrated sinks.
Durability: Heatproof, waterproof, hygienic; scratches and fingerprints show easily.
Maintenance: Easy to clean, but polishing needed to minimise marks.
Cost: Mid-to-high depending on thickness and finish.
Best For: Commercial-style kitchens, serious cooks, ultra-modern spaces.
Appearance: Industrial, raw, modern; can be tinted or textured.
Durability: Very strong, but porous if not sealed; prone to hairline cracks.
Maintenance: Needs sealing to resist stains; may require resealing over time.
Cost: Mid-to-high; custom installation can be expensive.
Best For: Contemporary, industrial, or bespoke kitchen designs.
Appearance: Seamless joins, available in many colours/patterns, can mimic stone.
Durability: Non-porous and resistant to stains
Maintenance: Easy to clean; scratches can often be sanded/polished out.
Cost: Mid-to-high range.
Best For: Sleek, modern kitchens and bathrooms where seamless look is desired.
