Silestone price groups UK customers encountered in 2019 placed colours and designs into ascending material bands. However, a group did not represent the complete cost of a finished worktop. Instead, fabrication, edge details, cut-outs, access and installation could all change the final quotation.
This guide preserves the 2019 group list as a historical reference. Therefore, customers should not use it as a current price sheet or as confirmation that every named design remains available. Instead, anyone planning a project should request a quotation based on the chosen surface, current slab supply and an accurate worktop plan.
Silestone is an engineered surface intended for applications such as Silestone worktops. Before selecting it, customers may also wish to consider the design, finish and practical points covered in this Silestone review.
How Silestone price groups UK worked in 2019
The groups provided a simple way to compare the relative material bands of different Silestone designs. In general, a design in a higher group carried a higher material cost than one in a lower group. Nevertheless, group numbers alone could not reveal the cost of a made-to-measure kitchen or bathroom worktop.
The original article referred to 12 mm, 20 mm and 30 mm material options. However, the suitable thickness depends on the design, application, support and fabrication plan. Consequently, customers should not choose a thickness on appearance alone. Instead, the fabricator should assess the units, spans, overhangs and appliance openings.
The 2019 article also mentioned a starting figure of £99 plus VAT per square metre. However, that figure represented historic promotional framing rather than a reliable present-day installed rate. Moreover, it excluded the detail required to compare complete projects. Therefore, customers must not treat it as a current offer.
Historic UK Silestone pricing groups by colour
The following list reproduces the colour groupings supplied in the original 2019 article. However, names, collections, finishes and availability can change over time. Moreover, a current supplier may structure its quotation differently.
Silestone price groups 1 to 3.5
- Group 1: Blanco City, Gris Expo, Marengo, Noka and Rougui.
- Group 2: Arden Blue, Blanco Norte 14, Cemento Spa, Coral Clay, Ironbark, Miami White 17, Negro Tebas 18 and Niebla.
- Group 3: Aluminio Nube, Blanco Capri, Blanco Maple 14, Desert Silver and White Storm 14.
- Group 3.5: Alpina White 08, Amazon, Bianco Rivers, Blanco Stellar, Crema Stellar, Lusso, Negro Stellar, Tigris Sand and Yukon.
Silestone cost groups 4 to 6
- Group 4: Bamboo 8, Blanco Zeus, Iconic Black, Kensho, Lagoon, Lyra, Merope, Snowy Ibiza, Unsui and White Arabesque.
- Group 5: Ariel, Blanco Orion, Brooklyn, Silver Lake, Pearl Jasmine, Iconic White, Eternal Serena, Eternal Marfil, Eternal Emperador, Eternal Marquina and Charcoal Soapstone.
- Group 6: Bianco Calacatta, Classic Calacatta, Eternal Calacatta Gold and Eternal Statuario.
Several names reflect the collections marketed at the time. For example, marble-inspired designs occupied the upper historic bands. Yet customers should compare physical samples rather than assume that a higher band automatically offers the best colour for the room.
What affects a current Silestone worktop quotation?
A useful quotation should describe the whole project, not merely a nominal square-metre rate. For that reason, MKW staff recommend supplying a measured plan and confirming the following details.
- Chosen design and finish: Different colours or finishes may sit in different current material bands. Furthermore, viewing samples helps customers judge pattern scale, colour and texture.
- Worktop dimensions: The total area matters. However, slab layout and the number of pieces can also affect material use.
- Thickness and built-up details: The selected appearance must suit the fabrication plan and cabinet support. For example, a thicker-looking edge may involve a fabricated detail rather than a uniformly thicker surface.
- Sink and hob cut-outs: Undermounted sinks, drainage grooves, tap holes and appliance openings require additional fabrication. Consequently, these details can affect the quotation.
- Edge profiles and corners: Straightforward profiles usually require less work than more detailed edges. By contrast, curves, radiused corners and polished returns can add labour.
- Upstands, splashbacks and end panels: These elements increase the amount of material and fabrication required. Therefore, the quotation should list them clearly.
- Joints and access: Room shape, slab dimensions, stairs, lifts and restricted entrances may influence the installation plan. As a result, site access information can help the fabricator plan effectively.
- Templating, delivery and fitting: Customers should check whether the total includes each service. In addition, they should confirm whether the quotation includes VAT.
To obtain a meaningful figure, customers can request a tailored quote with a plan, postcode, preferred design, sink type and required edge detail. This approach, therefore, makes different estimates easier to compare.
Choosing between UK Silestone price bands
Budget matters, although it should not provide the only selection criterion. First, customers should consider how the colour works with cabinets, flooring and natural light. Then, they should compare samples under the lighting used in the room because photographs and screens can alter colour perception.
Pattern scale also deserves attention. For instance, a quiet design may create a restrained backdrop, whereas pronounced veining can become the room’s focal point. Furthermore, customers choosing a veined design for an island, upstand or waterfall end should discuss pattern direction and joint positions before fabrication.
For a broader comparison, the guide to quartz worktop colours explains how different palettes affect a scheme. Meanwhile, customers comparing brands can read the Unistone and Silestone comparison.
Installation, use and maintenance considerations
The installer should template the worktops after the cabinets stand secure, level and ready for measurement. The fabricator can then plan joints, overhangs and openings around the final kitchen layout. Therefore, late changes to cabinets, sinks or appliances may delay production or require a revised template.
Quartz worktops offer durability during normal domestic use, but they still need sensible care. For example, customers should use chopping boards rather than cut directly on the surface. In addition, they should place hot cookware on a trivet because concentrated heat and thermal shock can damage a quartz worktop.
For routine care, customers should clean spills promptly with a soft cloth and a suitable mild cleaner. However, they should avoid abrasive pads and should not assume that every household chemical suits the surface. Above all, the current manufacturer care instructions should take priority for the exact surface and finish.
MKW staff can review drawings and discuss design, fabrication and fitting requirements before preparing a quotation. Consequently, providing those details early helps the team produce a more useful project estimate.
Silestone price groups UK: frequently asked questions
Are these Silestone groups still current?
Customers should not infer current status from this list. Instead, it records the groups supplied in the original 2019 article. Since colours may have moved, changed name or left the range, customers should confirm the present collection and price band when requesting a quote.
Does a price group include installation?
A material group does not include installation by itself. While a group indicates relative material positioning, a complete quotation may also include templating, fabrication, cut-outs, delivery, fitting and VAT. Therefore, customers should always compare written estimates on the same scope.
Is a higher group more durable?
A higher historic group primarily indicated a different price band; it did not automatically mean greater durability. Instead, design complexity, collection positioning and material supply can influence pricing. Ultimately, suitability still depends on the application and correct care.
Which details are needed for an accurate quote?
A dimensioned plan provides the best starting point. In addition, customers should include the postcode, chosen colour, thickness, edge preference, sink and hob details, upstands, splashbacks and any island or waterfall ends. The fabricator can then prepare a current quote tailored to the project.
Originally published by Jesus Alberto Mouzo on 4 February 2019. Subsequently updated to clarify that the listed groups and price reference are historical.
