We Supply and Install Porcelain Benchtops Across Victoria
Porcelain Kitchen Benchtops
With an established reputation, we are the region’s most trusted name when it comes to top-quality porcelain kitchen benchtops.
Our team has been in the industry for a number of years, allowing our clients to grasp a transparent service and a commitment to reliable advice and guidance.
Our Porcelain Range
View our Porcelain Slabs online, Visit Our Showroom to see them in person, or book an on-site consultation where our friendly sales staff will bring samples to you.
Why Homeowners Are Choosing Porcelain Benchtops
Homeowners love porcelain benchtops for their sleek design, durability, and resistance to stains, heat, and bacteria. Available in various finishes like gloss, matt, textured, and satin, they offer a long-lasting solution for any style or need.
Unlike stone benchtop options affected by the engineered stone ban, our porcelain benchtops are free from hazardous crystalline silica, ensuring a safer choice for your home.
Porcelain benchtops add value to your home and require minimal maintenance, keeping your kitchen looking great for years. With an easy-to-clean surface and timeless appeal, they’re a smart investment for any kitchen renovation.
Plus, we back our work with a Lifetime Guarantee on both workmanship and materials, giving you peace of mind.
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Porcelain Benefits
Porcelain is a versatile and durable material that is ideal for any area of your home, from kitchens and bathrooms to outdoor spaces. Porcelain’s strength ensures lasting beauty, while its non-porous surface keeps it hygienic and easy to maintain, making Porcelain a smart choice for modern living.
Heat Proof
Porcelain can withstand high temperatures, so you can place hot pots and pans directly on the surface without worrying about damage.
Stain & UV Proof
Porcelain is non-porous, resisting both stains and UV damage, ensuring its colour and finish remain vibrant and easy to clean and maintain.
Durability
Porcelain is highly resistant to scratches, chips, and cracks, making it a long-lasting option that can handle everyday wear and tear.
Hygienic + Antibacterial
The non-porous nature of porcelain prevents the growth of bacteria, mould, and mildew, making it a hygienic choice for areas prone to moisture, like bathrooms and kitchens.
Fingerprint & Streak Free
Porcelain resists fingerprints and streaks, maintaining a clean and polished look with minimal upkeep, ideal for kitchens and bathrooms.
Eco-Friendly
Porcelain is made from natural raw materials, 100% recyclable, and crystaline silica free, with a production process that is relatively environmentally friendly compared to some other materials.
Porcelain Benchtops Frequently Asked Questions
Porcelain is an ancient material that has been used all over the world for centuries for a variety of purposes. Recently, it has become a hot trend in Australia for use in the kitchen because of its versatility and durability. So why should you consider porcelain for your home renovation or kitchen makeover project? Here are some of the main questions you have answered:
What is porcelain?
Are porcelain benchtops expensive?
While porcelain might be up to 2000 years old, it is still a relatively new concept in Australia for use in kitchens for benchtops and splashbacks. As it is a new trend, that meant it could be expensive in the early days, but this price is coming down in a big way, and it is a much more cost-effective solution than other materials like stone.
What is the difference between porcelain and engineered stone?
Porcelain (Our Supernatural Range) is the most advanced material for Benchtops. It is a toughened Stone and is toughened at 1220°C and can withstand prolonged periods of fire and heat. I personally use it in my wood fire oven too. It is Stain Proof, Heat Proof & Thermal Shock Proof. Our Porcelain range comes with a LIFETIME guarantee.
Engineered Stone has been around for nearly 50 years, it was first created by Sir Marcello Toncelli and has been widely used in Australia for the past 20 years. It is not a toughened material and can not withstand high levels of heat. Sudden variation in temperature can thermally shock the material and it is not toughened like porcelain. Due to the high levels of silica (95%) in Engineered Stone, it has been highly criticised and has found to be causing silicosis disease in many stone masons where Waterjet cutting or Water cutting has not been used, especially dry cutting onsite.
Why is porcelain a popular option for benchtops?
Because porcelain can stand up to a lot of punishment, it is perfect for both outdoor and indoor cooking settings. Heat and the elements are not an issue, prolonged exposure to chemicals is not going to make it stain or fade, and cleaning is as simple as wiping with a soft cloth. It also boasts anti-bacterial qualities which makes it a hygienic option and it can also replicate more expensive marble options which makes it highly popular for use on kitchen benchtops.
How do you clean a porcelain benchtop?
Because porcelain is non-porous, you can easily use water and chemicals on it without fear of it seeping in the wood of your benches. It is resistant to pretty much everything, and you only need a damp cloth with a bit of water to make porcelain surfaces clean and shiny once more.