StoneMatch Guide
Porcelain worktops.
Pros and cons before you buy.
Porcelain can combine strong technical performance with dramatic large-format design, but it needs the right specification and skilled fabrication.
Explore Porcelain →ProHeat & stain resistancePorcelain has strong resistance to heat and staining in normal kitchen use, subject to the manufacturer's care guidance.
ProSlim, modern profilesLarge-format slabs can create deliberately slim contemporary worktops and full-height splashbacks.
ConsiderFabrication mattersCut-outs, corners, edges and handling require appropriate fabrication techniques. The fabricator is an important part of the buying decision.
ConsiderEdge impactLike other hard slab materials, exposed edges can be vulnerable to heavy impact. Edge design and installation quality matter.
Design opportunity
Keep it slim.
Or build it up.
Porcelain can look excellent at its natural slim thickness, while technically suitable mitred build-ups can create a much heavier architectural appearance.
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What to check next
Use these related guides to refine your specification before comparing the complete installed price.