What are Classic Quartz worktops? Classic Quartz, frequently referred to as CQ Stone, is one of the UK's most popular and accessible engineered stone brands. Combining over 90% natural quartz crystals with high-quality resins, CQ delivers an exceptional balance of durability and affordability. They are renowned for their vast colour palette, which includes striking book-matched marble designs, industrial concretes and classic mirror chip styles. Completely non-porous and highly scratch-resistant, every Classic Quartz surface is backed by a robust 10-year manufacturer warranty, making it a reliable and cost-effective choice for any kitchen renovation.
Classic Quartz Portoro brings sophisticated marble elegance to your space with a deep charcoal base enriched by delicate gold veining. This Diamond collection piece combines timeless aesthetics with engineered durability, perfect for discerning homeowners seeking refined surfaces.
Misterio Mix features a light backdrop with layered veining in tones from grey to gold. Similar in character to Carrara, but with stronger, more expressive veining in mixed hues
Classic Quartz Skiron is a sophisticated marble effect worktop in soft grey tones from the Supreme collection. Fine, delicate veining runs throughout the surface, creating an understated elegance with subtle depth and character ideal for contemporary kitchens and bathrooms.
Classic Quartz Misterio Gold is a sophisticated marble effect worktop from the Supreme collection. Featuring elegant gold and white tones with delicate veining throughout, this polished surface brings refined elegance to any space.
Classic Quartz Misterio is an elegant white marble effect quartz from the Supreme collection. Soft grey veining flows gracefully across a pristine white base, creating a sophisticated and timeless aesthetic perfect for contemporary kitchens and bathrooms.
Classic Quartz Milky White is a sophisticated solid white quartz from the Supreme collection, featuring a clean, luminous finish that brings understated elegance to any space. Its pure white tone and polished surface offer versatile design appeal for contemporary and traditional settings alike.
Classic Quartz Calacatta Nova is a refined marble effect worktop featuring soft grey veining against a pristine white background. This Supreme collection piece captures the elegance of natural stone with contemporary engineering, offering timeless sophistication for discerning homes.
Classic Quartz Calacatta Grey brings elegant marble aesthetics to your surfaces with its soft grey tones and subtle veining. Part of the Supreme collection, this polished quartz delivers timeless sophistication with a refined, contemporary edge.
Classic Quartz Brillo Noir is a sophisticated black engineered quartz surface scattered with subtle white and metallic flecks throughout. This sparkle-effect worktop from the Brillo collection delivers understated elegance with contemporary appeal, perfect for modern kitchens and bathrooms.
Classic Quartz Brillo Branco is a pristine white quartz worktop with delicate sparkle detailing throughout. This elegant surface from the Brillo collection offers a clean, contemporary aesthetic perfect for modern kitchens and bathrooms.
Classic Quartz Tarragona is a sophisticated grey marble effect quartz worktop from the Premier collection, featuring subtle veining and a refined polished finish that brings understated elegance to any space.
Classic Quartz Light Carrara brings elegant marble aesthetics to your home with its soft white base and delicate grey veining. This Premier collection piece captures timeless sophistication through refined patterning and polished finish.
Classic Quartz Alaska is an elegant marble effect worktop featuring soft grey veining across a pristine white base. This Premier collection surface delivers timeless sophistication for contemporary kitchens and bathrooms.
Classic Quartz Ice Mix is a refined grey quartz worktop featuring a subtle sparkle finish that catches the light beautifully. Part of the Classic collection, this polished surface combines understated elegance with practical durability for any modern kitchen.
Classic Quartz Ice Branco is a crisp white engineered quartz surface from the Classic collection, featuring delicate sparkle detailing that catches the light beautifully. This polished finish worktop combines understated elegance with practical durability for contemporary kitchens and bathrooms.
Classic Quartz Glitter Noir is a striking black quartz worktop with a captivating sparkle finish. Fine glitter particles catch the light across a deep noir base, creating subtle shimmer and movement. Part of the Classic collection, this polished surface brings contemporary elegance to any space.
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~£954
from £186/m²
1 slab
Why Choose Classic Quartz for Your Kitchen?
CQ Stone is the perfect choice for homeowners who want a vast selection of modern aesthetics without paying the premium markup associated with global designer brands.
Accessible Luxury
Classic Quartz provides the highly sought-after look of premium Italian marble at a much more accessible price point, helping you keep your kitchen renovation strictly on budget.
Book-Matched Designs
Several of their premium marble-effect stones are available in dedicated left and right-handed slabs. This allows our expert fabricators to create a stunning, perfectly mirrored vein effect across large islands or dramatic waterfall edges.
Incredible Variety
Whether you are looking for a dazzling white sparkle, a minimalist solid grey or a heavily veined Calacatta, their catalogue is brilliantly diverse and constantly updated to reflect UK design trends.
UK Stock Reliability
Because Classic Quartz holds massive inventory levels right here in the UK, it is an exceptionally reliable brand for keeping your installation schedule on track.
Everyday Durability and Hygiene
Like all high-quality engineered stone, Classic Quartz is built to handle the demands of a busy family kitchen. The surface is completely non-porous, meaning bacteria cannot harbour within the stone. It naturally repels stains from tea, coffee, wine and spices. Furthermore, it never requires sealing or specialist chemical treatments. A simple wipe with warm soapy water is all you need to maintain its beautiful finish.
Brand Comparison: Classic Quartz vs Premium Brands
Feature
Classic Quartz (CQ)
Premium Brands (e.g., Caesarstone)
Price Point
Highly accessible (Budget to Mid-Range)
Premium Luxury
Colour Selection
Vast, trend-focused variety
Highly exclusive, bespoke designs
Book-Matching
Available on select marble ranges
Available on select luxury ranges
Warranty Length
10 Years
Up to 25 Years or Lifetime
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, Classic Quartz is a highly reputable and trusted brand across the UK stonemasonry trade. They use the same fundamental engineering process as the most expensive brands on the market, ensuring you receive a tough, non-porous and stain-resistant surface that will last for decades.
Book-matching is a process where two adjoining slabs of veined quartz are manufactured to mirror each other exactly, like the open pages of a book. When these two slabs are joined together in your kitchen, the veins flow seamlessly across the seam to create a spectacular, symmetrical centrepiece.
No, the natural quartz minerals within CQ Stone make it incredibly hard and highly resistant to scratching from everyday kitchen utensils. However, to preserve the polished factory finish, we always recommend using a standard chopping board rather than cutting directly on the surface.