Top 3 Laminate Worktop Manufacturers

Before you consider purchasing a worktop online we always recommend researching the manufacturer before committing to the sale. Replacing your kitchen worktop is not something you will do many times in your life so ensuring you are buying a quality worktop that will not go out of ‘fashion’ and that is resilient to the hustle and bustle of life is paramount. Here are some key points we’ve put together for you to consider throughout your buying journey

• Are they a well-known manufacturer of worktops?
• Do they guarantee the worktops against manufacturing defects?
• Do they have a good selection of decors?
• Do they have good customer reviews?
• How easy is it to buy from them?
• How easy are they to install?
• Do their products come with the appropriate installation, care and maintenance guides?

So who are the most well-known manufacturers of laminate worktops?

We have formed a list of our top 3 leading manufacturers, that we trust and recommend to our customers and the reasons why we love them!

• Formica
  Out of all the manufacturers Formica have been around the longest! Since 1912 we believe! Their worktops have evolved over the decades providing consumers with stunning, quality worktops and decorative surfaces that truly stand the test of time. Their two main laminate brands are Prima and Axiom serving customers with over 80 designs across the collections. Why we love them – Prima worktops are one of the most affordable worktop brands on the market that offer super stylish, durable surfaces. Their collection comprises of light and warm wood effect designs, engineered stones and solid colours. They all have a 38mm thick tight curved edge and come in 4.1m and 3m lengths. Axiom worktops comprise of 50 stunning designs from rustic woods to contemporary stones and elegant marble designs.  All Axiom countertops have a 38mm thick curved and square edge profiles and a more contemporary 22mm square edge. Whatever your style, there’s a worktop to compliment your home. Now let’s talk about guarantee for a moment. Formica offers a 10-year guarantee across both worktop ranges on their worktops, splashbacks and upstands. If a product fails to conform due to manufacturing defects Formica (under their own discretion) will repair/replace the product free of charge. Just make sure you read the guarantee in full and refer to the installation and maintenance guides upon purchase of their products.

• Duropal
  Since 1958 Duropal has been a world leader in the manufacturing of decorative high pressure laminate (HPL). They are continuously developing their product to ensure we are served with durable, functional, stylish worktops. They offer the perfect alternative to natural materials such as stone and marble. Why we love them – Choose between between a unique 2mm ‘Cubix’ profile which creates a modern, square edge appearance and a tried and tested 3mm ‘Quadra’ profile. You also have the choice out of a traditional 40mm thick worktop or a modern, sleek 20mm thin worktop. Perfect for those wanting to create clean, straight lines in a contemporary living space. All Duropal worktops with both Cubix and Quadra profiles come with a unique seal designed to ensure a lifetime protection against moisture and steam. The manufacturer also offers a 7-year guarantee against any defects/failures that occurred during the manufacturing process

• Bushboard
  Bushboard have been developing kitchen and bathroom surfaces since 1935. They guarantee their worktops and products for a lifetime! They will make good by repair or replacement if the product fails to conform by reason of defect in its manufacturer. Now on to the good stuff.. Why we love them – they have a whopping 100 decors choice from across their Omega worktop and Options worktop collections. They have created a portfolio of realistic wood and stone effect designs to modern, abstract and lifelike textures and designs. Their surfaces have been created using hard wearing laminate with antibacterial protection ensuring your worktop is not only durable but also hygienic and stylish too.  With a great selection of post formed edge and square edge worktops in 40mm, 28mm and 20mm thicknesses we are confident with this breadth of choice you will have no problem finding a solution that suits your home and budget.

 
In summary, we love all these manufacturers! They all offer stunning worktop designs that are affordable and hardwearing. But you can make your own assumptions by reading through their brochures and simply researching the companies online or speaking with family and friends about their own experiences. We hope we’ve made this a little easier for you choose but if you still want more information feel free to download the brochures below.