You Don’t Need a New Kitchen — Just New Worktops

Here’s something kitchen companies won’t tell you: most of the time, your cabinets are absolutely fine. They’re solid, they work, they’ve got years of life left in them. It’s the worktops that let the side down — chipped laminate, scratched timber, stained solid surfaces that have seen better days.

Replacing your worktops with quartz, granite or marble completely changes how your kitchen looks and feels. It’s the single most impactful upgrade you can make. New stone worktops on existing cabinets will make the whole room look like a different kitchen. We see it every week — customers who were ready to spend fifteen or twenty grand on a full refit, then realise they can get the transformation they want for a fraction of that.

Our “Replace Only” Service

This is what we do day in, day out. We remove your old worktops, fit brand new stone surfaces on top of your existing cabinets, and leave you with a kitchen that looks like it cost three times what it did.

Your units stay exactly where they are. Your plumbing stays in place. Your tiling stays on the wall. We simply take off the old tops and put new ones on. It’s cleaner, faster and far less disruptive than ripping out the whole kitchen.

What About the Cabinets?

Sometimes a cabinet or two needs a bit of attention before new worktops go on. Maybe a carcass has swollen slightly where water got in, or a corner unit isn’t quite level anymore. That’s fine — we have a carpenter on hand who can sort out minor repairs, replace a damaged panel, or adjust units so everything sits perfectly before the stone goes down.

We’re not a full kitchen fitting company, and we’ll always be honest if your cabinets genuinely need replacing rather than patching up. But in the vast majority of cases, a bit of TLC is all that’s needed.

How It Works

1. Send us photos and dimensions — snap a few pictures of your current kitchen and give us the rough measurements. A quick sketch showing the layout helps too. You can email these to info@ipstone.co.uk or send them via WhatsApp.
2. Free quote — we’ll come back to you with a detailed price, usually within 24 hours. We’ll recommend materials that suit your budget and style.
3. Templating — once you’re happy, we send our templater to your home. They use a digital laser system to map every edge, cutout and angle to the millimetre. This is what ensures a perfect fit.
4. Fitting day — our team arrives, removes the old worktops, installs the new stone surfaces, connects your sink and hob, and seals everything up. Most replacements take a single day. You’ll be making dinner on your new worktops that evening.

In a rush? Our 5-day fast-track service takes you from template to fitted kitchen in just five working days. Perfect if you’re working to a deadline or just can’t wait.

Materials Available

You can choose from any stone in our range:

• Quartz — from £250/sqm installed. Over 1,000 colours. Non-porous, zero maintenance, consistent colour. Our most popular choice for replacements.
• Granite — from £300/sqm installed. Natural stone, unique patterns, completely heat-proof. A brilliant choice if you want character and durability.
• Marble — from £350/sqm installed. The luxury option. Carrara, Calacatta, Statuario and dozens more. Needs a bit more care, but nothing else matches it for beauty.

Not sure which material suits you? That’s what the consultation is for. We’ll talk you through the pros and cons of each, bring samples if you like, and help you make a decision you’ll be happy with for years.

How Much Does a Worktop Replacement Save?

A full kitchen refit — new cabinets, worktops, appliances, plumbing, tiling, electrics — typically runs between £10,000 and £25,000 depending on the size and spec. A worktop-only replacement with quality stone starts from around £2,000 to £3,000 for a standard-sized kitchen.

That’s a serious saving. And honestly, if your cabinets are structurally sound, new worktops deliver 90% of the visual impact for 20% of the cost. It’s the smartest renovation move going.

Beyond the money, there’s the disruption factor. A full refit means weeks without a functioning kitchen — washing dishes in the bathroom, living off takeaways, tripping over fitters every morning. A worktop replacement? One day. Two at most for larger kitchens. Your kitchen is out of action for a few hours, not a few weeks.

Why IP Stone?

We’re worktop specialists based in Thame, Oxfordshire, with over 15 years of experience. Worktop replacements are our bread and butter — we do them constantly, and we’ve got the process refined to cause you as little hassle as possible. Our own team handles every stage, from the first phone call to the final seal. No subcontractors, no miscommunication, no surprises.

We cover London, the Home Counties and the wider South East.