Countertops are one of the biggest decisions in a kitchen project, and one of the most searched: “how much do granite countertops cost”, “is quartz more expensive than granite”, “how much is laminate”. The honest answer is that the material is only part of the price. Here are the factors that shape countertop cost in North Jersey, so you can plan your budget before you visit our Newark showroom.
1. The material: granite, quartz or laminate
Laminate is the budget-friendly choice and is cut to your custom size. Granite is natural stone, so every slab is unique. Quartz is an engineered stone with a consistent look and easy care. Within granite and quartz, some colors and patterns cost more than others. For the full comparison, read granite vs. quartz vs. laminate.
2. How much countertop your kitchen needs
Countertops are priced by how much surface your kitchen needs. An island, a peninsula, a breakfast bar or a full-height backsplash adds to the total. A simple sketch of your kitchen with the main measurements helps us give you an accurate number.
3. Cutouts and details
Each cutout for a sink or cooktop, the shape of the edge and special details such as a waterfall end add work, so they add to the price. Decide which details you really want before you compare quotes.
4. Color and pattern
Popular, widely available colors usually cost less than rare or dramatic patterns. If you love a bold stone, consider using it on the island only and a simpler surface on the perimeter.
5. Matching your cabinets
Countertops and cabinets work together, so it pays to choose them at the same time. At our showroom you can hold a countertop sample next to the kitchen cabinets and door styles you like, instead of guessing from photos.
What a countertop price usually does not include
We help you choose your countertops and cabinets in one place. We do not install; your own contractor handles installation, so include it when you compare quotes.
How to save on countertops
- Choose laminate for a laundry room, rental unit or a tight budget.
- Use a statement stone on the island and a simpler surface elsewhere.
- Keep the layout and sink location the same if you can.
- Choose fewer special edges and details.
Compare countertops at our showroom
See granite, quartz and laminate side by side, get help from our in-house design team and leave with an immediate estimate. Explore our granite, quartz and laminate countertops or request a free quote.
Serving North Jersey and New York City
Customers come to our Newark showroom from towns such as Hackensack and Fort Lee (Bergen County), Clifton and Paterson (Passaic County), Morristown and Parsippany (Morris County) and Edison and New Brunswick (Middlesex County), and from all five New York City boroughs.
Frequently asked questions
Is quartz more expensive than granite?
It depends on the color and pattern you choose. Some granite costs more than some quartz, and the other way around. Compare the exact colors you like at our showroom for a real number.
What is the most budget-friendly countertop?
Laminate is the most budget-friendly of the three, and we cut it to your custom size.
Do you install countertops?
No. We help you choose your countertops; your own contractor installs them.
Visit Kitchen Factory Newark
Our showroom is at 221 Frelinghuysen Ave, Newark, NJ 07114. We are open Monday to Friday 8:30 to 5:00 and Saturday 9:30 to 2:00 (closed Sunday), and walk-ins are welcome. Call 973-732-4850, send a WhatsApp or text to 973-732-4851, or request a free quote and we will contact you the same business day.
