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What Are Stone Benchtops?
Installing stone benchtops offers a long-lasting and fashionable surface option for both kitchen and bathroom spaces and is available in multiple variations, including granite as well as marble and engineered stone options.
Granite impresses with its natural beauty and toughness, whereas marble delivers an elegant, timeless look but needs extra care because it can stain. Engineered stone blends natural stone with resin to deliver unmatched consistency along with superior durability.
Step By Step Chip Repair Process
At MSM Stone, we use precision and expertise to ensure seamless, durable stone bonding with high-quality epoxy—here’s our professional process:
Surface Preparation: We thoroughly clean stone surfaces using specialized degreasers, removing dust, dirt, and moisture to ensure maximum epoxy adhesion and long-lasting durability.
Mixing the Epoxy: Our experts carefully measure and blend high-quality stone epoxy with the correct hardener ratio, ensuring a strong, even, and bubble-free mixture.
Application: We evenly spread the mixed epoxy onto the stone’s bonding areas, ensuring full coverage to create a seamless, durable, and precise joint.
Securing the Bond: To guarantee a firm hold, we align and press the stone pieces together, using clamps or supports to prevent movement during the curing phase.
Curing Process: The epoxy is left to cure for the required duration. Heat may be applied if necessary to enhance strength and structural integrity.
Finishing Touches: Once fully cured, we sand, shape, and polish the joints to seamlessly blend with the stone’s natural texture for a flawless finish.
Professional Stone Benchtop Repair Services
Choose expert stonemasons to restore your benchtop with professional precision and care instead of DIY solutions. Professionals utilise superior materials and sophisticated methods to create flawless repairs which match your stone surface perfectly.
Professional damage assessments coupled with repair warranties ensure durable quality and provide you with peace of mind.
Reach out to us now for expert restoration services that ensure durable results.
Opt for a classic marble benchtop, renowned for its timeless design thanks to its ability to withstand the rigours of daily use in your bathroom or kitchen.
Our granite benchtops boast a high-gloss finish, along with scratch and heat resistance, making them a perfect choice for kitchen stone benchtop installations.
Our dekton stone benchtops promise an exquisite aesthetic, composed from no less than 20 materials to maximise its properties, including glass, quartz and porcelain, for a truly mesmerising look.
Experience the serene elegance of a limestone benchtop, ideal for adding a touch of natural beauty to your kitchen or bathroom. Renowned for its subtle hues and unique textures, limestone offers both aesthetic appeal and practical functionality.
Porcelain is a highly versatile natural stone material, perfect for outdoor barbeque solutions due to its durability, heat and weather resistance.
Excellence in Stone Craftsmanship
From luxurious stone benchtops to stunning wall features, MSM Stone partners with Australia’s finest suppliers to craft custom masterpieces. Our expert solutions bring natural beauty to every space, with quality that stands the test of time. Explore our other installation services below:
We install premium stone cladding with meticulous attention to detail, transforming ordinary walls into striking architectural features.
We design custom stone vanities that blend practical storage with natural luxury, creating stunning features for your bathroom space.
We offer custom stone fireplaces with unmatched precision that can create warm gathering spaces filled with character and charm.
We handcraft custom stone tables that can transform dining spaces into memorable gathering places, creating timeless centrepieces with aesthetics.
We craft custom stone basins with on point precision, transforming everyday spaces into stunning displays of natural elegance.
Our work speaks for itself
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Surface Restoration & Resurfacing
To restore a stone benchtop’s lustre, you must clean it, polish it and then seal it to improve its beauty and longevity.
The restoration process starts by deeply cleaning the stone with a pH-neutral cleaner which eliminates dirt and stains without causing damage to the stone. After cleaning, fine abrasive polishing removes scratches while bringing back the stone’s original shine.
A superior sealer application safeguards the benchtop from moisture damage, stains, and wear while ensuring its pristine appearance and durability.
Cost Considerations: Repair vs Replacement
Sourcing premium materials such as granite or marble requires a substantial investment because each slab needs cutting, polishing and customisation for placement. Repairing benchtops directly prevents unnecessary expenses because it focuses on fixing minor damage rather than replacing the full surface.
Granite benchtop repair typically involves refinishing procedures to regain its polished finish whereas marble benchtop repair requires specific methods to keep its natural beauty.
Existing benchtop removal needs skilled workers and may cause additional expenses when modifications to cabinetry or plumbing become necessary. With professional repair, you can restore your benchtop’s beauty and durability at a fraction of the cost.
Preventing Stonebenchtop Chips
A few basic precautions must be observed to maintain your stone benchtops’ pristine condition and extend their lifespan. Preventing knife-induced scratches and chips requires the use of cutting boards during food preparation.
Protect your surface from heat damage by placing hot pots and pans on trivets or heat mats. To protect surfaces such as marble from absorbing liquids you should immediately clean up water and oil spills.
You should reseal your benchtops at regular intervals to preserve their protective finish and maintain their pristine condition.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Repairing a stone benchtop involves:
- Evaluate the damage by identifying whether it is a chip, crack, or stain.
- Ensure proper adhesion by fully removing all debris and dirt from the area.
- Fill stone benchtop chips or cracks with epoxy or acrylic adhesive that matches the stone colour.
- Curing – Allow the adhesive to fully harden.
- Polish the surface by sanding away excess material to achieve a smooth finish.
- Apply a protective sealant to ensure it integrates seamlessly with the existing surface.
Replacement costs for your stone benchtop range from $2,500 to $3,000+, which varies according to the materials and installation charges.
- Engineered stone: $400–$600 per square metre + installation.
- Natural stone: Costs vary based on rarity and thickness.
- Labour and removal fees: Increase total expenses.
- Repairing minor damage tends to be cheaper than replacing the entire item.
Specialised epoxy and acrylic adhesives can provide solutions for repairing small hairline cracks. However, engineered stone structures with major cracks need professional reinforcement or full replacement. Seek the advice of a specialist to find the most appropriate solution.
Yes, resurfacing involves:
- Deep cleaning to remove dirt and stains.
- Grinding with diamond pads to smooth imperfections.
- Polishing to restore shine.
- Applying a protective sealant for durability.
Resurfacing works well for dull or slightly scratched benchtops but does not repair deep cracks.
Appropriate repair techniques for damaged countertops vary according to the material used. To restore damaged stone countertops you need to use epoxy or acrylic fillers then polish the surface and reseal it. Patching or resurfacing will restore laminate surfaces and wood countertops require sanding followed by refinishing.
Achieving long-lasting results on stone benchtops requires the use of specialised repair techniques.
Repair is the better choice if:
- The damage is minor, such as chips, small cracks, or stains.
- The structural integrity is still intact.
- The repair cost is significantly lower than replacement.
When countertops show extensive damage or outdated design alongside structural problems a complete replacement becomes the preferable choice.
Following these steps will preserve your benchtop’s durability while increasing its lifespan.
- Always use cutting boards instead of cutting directly on your surface.
- Protect your benchtop surface by avoiding heavy objects being placed on it.
- Clean spills quickly – Prevent stains and etching.
- Place coasters and mats under items to shield your surface from both heat damage and acidic marks.
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