Kitchen Worktops Ireland | Porcelain, Marble & Modern Stone Designs

Choosing the Right Kitchen Worktop

for Modern Homes in Ireland

What we are installing right now

Modern kitchen worktop installation in Ireland by Not Just Granite — Clean lines, calm surface movement, modern detailing.

Contemporary stone worktop detail for modern Irish kitchens — Light-reflective tones that suit open-plan spaces.

Low-maintenance modern worktop finish installed in an Irish home — Low-maintenance finishes for day-to-day living.

How Kitchen Worktops in Ireland Have Evolved

This guide reflects how we speak with customers every day. It is based on what we are actually installing in Irish homes right now, not outdated trends. If you are researching kitchen worktops Ireland homeowners genuinely prefer today, this is where to start.

Irish kitchens have changed significantly over the past decade. Open-plan layouts, handleless units, and cleaner design lines now define modern homes. With that change, expectations around worktops have evolved too.

Calm, consistent surfaces that do not overpower the space and work with modern cabinetry.
Large format slabs with subtle patterning that feel more architectural than decorative.
Light-reflective colours that keep open-plan kitchens bright and timeless.
Low maintenance performance that suits busy households and everyday cooking.

As a result, many of the kitchens featured on our Projects page showcase porcelain and marble-inspired finishes rather than traditional granite. This reflects the wider direction of worktops in Ireland moving toward.

Worktop comparison

Porcelain vs Marble Worktops for Modern Homes in Ireland

Porcelain is the modern standard for low maintenance performance and consistent design. Marble is timeless, but in modern Irish kitchens it is used more selectively: statement islands and feature areas where natural character matters most.

Porcelain

Porcelain Worktops: The Modern Standard in Irish Kitchens

Porcelain has become one of the most requested materials we install at Not Just Granite. It suits modern kitchens perfectly, both visually and practically.

Why porcelain worktops work so well in Ireland:

Highly resistant to heat, scratches, and staining.
Ideal for slim modern edge profiles.
Consistent colour and veining across large slabs.
Suitable for islands, splashbacks, and waterfall ends.

Marble-inspired porcelains such as Calacatta Hermitage offer the elegance of natural stone with far greater durability, which is why they are increasingly popular for kitchen worktops in Ireland.

Porcelain (visual reference)

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Porcelain vs Marble: at a glance

A quick way to decide what suits your kitchen style and day-to-day use. Porcelain is typically chosen for performance and consistency. Marble is chosen for natural character and a more design-led statement.

Criteria	Porcelain	Marble
Best for	Busy kitchens, family homes, cooking and everyday use.	Statement islands, feature zones and natural character.
Everyday performance	Excellent resistance to heat, scratches and staining.	Beautiful natural stone that benefits from mindful day-to-day use.
Look and feel	Consistent colour and veining across large slabs (clean, modern lines).	Natural variation and warmth that manufactured surfaces cannot fully replicate.
How it’s used today	Islands, splashbacks and waterfall ends with slim modern edges.	Statement islands and feature areas paired with wood, matt cabinetry and soft lighting.

Marble

Marble Worktops: Timeless Stone Used the Modern Way

Marble remains one of the most beautiful materials you can bring into a kitchen. What has changed is how it is used.

In modern Irish homes, we often see marble used for:

Statement islands that anchor the full kitchen design.
Feature areas rather than full perimeters.
Pairing with wood, matt cabinetry, and soft lighting.

Natural marble brings warmth and character that manufactured surfaces cannot fully replicate. For homeowners who appreciate natural variation and are comfortable with light maintenance, marble remains a standout option.

Marble (visual reference)

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Practical alternative

Marble-Effect Engineered Stone: A Practical Alternative

A major trend across kitchen worktops Ireland is the rise of engineered stone surfaces that replicate marble beautifully. These finishes let homeowners achieve a timeless look while enjoying the practical benefits expected in modern kitchens. You can explore more in our Collections.

Non-porous and hygienic, ideal for everyday food prep.
Very low maintenance, so it suits busy homes.
Consistent veining and colour across slabs for a clean look.
Family-friendly performance without losing the marble aesthetic.

Marble-effect finishes now span multiple modern surfaces, from engineered quartz to Italian porcelain. A porcelain look like Calacatta Hermitage gives dramatic, high-end movement, while engineered quartz options deliver the everyday reliability busy kitchens need.

Colour references (visual aid)

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Modern perspective

Why Granite Is No Longer the Main Choice

Granite is still a durable and reliable material, but it is no longer the automatic choice for modern kitchens.

Granite patterns can feel too busy for minimalist spaces.
Colour ranges are often more limited compared to modern surfaces.
It can be harder to achieve seamless, large-format looks.

At Not Just Granite, granite is now one option rather than the starting point. Most clients looking for modern kitchen worktops are better served by porcelain, marble, or engineered stone solutions.

Current favourites

Current Colour Trends for Kitchen Worktops in Ireland

Across our projects, the most popular colours include soft whites and warm off-whites, light greys with subtle veining, neutral stone tones, and calm minimal finishes. These colours reflect light well, helping kitchens feel brighter and more spacious.

Soft whites and warm off-whites
Light greys with subtle veining
Neutral stone tones
Calm, minimal finishes

Colour references (visual aid)

These match the tones listed above

Next step

Thinking About New Kitchen Worktops?

Browse our Projects, explore our Porcelain Worktops, and view our Marble Worktops. When you are ready, we will help you choose a surface that suits your home, your lifestyle, and your kitchen.

That is how we do things at Not Just Granite.

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Choosing the Right Kitchen Worktop

for Modern Homes in Ireland

How Kitchen Worktops in Ireland Have Evolved

Porcelain vs Marble Worktops for Modern Homes in Ireland