Recent Reports About Quartz Worktops:
What Customers Should Know

You may have seen recent news reports about health concerns linked to some quartz worktops. We understand this may cause worry, so we want to explain the issue clearly.

The key point

100% Silica-Free Quartz Overlays

Quicktops quartz overlay worktops are
100% SILICA-FREE

Our quartz overlays are supplied through Quartzize, the UK’s only quartz overlay specialist offering silica-free quartz overlays.

What the recent reports are about

The issue highlighted in the media is not about a finished worktop being used in your home.

The concern relates to fine silica dust that can be released when silica-containing stone is cut, ground or polished during manufacture.

This is especially important where materials are processed in factories or workshops that fall short of modern safety standards.

Why our quartz overlays are different

Quartzize has invested millions into silica-free quartz overlay production.

Our overlay material is:

  • 100% silica-free
  • Cut using water-suppressed machinery
  • Prepared in controlled factory conditions
  • Designed to be fitted over existing worktops
  • Usually fitted in a single day

What this means for customers

You can still enjoy the look and practicality of quartz overlay worktops, while choosing a product range developed specifically around silica-free overlay material.

Our quartz overlays are fitted directly over your existing worktops, helping to create a stylish kitchen update with less mess, less disruption and no full rip-out.

Premium quartz overlay finishes for kitchens

Have questions?

Our team will be happy to talk you through our silica-free quartz overlay system, how it is prepared, and how it can work as part of your kitchen makeover.

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Questions About Silica-Free Quartz Overlays

Here are some of the most common questions customers may have after seeing recent reports.

No. The concern highlighted in the media relates to fine silica dust released when silica-containing stone is cut, ground or polished.

Yes. Quicktops quartz overlays are supplied through Quartzize and are 100% silica-free.

Quartzize uses controlled factory conditions and water-suppressed cutting machinery.

Silica-free quartz overlay gives you the stylish look of quartz overlay worktops, while using a material developed without silica.
For customers, it means you can enjoy a premium kitchen finish, fitted over your existing worktops, usually in a single day — with the added confidence that Quartzize has invested heavily in a modern silica-free overlay system.

No. Silica-free does not mean inferior.
Our silica-free quartz overlays are designed to offer a premium finish, stylish colour options and the practical everyday surface customers expect from quartz overlay worktops — while removing silica from the overlay material itself.
It is still a high-quality overlay worktop solution, fitted directly over your existing surfaces for a fast, stylish kitchen update.

Quartz Overlay Worktops

We can install stunning replacement worktops that will transform the look of your kitchen.

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    White Sparkle – Quartz

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    Plantino Glitter – Quartz

  • White Glitter Quartz Swatch

    White Glitter – Quartz

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    Bulgaria Dark – Quartz

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    Calcatta Canyon – Quartz

  • Calcatta Retro

    Calcatta Retro – Quartz

  • Green Jade

    Green Jade – Quartz

  • Vitton

    Vitton – Quartz

  • Cornflower Blue

    Cornflower Blue

  • Champaign Glitter

    Champagne Glitter

  • Biscotto

    Biscotto

  • Pino Argento Quartz Overlay

    Pino Argento

  • Rose Argento

    Rose Argento

  • Grigo Glitter Quartz Swatch

    Grigo Glitter – Quartz

  • Carrera Gold Quartz Swatch

    Carrera Gold – Quartz

  • Sasso Riso Quartz Swatch

    Sasso Riso – Quartz

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    Sabbia Riso – Quartz

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    Macchia Nero – Quartz

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    Grigio Argento – Quartz

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    Crema Argento – Quartz

  • Carrera Marble Quartz Swatch

    Carrera Marble – Quartz

  • Black Sparkle Quartz Swatch

    Black Sparkle – Quartz

  • Bianco Riso Quartz Swatch

    Bianco Riso – Quartz

  • Arabesque Marble Quartz Swatch

    Arabesque Marble – Quartz

  • Terrazzo Quartz Swatch

    Terrazzo – Quartz

  • Beige Glitter Quartz Swatch

    Beige Glitter – Quartz

  • Travertine

    Travertine

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Not sure which style would suit your kitchen? Arrange a free home visit and we’ll talk you through the options.

See the Difference Quartz Overlays Make

Our quartz overlays transform Old Worktops into high-end, modern surfaces – all in a day!

  • Arabesque Quartz Overlays

    Abergavenny Kitchen Transformation

  • Vitton Quartz Overlays

    Yeovil Kitchen Transformation

  • Bianco Riso Quicktops

    Cardiff Kitchen Transformation with Bianco Riso Overlays

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    Ivybridge, Devon Kitchen Transformation

  • Sasso Riso Quicktops

    Southampton Kitchen Transformation with Sasso Riso Overlays

  • White Gitter Quicktops

    Trowbridge Kitchen Transformation with White Glitter Overlays

  • Kitchen Makeover in Fareham

  • Light Grey Matt Doors & Carrara Gold Quartz

  • Calacatta Canyon Quartz Overlays

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tina earley
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tina earley
11 February 2026

I would give 10 stars if I could. Outstanding from initial enquiry to the incredible fitters .Love my kitchen now .Thank you so much .It feels like a million dollars

norry hutchison
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norry hutchison
19 November 2025

What an easy way to get rid of tired and no longer wanted work tops without the chaos. Just pop the new ones on top of the old. From the first visit when the biggest challenge was to make a decision about which worktop and sink to choose, through the surveyor’s visit to the installation itself, all ran smoothly. The worktops arrived the day before and all the waste was taken away a couple of days later. The day of installation was incredibly wet and windy - but the installer came prepared with an outdoor shelter and made the minimum of mess in terrible conditions. We are very pleased and would certainly recommend this as an easy solution to brighten up a dull kitchen

C A
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C A
27 October 2025

Excellent organisation. Lovely fitting team. Clean and tidy and professional. Tal at Quick Tops and Cameron the fitter - can’t fault them, the product or the after sales service.

chris neaves
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chris neaves
15 October 2025

From the first meeting with the rep who explained everything, through the selecting and delivery, to the final fitting everything was explained and carried out very professionally. All arranged dates were met and they even arranged a collection of the old fittings that were replaced. Excellent service.

Franco Antiri
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Franco Antiri
15 October 2025

Absolutely fantastic, work tops is brilliant , so pleased , Franco

Sally Pierce
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Sally Pierce
9 October 2025

Has elevated look of kitchen

Joy Edwards1
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Joy Edwards1
24 September 2025

We are very happy with the service and product. Superb professional fitter (Adam) who respected us and our property and made sure we had input on day of installation. No hesitation in recommending based on our experience.

Lorna Gledhill
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Lorna Gledhill
27 July 2025

Love my new worktop done so quick & professional, the sink that comes with it is awesome👌 😄

Susan Clayton
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Susan Clayton
22 July 2025

Absolutely thrilled with my new quartz work tops. Excellent workmanship . Professional and friendly from salesman to surveyor to fitting . Excellent definitely recommend 100%

Diana López Pons
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Diana López Pons
14 July 2025

We got our kitchen worktops, sparkly quartz overlays, from Quitops and could not be happier. Since the first quotation visit with Bob, following the templating surveyor visit with Piotr, and then having Artur and Andy installing them. Leaving everything nicely fitted and tidy after their work. Mel the account manager was also very good in keeping us updated throughout the process. It took a month from first visit to installation. 100% recommended. Thank you!!

G partridge
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G partridge
4 July 2025

GREAT COMPANY BRILLIANT KITCHEN TRANSFORM GREAT PRODUCT AND CUSTOMER SERVICE.

Diane Kovacs
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Diane Kovacs
28 May 2025

My experience with quick tops was really good.from the 1st visit to completion.i’m so thrilled with my worktop overlays I would recommend them to anyone.the fitter was called Andy.he worked so hard and did an excellent job.

Claire Lloyd-Fox
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Claire Lloyd-Fox
27 May 2025

Absolutely delighted with my new quartz kitchen worktops, they look superb! Mel At the office was super helpful and really friendly, and kept me informed every step of the way, and Nicolai the fitter was amazing, and definitely went the extra mile to provide me with a first class service! Highly recommend, I’m truly delighted, thank you so much! xxx

Paul Jones
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Paul Jones
23 May 2025

From first enquiry to completion was very straight forward and apart from a little confusion on installation times the end product has transformed my kitchen. Very impressed with Dai and Kam's work and professionalism. Would definitely recommend this company .

Gillian Hopes
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Gillian Hopes
11 March 2025

Very pleased with everything from the sales rep & surveyor to the delivery and installation. My worktops are stunning & make my kitchen look fabulous. The quartz sink is great as well. Communication with Quicktops was very good and I thoroughly them.

toni lea
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toni lea
7 March 2025

Great service, from start to finish ! Communication was amazing, we had a small issue with the worktop fit initially . It had some cracks at the joints ( probably from the factory) but .. after reporting the issue, they came 2 days later to rectify it !! Great company, so in love with my worktops 😊

Marilyn Dawson
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Marilyn Dawson
7 February 2025

We found QuickTops, a very good company , from the first workman until the end they were all brilliant. So pleased with our new work tops , they did a brilliant job. Would recommend Quick Tops

Derek wylam
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Derek wylam
17 January 2024

All done in one day. Professional work. We were delighted it total transformed the look of the kitchen. All rubbish was picked up and took away.

Luke Howroyd
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Luke Howroyd
16 January 2024

I recently had worktops installed and I am happy with the product itself. I’ve been left disappointed with the service hence the lower rating. After initially measuring up incorrectly and only being picked up by the first installer this lead to a further delay of 2 weeks. I was offered 2 complimentary quartz chopping boards because of the error. When the new piece was delivered the boards weren’t included. The new fitters arrived and installed well however they left an unacceptable mess where they had been cutting the pieces. I was also left with a 2 metre off cut of wood which I have no way of transporting due to its size. After writing to QuickTops via their website I have heard nothing about the complimentary chopping boards or the mess/excess left behind. This product could be excellent if the service matched it. Edit - after a few weeks QuickTops did respond and were very apologetic and confirmed the mess was unacceptable. They provided the chopping boards. Therefore changed 3 star review to 4 as they were let down by the installer

Martyn Ash
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Martyn Ash
21 November 2023

The finished product looks fantastic.

Peni Malson
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Peni Malson
4 October 2023

The confusion on confirming a date was really frustrating, but the day eventually came yesterday and today and the fitter Wayne arrived. His skills and workmanship was every bit 5 star and I cannot thank him enough for the care and respect he showed both to me and my kitchen. He certainly went the extra mile and the finished product is stunning. Thank you Wayne.