A thin slab demands precise machining
A ceramic worktop is sintered stone, and the slab is large, hard and thinner than quartz or granite. That is why the result is decided at the factory: the cutting sequence, the rounding of cut-out corners and the support of the slab during transport. We machine ceramic on CNC machines at our own factory in Tallinn with the right diamond tooling and inspect every slab before loading. Our measurer visits the site in Finland with a laser, and the same team installs the worktop — responsibility is never passed to intermediaries and there is no retailer’s margin in the price.
Our range includes Dekton, Marazzi, Nuovo Corso and Atlas Plan. We hold 100+ stone materials in stock, so you can compare ceramic surfaces with quartz and natural stone on the same visit. At the measurement we look particularly at the support of overhangs, the distance from the hob to the edge and whether the splashback is made from the same slab. These are decided before cutting, because ceramic is not adjusted on site.
Which ceramic is right for you?
Ceramic slab surfaces fall into four looks. The marble look — a light base with grey or golden-brown veining — is the most requested; Dekton’s Natural series and the marble effects from Marazzi and Atlas Plan belong here. The concrete look is uniform and matt; Dekton’s Industrial and the handcrafted feel of the Kraftizen series suit a pared-back kitchen, and the Solid series offers plain single-colour surfaces. The metal look — patinated steel, rust, dark bronze — works on the side of an island and around a fireplace. The stone look imitates granite and slate, and Dekton’s Onirika series brings striking veins to a light base.
The shade of ceramic does not fade in the sun, so the same slab works for indoor and outdoor kitchens. A matt surface is the most common and hides fingerprints well; a glossy surface accentuates veining but shows dust. We go through the samples in the right light at the measurement and look at how the pattern continues across the joints.
Ceramic in the kitchen, bathroom and elsewhere
In the kitchen, ceramic takes a hot pan without a trivet, so it suits the area next to the hob and the island. In the bathroom the slab works as a vanity top, wall cladding and shower backdrop, because it does not absorb water or cosmetics. A covered outdoor kitchen and barbecue area are ceramic’s home ground: sunlight and frost do not change the colour. Fireplace surrounds, utility rooms and a splashback from the same slab complete the list. See kitchen stone worktops and splashbacks.
Ceramic compared with other stone worktops
| Property |
Ceramic |
Quartz |
Granite |
| Heat |
Withstands hot cookware |
Trivet needed |
Withstands a hot pan |
| Scratches |
Extremely hard surface |
Withstands everyday use |
Hard, very durable |
| Stains and care |
Non-porous, no sealing |
Non-porous, no sealing |
Sealing every few years |
| Outdoor use and UV |
Suitable outdoors, colour stays |
Not recommended |
Suitable outdoors |
| Appearance |
Marble, concrete, metal and stone looks |
Uniform, wide range of shades |
Lively natural-stone pattern |
What makes up the price of a ceramic worktop?
The price is affected by the slab series and thickness, the shape and square metres of the worktop, the edge profile, the number of cut-outs and the amount of installation work. Cutting sintered stone takes more machine time and wears tooling more than quartz, and a thin slab often needs a laminated front edge, i.e. a built-up edge, which adds handwork. We do not guess a price without seeing the site: we measure first and give a fixed quote in which the cut-outs and joints are already counted — straight from our factory with no intermediaries.
Care and durability in everyday life
Ceramic needs no sealing and no special products. Wipe the surface with water and a mild detergent; ordinary kitchen cleaners are fine too, as the surface is chemical-resistant. Hot cookware can be set straight on the worktop. The only thing to watch is a sharp knock to the edge or corner of the slab — a heavy cast-iron pot should be set down, not dropped. More instructions on the maintenance and cleaning page.
When is a ceramic worktop installed?
Delivery and installation in Finland — 10 working days from measurement. We agree the installation date at the measurement, and installation of an outdoor kitchen is timed to the weather. If required, we remove the old worktop and take care of appliance connections and plumbing as separately priced services, so you do not have to coordinate several contractors.
Can I claim the household deduction for installing a ceramic worktop?
You can claim the kotitalousvähennys (household deduction) for the installation work. We itemise the labour share as a separate line on the invoice; material and transport are not covered by the deduction. You claim the deduction yourself in OmaVero. Check the current terms and maximum amounts on vero.fi before ordering.
Ceramic worktop or quartz worktop?
Ceramic withstands heat and UV light, quartz does not; quartz in turn tolerates knocks to the edge better and feels warmer to the touch. If you cook a lot and set hot pans down on the worktop, choose ceramic. If you want a carefree, uniform surface for indoors, quartz is enough. We compare both at the measurement.
Can a splashback also be made from a ceramic slab?
Yes, and it is a common solution. The splashback is cut from the same slab as the worktop, so the shade and veining match. The slab withstands splashes and heat behind the hob, and the joints are placed at the edge of a cabinet or at a socket. Socket openings are machined at the factory to the measurements, not on site.
Request a quote and we will go through the ceramic series and thicknesses at the measurement — contact us.
