Browse Forums Kitchen Corner Re: Concrete benchtops? Anyone had them or have advice? 2Mar 12, 2012 4:55 pm I have them. I think from memory they cost about $1600 to upgrade from laminex. This included strengthening the base cabinets. It was much cheaper than caesar stone. We have been in our house for about 2 1/2 years now and there are a couple of stains. I put an oily spoon on the bench and the oil soaked in. Here are a couple of pics when we first moved in. And a close up pic. http://i241.photobucket.com/albums/ff245/rebel_radar/DSCN0691.jpg Re: Concrete benchtops? Anyone had them or have advice? 3Mar 12, 2012 7:41 pm They look great Meagan! It looks like they're ground and polished, is that right? I have seen examples where they are grey in colour but very smooth/polished looking. Can you tell me who made them and were they cast on site or in factory? Did that $1,600 include installation? Anything else you can tell me would be very helpful. Re: Concrete benchtops? Anyone had them or have advice? 4Mar 12, 2012 7:54 pm You're right they are ground and polished. Mine were made by a local cabinet maker in his factory. The $1600 was the upgrade cost from laminate and did include installation. Not sure what else I can tell you. Where about are you located? I am in Northern Victoria so my guy probably won't be an option. Re: Concrete benchtops? Anyone had them or have advice? 6Mar 12, 2012 9:17 pm I am up near Bendigo, where abouts are you? I have been looking at this style of concrete benchtop for my house form this webpage http://aringo.com.au/. Re: Concrete benchtops? Anyone had them or have advice? 7Mar 13, 2012 4:49 pm Those benchtops look amazing! I have sent you a pm with some info. wondering anyone built with omaxe homes and care to share their experiences. thanks 0 13782 That is a really good attitude Akin to you catch more flies with honey than vinegar. I do enjoy watching that tik tok inspector from Victoria but he does go a little… 12 81766 Hi everyone. I am a single mother with little daughter, living in a small tourist town in WA Australia. I am thinking to install security screens to all the doors and… 0 22354 |