Granite Worktop Cost in Ireland: 2026 Price Guide
Granite worktops are having a revival. After years of being overshadowed by engineered quartz, natural granite is back in favour with Irish homeowners and kitchen designers who want authenticity and a surface that looks genuinely different to anything manufactured. Each slab is unique: no two granite kitchens are identical.
But it’s still a significant investment, and understanding what you should be paying before approaching suppliers puts you in a much stronger position.
Granite worktop costs in Ireland (2026)
Cost per linear metre (supply and installation)
| Granite type | Cost per linear metre |
|---|---|
| Standard imported granite (blacks, greys) | €250–€400 |
| Mid-range granite (wider colour range) | €350–€500 |
| Premium granite (rare colours, exotic origins) | €500–€800+ |
| Irish granite (Wicklow, Galway grey) | €350–€600 |
Typical full kitchen worktop costs
| Kitchen size | Estimated total (supply and fit) |
|---|---|
| Small kitchen (3–4 linear metres) | €1,800–€3,000 |
| Medium kitchen (5–7 linear metres) | €2,500–€4,500 |
| Large kitchen (8–10 linear metres) | €3,500–€6,000+ |
These costs include supply, fabrication (cutting to size, edge profiling, sink cut-out), and installation. They do not include upstands, splashbacks, or appliance cut-outs, which are typically quoted separately.
What’s included in a granite worktop quote?
A complete granite worktop quote should cover:
- Templating: the fabricator visits to take precise measurements of your kitchen
- Fabrication: the slab is cut to your dimensions, edges are profiled, and sink/hob cut-outs are made
- Supply of the stone
- Installation: the worktop is brought in and fixed to your units
- Basic sealing: most fabricators apply a sealant before handover
What’s usually not included: upstands, splashbacks cut from the same stone, island waterfall edges, and complex or multiple sink cut-outs. These add to cost and should be specified in any quote you compare.
What affects the price of a granite worktop in Ireland?
Stone origin and rarity Basic black granite from quarries in South Africa or China is competitively priced. Rarer colours: deep blues, vivid greens, dramatic golds, command a premium. Irish granite from Wicklow or Galway costs more than standard imports but has the advantage of being genuinely local.
Thickness The standard worktop thickness in Ireland is 30mm. 20mm worktops are available and cheaper; 40mm or 50mm thick “waterfall” slabs are considerably more expensive.
Edge profile A simple pencil or bull-nose edge is the cheapest to fabricate. More complex profiles: ogee, bevel, mitred, take longer and cost more. For an island, a full waterfall edge (stone running down the side to the floor) adds significantly.
Number of cut-outs Each sink or hob cut-out requires precision cutting and adds to fabrication time. An undermount sink cut-out is more complex than a drop-in and costs more.
Upstands and splashbacks If you want the matching granite to continue up the wall as an upstand or splashback, this is typically quoted as a separate item. Budget €100–€300 for upstands; a full-height splashback in the same granite can add €500–€1,500.
Granite vs quartz: which is right for an Irish kitchen?
This is the most common question Irish homeowners ask before commissioning a worktop.
| Granite | Quartz | |
|---|---|---|
| Natural or engineered | 100% natural stone | Engineered (90% ground quartz + resin) |
| Appearance | Unique per slab | Consistent, uniform |
| Heat resistance | Excellent | Good, but resin can discolour at very high heat |
| Stain resistance | Good when sealed | Excellent: non-porous |
| Scratch resistance | Very good | Very good |
| Maintenance | Requires sealing every 1–2 years | None required |
| Cost (Ireland) | €250–€600/linear metre | €300–€600/linear metre |
| Repairability | Chips can be filled | Difficult to repair seamlessly |
Choose granite if you want a fully natural material, enjoy the uniqueness of each slab, and don’t mind the occasional re-seal. Irish granite is particularly good if provenance matters to you.
Choose quartz if you want zero maintenance, consistent colour and pattern, and a surface that’s genuinely forgiving of red wine and olive oil.
Irish granite: what’s available?
Ireland has its own granite quarries producing distinctive material:
Wicklow granite is a medium-to-coarse grained granite with blue-grey and silver tones. Hard, dense, and extremely durable. Used in historic Dublin buildings and now popular for worktops, patios, and cladding.
Galway grey granite is a paler, lighter grey with warm undertones. Particularly popular in the west of Ireland. Beautiful for kitchen islands.
Both are available from specialist fabricators and worktop suppliers. Expect to pay a modest premium over standard imports, but you’re getting stone that has been quarried and worked locally.
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Finding a granite worktop supplier in Ireland
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All costs are estimates based on 2026 market rates in Ireland. Prices vary by stone, fabricator, and project complexity. Always obtain at least three written quotes.