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Bquartz Carrara Extra Quartz

Bquartz · Quartz

Carrara Extra

25+ Years Experience
1,500+ Projects Completed
4.9 from 100+ Reviews
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Full Service — Installation

Our quartz range is available with full supply, templating, fabrication and installation across Portsmouth, Fareham, Gosport, Havant, Waterlooville, Chichester, Southampton and the surrounding area, with our services extending to Hampshire, Sussex, Surrey, Dorset and Berkshire . The reach of our installation service depends on the type of project — contact us to discuss your requirements.

Supply & Fabrication — UK Wide

Outside our installation area? We can fabricate quartz to your supplied template, or supply the stone directly as-is — anywhere in the UK . Learn more .

The Stone

See the natural beauty of Carrara Extra up close — the surface texture, colour depth, and veining that make this quartz unique.

Colour:

White

Almost-pure white with whispers of Carrara softness — classic Italian refinement in its most minimal form.

Bquartz Carrara Extra distils the timeless appeal of Italian Carrara marble down to its most essential, minimal expression. The surface is predominantly white — very clean and bright — with only faint grey speckles and the softest cloudy texturing to distinguish it from flat white. This gives it a gentle, organic warmth that pure white surfaces lack, without introducing any of the bold veining that characterises more dramatic marble-effect designs. Carrara Extra is for homeowners who appreciate the quiet elegance of natural marble's subtle variations but prefer a restrained, almost minimalist interpretation. It pairs beautifully with virtually any cabinetry colour and works across traditional and contemporary kitchen styles.

Performance

How This Stone Performs

Hardness

5 out of 5

Stain Resistance

5 out of 5

UV Resistance

3 out of 5

Heat Resistance

3 out of 5

Scratch Resistance

5 out of 5

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Bquartz Carrara Extra Quartz slab

Frequently Asked

Questions About Carrara Extra

What does Bquartz Carrara Extra look like?
Carrara Extra is a very clean, predominantly white surface with faint grey speckles and the softest cloudy texturing across the surface. It evokes the gentle, understated character of Italian Carrara marble without any bold veining or dramatic contrast. The surface has a refined, minimalist quality — almost pure white with just enough subtle variation to feel like a natural material rather than a manufactured product.
How does Carrara Extra differ from Calacatta Imperial White?
Both are very subtle marble-effect whites, but they have different textural characters. Carrara Extra has faint grey speckles and soft cloudy texturing — it feels like a gently textured, mottled surface. Imperial White has fine wispy veins and clustered cloudy patches — it reads more as a delicate marble with visible (though faint) linear veining. Carrara Extra is the softer, more diffuse option; Imperial White retains more classic marble structure.
Is Carrara Extra suitable for a classic kitchen renovation?
Carrara Extra is one of the most versatile choices for classic kitchen renovations. Its resemblance to natural Carrara marble — the quintessential Italian kitchen stone — makes it feel timeless and elegant in traditional settings. It pairs beautifully with painted shaker cabinetry, ceramic subway tile splashbacks, and heritage-style taps. The difference is that this surface never needs sealing, never stains, and maintains its refinement for years without the maintenance anxiety that comes with natural marble.
Does Carrara Extra work in modern kitchens too?
Absolutely. Carrara Extra's minimal, predominantly white aesthetic translates beautifully into modern kitchen designs. Its subtle, almost imperceptible pattern adds just enough organic warmth to prevent a contemporary white kitchen from feeling cold or sterile. Pair it with handleless matt cabinets, thin-profile taps, and open timber shelving for a modern scheme that feels alive rather than clinical.
What is the finish on Carrara Extra?
Carrara Extra comes with a polished finish that adds a gentle lustre and depth to the surface. The polished surface reflects light softly, enhancing the subtle cloudy texturing and making the faint grey speckles more visible. The finish gives the surface a premium, refined quality that echoes the polished marble surfaces found in high-end Italian kitchens and bathrooms.
★★★★★
"Excellent Service and Beautiful Results - Highly Recommended! I recently had In2stone install new quartz worktops in my kitchen, and I couldn't be happier with the results. From start to finish, the experience was completely stress-free. The team was not only competitively priced but also incredibly friendly and professional throughout the entire process. They handled everything seamlessly - removing the existing sink, hob, and old laminate worktops before fitting the new quartz surfaces. The finished worktops are absolutely beautiful and have transformed my kitchen into a modern, minimalist space that I love spending time in. The quality of workmanship is outstanding, and the attention to detail really shows. I'm a very satisfied customer and would highly recommend In2stone to anyone considering new worktops. Well done to the entire team - you've exceeded my expectations!"
— Ashley ChapmanGoogle Review

Why Choose Us

Why In2stone

Invisible Joins & Ogee Edging

The edge profiles and seamless joins other suppliers say they can't do? We do them every week.

"Other quartz suppliers weren't able to offer the ogee edging I wanted — In2stone could."

Olivia Tett

The Quote Is the Price

No hidden costs, no surprises. We consistently beat competitor quotes — even online discounters decline to match us.

"Beat 6 other companies by a mile. Even an online company that claims to beat any quote declined to."

Dean Fitzpatrick

Ian Answers the Phone

No answering machines or sales scripts. You'll speak to the people who'll actually work on your project.

"Ian always answered the phone or called me back — and that was before we even decided to use him."

Carly Rielly