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CRL Quartz Grey Shimmer Quartz

CRL Quartz · Quartz

Grey Shimmer

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 Grey Shimmer up close — the surface texture, colour depth, and veining that make this quartz unique.

Style:

Speckled

Dark anthracite quartz with scattered silver sparkle — a sleek, night-sky effect for sophisticated dark kitchen designs.

CRL Quartz Grey Shimmer is the understated member of the shimmer family — a dark charcoal and anthracite ground scattered with small, sharp silver and white sparkle particles at restrained density. Unlike the fuller sparkle of Grey Reflection, Grey Shimmer's particles are fewer and finer — occasional mineral glints rather than a full sparkle field — creating a surface that suggests depth and night-sky character without becoming overtly glamorous. The dark ground is sleek and contemporary, pairing with brushed steel, matte black, and polished chrome hardware. The result is a dark quartz that has genuine character and light-catching interest without sacrificing the sophisticated, understated quality that dark kitchen worktops are prized for.

Performance

How This Stone Performs

Hardness

4 out of 5

Stain Resistance

5 out of 5

UV Resistance

3 out of 5

Heat Resistance

4 out of 5

Scratch Resistance

4 out of 5

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CRL Quartz Grey Shimmer Quartz slab

Frequently Asked

Questions About Grey Shimmer

How does Grey Shimmer differ from Grey Reflection?
Both CRL Quartz Grey Shimmer and Grey Reflection are dark grey sparkle surfaces, but they differ substantially in character. Grey Shimmer has a darker, deeper charcoal-anthracite ground with a sparse, fine scatter of silver sparkle particles — like occasional mineral glints or stars in a night sky. Grey Reflection is lighter in ground tone and has a much denser, more overtly glamorous sparkle. Grey Shimmer is the more understated, sophisticated option; Grey Reflection is more dramatic.
What style of kitchen suits Grey Shimmer?
CRL Quartz Grey Shimmer suits contemporary, industrial, and design-led kitchen schemes where a dark, sophisticated surface with subtle depth is preferred over an overtly glamorous look. It pairs well with handleless cabinetry in charcoal or matt black, with concrete-effect surfaces, and with brushed steel or gunmetal hardware. Its dark tone makes it particularly effective in open-plan kitchen-living spaces where the worktop contributes to a sleek, composed aesthetic.
Is Grey Shimmer suitable for a bar or commercial installation?
Yes — CRL Quartz Grey Shimmer is a compelling choice for bar counters, reception desks, and commercial worktop applications. Its dark, sophisticated sparkle effect creates a premium, design-forward impression in commercial environments, while its non-porous, commercial-grade quartz composition (10-year commercial warranty) ensures it can withstand the demands of a commercial setting.
What maintenance does Grey Shimmer require?
CRL Quartz Grey Shimmer requires only standard CRL Quartz maintenance — a damp cloth and mild detergent for everyday cleaning. The dark ground and subtle sparkle are very forgiving of watermarks and fingerprints compared to lighter surfaces. No sealing is ever required. For stubborn marks, a non-abrasive kitchen spray cleaner is effective.
Does the shimmer effect on Grey Shimmer fade over time?
No — the sparkle effect in CRL Quartz Grey Shimmer is an integral part of the quartz composition. The mineral reflective particles are embedded within the engineered stone matrix itself, not applied as a surface coating, so they cannot wear off, fade, or diminish over time. The sparkle effect you see at installation is the same sparkle effect you will have after 25 years.
★★★★★
"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