Laminate Benchtop Replacement Done Right
If your laminate benchtop has seen better days — chipped edges, peeling laminate, water damage around the sink, or it’s simply dated — you don’t need a full kitchen renovation to upgrade it. At Banks Benchtops, we specialise in replacing worn laminate benchtops with a brand-new engineered stone benchtop, giving your kitchen a genuine upgrade in look, durability, and value without the cost or disruption of a full kitchen overhaul. We template your existing cabinetry precisely, guide you through our stone range, and install with minimal disruption to your home. Whether it’s one bench or a full kitchen, we make the switch from laminate to stone straightforward from quote to final fit.
Spot the Signs It's Time to Upgrade
Peeling edges, swollen chipboard near the sink, faded or scratched surfaces, and outdated colours are the most common reasons homeowners move on from laminate. Left too long, water damage can spread into the cabinetry itself. Upgrading to stone not only solves these problems — it means you’ll never face them again.
Precise Templating
We measure and template your existing cabinetry on-site so your new stone benchtop fits exactly — including cut-outs for sinks, cooktops, and splashbacks. No guesswork, no gaps, no awkward trims.
Why Homeowners Upgrade to Stone
Engineered stone is non-porous, heat- and scratch-resistant, and far more durable than laminate day to day. It also transforms the overall look and resale appeal of a kitchen — a popular reason homeowners choose to upgrade rather than simply replace like-for-like.
Choosing the right stone is one of the biggest decisions in your benchtop project — and it’s not one you have to make from a small sample chip. Book a complimentary colour consultation with our expert team, and we’ll guide you to the perfect colour and finish for your space.
Visit one of our showrooms to see our full range of stones in full slabs, not just swatches — so you can genuinely picture how a colour, pattern, and finish will look and feel in your home. Our team will help ensure the stone you choose suits your kitchen’s cabinetry, layout, and light, so you’re confident in your choice before we manufacture a single thing.
Visit us at:
Arundel – 25 Wrights Place, Arundel
Archerfield – 150 Beatty Road, Archerfield
Brendale – 21 Mackie Way, Brendale
Why Choose Banks Benchtops to Upgrade from Laminate to Stone
Locally based across South East Queensland with over 20 years of experience
Most upgrades completed within 7-10 business days of template to installation is complete
Wide range of engineered stone colours, finishes, and edge profiles
Clean, minimal-disruption installation — we protect your cabinetry and floors
Frequently Asked Questions
In most cases, yes — as long as your existing cabinetry is structurally sound, we can fit a new stone benchtop without needing to replace the cabinets themselves.
Stone is far more durable, resists heat, scratches, and stains, and gives your kitchen a genuine visual upgrade — most homeowners find it’s worth the difference for a benchtop they won’t need to replace again.
Yes. We carry a wide range of engineered stone colours and finishes and can help you choose one that complements your cabinetry, splashback, and flooring. Our expert team can assist with a colour consultation to get the perfect colour and stone for your benchtop replacement.
We remove and dispose of your old benchtop as part of the service.
We cut out and fit around your existing or new sink and cooktop. Reconnection of plumbing/electrical is coordinated with a licensed trade if required.