How much does it cost to replace my laminate kitchen benchtop with stone?
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If you’re tired of your old laminate kitchen benchtop and you’re thinking about upgrading to stone, you’re in the right place. This guide breaks down exactly what it costs to replace a laminate benchtop with stone in Queensland — no fluff, just real numbers.
The short answer: from around $4,600 all in
Here’s a typical cost breakdown for replacing a laminate benchtop with stone:
Item
Estimated Cost
Stone benchtop (supply and install)
From $3,000
Plumbing (disconnect and reconnect sink)
~$450
Electrical (cooktop disconnection if needed)
~$450
Removal of existing laminate benchtop
~$750 (or DIY)
Total (approx)
From ~$4,600
Keep in mind this is a starting guide — your final cost will depend on the size of your kitchen, your choice of stone, edge profiles, and whether you have an undermount sink or other custom details.
The good news? You’re keeping your existing cabinets, appliances, and layout. A bench top replacement is one of the most cost-effective kitchen upgrades you can make — it completely changes the look and feel of the space without a full renovation.
What’s involved in replacing a laminate benchtop?
1. Remove the existing laminate benchtop
Your old laminate benchtop needs to come out first. This can be done yourself if you’re handy — laminate tops are typically screwed from underneath and siliconed to the wall. If you’d rather leave it to a professional, budget around $750 for removal.
2. Plumbing
If you have a sink, your plumber needs to disconnect the tap, sink, and drainage before the bench comes out — and reconnect everything once the new stone is in. Expect around $450 for plumbing.
3. Electrical
If you have an electric or induction cooktop, your electrician will need to disconnect and reconnect it. Budget around $450 for electrical.
4. Template, fabrication, and installation
This is where Banks Benchtops comes in. We laser-template your kitchen space precisely, fabricate your stone bench top at one of our Queensland production facilities, and install it — including any sink and cooktop cutouts.
Stone bench tops start from around $3,000 supply and installed, depending on your kitchen size and the stone you choose.
Why 30mm stone is the perfect laminate replacement
Here’s something most people don’t know: standard laminate benchtops are 32mm thick. Most stone benchtops are 20mm or 40mm — which means you end up with a step or a gap at the wall.
Banks Benchtops stocks 30mm solid stone benchtops — purpose-built to replace laminate. The thickness is almost a perfect match, so there are no ugly ledges, no tiling patches, and no major remediation work. It’s a clean, seamless swap.
What stone should I choose?
Banks Benchtops carries the Royal Victoria Collection — a premium engineered stone range with 30+ colours available in both 20mm and 30mm thickness.
Popular choices for laminate replacements in Queensland include:
Classic whites and light greys — Calacatta, Statuario, and Carrara-style stones that suit almost any kitchen
Warm neutrals — Taj Mahal Warm Beige and similar tones that add warmth without going bold
Statement colours — if you’ve been living with plain laminate, now’s your chance — think Calacatta Viola, soft greens, or dramatic veining
All stones are below 1% crystalline silica — fully compliant with Queensland’s 2024 silica regulations.
Come into any of our showrooms and see the slabs in person before you decide. Our team will walk you through your options with your kitchen photos and colour scheme in hand.
Archerfield — 150 Beatty Road, Archerfield – South Brisbane
Brendale — 21 Mackie Way, Brendale – North Brisbane
Rocklea Showroom — 26 Breadwell St, Rocklea — full slab display, open 7 days
Whether you’re on the Gold Coast, south Brisbane, or north of the river, there’s a Banks Benchtops facility close to you — and we’re open 7 days a week.
Ready to get started?
Replacing your laminate benchtop with stone is one of the best-value upgrades you can make to a Queensland kitchen. With stone starting from $3,000 installed and a total job cost from around $4,600, it’s more affordable than most people expect.
Visit one of our Queensland showrooms, open 7 days — or contact Banks Benchtops today to book a template at your home.
