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Knighton Mill

A contemporary new-build where glass and flint meet traditionally detailed Bath stone ashlar and a robust gritstone plinth.

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About AFJONES

Six generations of knowledge and an unbroken commitment to doing things properly. That is what every client inherits when they work with AFJONES.

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Bespoke
Stone Surfaces

Stone surfaces play a central role in high-end kitchens. Durability, design flexibility and precision templating matter as much as the material itself.

Service Details

Expertise Area

Interior Stonemasonry

Typical Stone

Marble, Granite, Quartz, Quartzite

Scope

Design, Supply, Fabrication, Installation

Typical Settings

Private Residences, Refurbishments

Natural stone surfaces serve as both the functional and visual anchor of high end kitchens.

There is a careful balance between material and aesthetics to consider when choosing these surfaces, but with generations of experience, we're able to advise and deliver on the most complex or demanding of projects.

We design, fabricate, and install bespoke surfaces ranging from expansive islands to detailed splashbacks, all engineered to withstand the daily rigors of a working kitchen.

Bespoke Stone Surfaces

Surfaces That Define a Room

The choice of material determines the atmosphere and longevity of a kitchen. We work across the full spectrum of natural stone, from subtle granites that offer a quiet, refined aesthetic to bold, book-matched marbles designed to serve as a dramatic focal point. Our role is to ensure the stone is not only visually striking but also technically suited to the specific demands of the environment.

Because we are not tied to any single source or stock, we offer completely impartial advice on material selection. We work with an extensive network of international quarries and specialist slab suppliers to find the exact stone that meets your needs. This independence allows us to provide honest guidance throughout.

Our integrated approach carries the project through from the initial consultation to the final installation. By combining thoughtful material selection with precise templating and expert masonry, we produce surfaces that are as durable as they are beautiful. This end-to-end management ensures that every detail is executed to a standard that performs for generations.

Integrated Project Delivery

From Consultation to Installation

Every project is managed through our integrated in-house process to guarantee an exact fit. We begin with a comprehensive site visit to create a digital template, followed by precision fabrication in our Oxfordshire workshops and installation by our own specialist teams.

This end-to-end control allows us to achieve fine tolerances and a level of finish that only a dedicated masonry practice can provide.

Our Process

From Selection to Installation

Material
Guidance

The success of a stone kitchen begins with informed selection. We advise on suitable materials based on durability, maintenance and design, offering samples and guidance based on extensive project experience.

Templating, Detailing
and Preparation

Once the layout and material are agreed, our team visits site to template the worktops accurately. We consider joints, upstands, edge details, cut-outs and any junctions with cabinetry, appliances or splashbacks.

Fabrication in
our Workshops

In our Oxfordshire workshops, the worktops are cut, shaped and finished using CNC machinery and hand skills. Edges are refined, surfaces are polished or honed to the agreed finish, and quality checks are carried out before anything leaves the workshop.

Site
Installation

Our installation teams fit each worktop with the same care applied during fabrication. Once fitted we make any final adjustments, sealing where appropriate and leaving the kitchen ready to use.

Aftercare
and Support

We advise on appropriate cleaning and maintenance for each material, ensuring the worktops retain their appearance and performance long term. For natural stones such as marble and granite, we can provide ongoing care strategies tailored to your needs.

A stone kitchen surface is one of the most used elements in a home — it deserves to be designed and built with care.

Whether you are working on a new kitchen or replacing an existing surface, we bring material knowledge, fabrication precision and installation experience to every project.

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