Howdens Character Stone Effect Laminate Kitchen Upstand | 3m x 19mm

Complete Your Kitchen With a Character Stone Effect Upstand

Create a stylish, coordinated finish with the Howdens Character Stone Effect Laminate Kitchen Upstand. Featuring a grey stone-inspired design and tactile textured surface, this upstand brings the appearance of natural stone to your kitchen with the practical benefits of laminate.

Designed to coordinate with the matching Character Stone Effect Laminate Worktop, it creates a neat transition between the worktop and wall while helping bring matching surfaces together throughout the kitchen.

Realistic Textured Stone Effect

The Character Stone Effect combines a versatile grey colour with a tactile texture designed to recreate the appearance and feel of natural stone.

It's an excellent choice for modern, industrial and contemporary kitchens and works particularly well alongside white, grey, black and natural wood cabinetry.

Durable & Easy-Clean Laminate

Manufactured from durable laminate with a chipboard core, this upstand provides a low-maintenance alternative to natural stone.

The laminate surface is easy to clean, making it particularly suitable for busy kitchens where both appearance and practicality matter.

Professional Finishing Touch

Measuring 3000mm long × 70mm high × 19mm thick, the upstand helps conceal the junction between your kitchen worktop and wall for a cleaner, more professional finish.

Pair it with the matching Character Stone worktop for a coordinated stone-effect kitchen design.

Why Choose This Upstand?

• Character Stone Effect design
• Grey natural stone-inspired appearance
• Tactile textured finish
• Contemporary square edge
• Durable laminate construction
• Easy-clean, low-maintenance surface
• 3m length
• 19mm thickness
• Matches Character Stone Effect worktops
• PEFC-certified timber
• UK manufactured
• 1-year manufacturer's guarantee

Technical Specifications

Care & Maintenance

Wipe spills away promptly. For general cleaning, use a damp cloth with mild detergent or a non-abrasive cleaner diluted in warm water.

FAQs

Is Character Stone real stone?
No. It's a laminate kitchen upstand with a textured stone-effect design, giving the appearance of natural stone with easier maintenance.

What size is it?
The upstand measures 3000mm long × 70mm high × 19mm thick.

What finish does it have?
It has a Textured finish, designed to add a more tactile and realistic stone-like appearance.

What edge profile does it have?
It has a Square Edge profile.

Does it match the Character Stone worktop?
Yes. It's designed to coordinate similar Character Stone surfaces and create a cohesive kitchen finish.

Is it suitable for bathrooms?
No. Howdens specifically states that this product is not suitable for bathroom use.

Can this worktop be cut to size?
Yes, all our worktops can be cut to your required dimensions using a fine-tooth saw blade.

Is this worktop suitable for use near a sink?
Yes, with correct sealing of all cut edges and joints using a waterproof sealant.

Do you offer fitting?
Yes — we offer local fitting across Gloucestershire and the South West. Contact us for a quote.