Howdens White Marble Effect Compact Laminate Kitchen Worktop | 12mm

White Marble Style With a Premium Slimline Finish

Create a bright, contemporary kitchen with the Howdens White Marble Effect Compact Laminate Worktop. Combining the elegant appearance of white marble with the practical performance of compact laminate, this premium work surface is an excellent choice for modern kitchens.

At just 12mm thick, the worktop creates a sleek, minimalist appearance, while the square-edge profile provides the crisp lines associated with contemporary kitchen design.

White Solid-Core Compact Laminate

Unlike conventional laminate worktops built around a chipboard core, this worktop is manufactured from compact laminate with a white core.

The white colour continues through the core, meaning exposed cuts can be shaped into custom profiles without requiring a separate edging strip. This makes it particularly well suited to modern installations where exposed edges form part of the finished design.

Marble Effect Without the Cost of Solid Stone

The White Marble Effect finish delivers the light, luxurious appearance associated with natural marble while providing a more affordable and practical alternative to solid stone.

Its smooth finish reduces reflections for a sophisticated appearance, while the white and marble-effect design works particularly well with white, grey, navy, black, green and natural wood cabinetry.

Ideal for Modern Kitchen Designs

Compact laminate also offers greater design flexibility than many traditional laminate surfaces. Howdens confirms this worktop is suitable for undermount sinks and drainer grooves, allowing you to achieve details normally associated with significantly more expensive worktop materials.

Why Choose This Worktop?

• White Marble Effect design
• Genuine compact laminate construction
• Slimline 12mm profile
• Contemporary square edge
• White solid core
• Exposed cuts don't require separate edging
• Suitable for undermount sinks
• Suitable for drainer grooves
• Smooth, easy-clean finish
• 3m length
• Matching breakfast bar, upstand and backboard available
• 1-year manufacturer's guarantee

Technical Specifications

Care & Maintenance

Clean with a damp cloth and mild detergent or a non-abrasive cleaner diluted in warm water. Wipe spills away promptly.

Always use chopping boards rather than cutting directly onto the surface, and use trivets or pan stands underneath hot cookware.

FAQs

Is this a real marble worktop?
No. It is a compact laminate worktop with a White Marble Effect design, providing a premium marble-inspired appearance without the price of natural marble.

What's the difference between compact laminate and standard laminate?
Compact laminate uses a dense solid core rather than the chipboard core typically found in conventional laminate worktops. On this particular product, the core is white throughout, allowing exposed edges and custom profiles without needing additional edging.

Is it 12mm or 12.5mm thick?
The current Howdens specification states 12mm. I would therefore change your Shopify listing from 12.5mm to 12mm everywhere.

Can I use an undermount sink?
Yes. Howdens specifically states that this worktop is suitable for undermount sinks and drainer grooves.

Are matching accessories available?
Yes. Howdens lists matching backboards, breakfast bars and upstands.

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.