If you’re looking to redesign your restaurant, or open a brand new dining establishment, you’ll need to think about the kind of atmosphere you’re trying to create… and which material can help you achieve it. If you want to position your location as exclusive, attractive and glamorous, natural stone is the perfect solution.

It’s true that natural stone can breathe new life into any restaurant, but simply placing it around your interiors won’t do your dining space justice. Stone works best when implemented in the right places.

We’ve been fitting natural stone restaurants for the best part 100 years here at RC Coppin, and in this blog, we list some of the best ways to use these materials for maximum effect.

Marble floor tiles

Marble is one of the most sought-after stones in our showroom, and in recent years, an increasing number of business owners have been choosing it for their flooring solutions.

Not only will this stone add a gorgeous gloss to your restaurant, it’s also extremely durable and scratch-resistant – meaning it won’t get damaged by high levels of foot traffic. When you choose marble flooring, be it for the main dining area or bathroom, you’ll have an exquisite solution that stands the test of time.

Granite serving counters

Natural stone might not seem like an obvious answer for your restaurant’s serving counters – the place where you’ll put piping hot plates ready for collection. But granite is actually one of the best-suited materials on the market for these surfaces.

Not only is this stone attractive and affordable, it’s also heat-resistant – meaning high-temperature dishes, plates, pots and pans won’t ever damage its integrity, shape or shade.

Natural stone kitchen worktops

Kitchen worktops are where ingredients are prepared and transformed into delicious meals – so a strong, dependable, robust surface is essential. You’ll also need to bear in mind high temperatures, sharp knives and fluid-filled pans – all of which have the potential to cause damage to weaker constructions.

Many natural stone variants are resistant to warmth and scratching – but their smooth texture means they’re also extremely easy to keep clean. Hygiene is crucially important in the meal prep space, and when you have a surface that can be wiped down quickly and easily, you won’t see a build-up of bacteria.

Stone-based furniture

Using natural stone for waiting area seats, reception desks and dining tables is a terrific way to inject a sense of luxury into the surroundings, making your customers feel lucky to even be inside your restaurant.

Granite, marble, quartz and even porcelain are all superb choices for stone furniture, but it’s best to chat to our team first as they can help you make the best possible decision.

Build a beautiful natural stone restaurant with RC Coppin

With a century of experience under our belts, RC Coppin are the best natural stone specialists to turn to when it comes to restaurant refurbishment.

Get in touch today on 01376 550 009 or enquiries@rccoppinltd.co.uk for more information. You can also swing by our showroom on Park Drive Industrial Estate in Braintree, Essex to see our huge selection of splendid stone with your own eyes.