For homeowners with large kitchens spanning wider than 3.2 meters or those residing in period properties featuring unique kitchen shapes and layouts, requiring a joint in your quartz worktop is often inevitable. At Gemini Worktops, our expert worktop designers and templates strive to avoid joints whenever possible. However, when a joint is essential, our professional installation team ensures that the joints are the highest quality.

Many of our customers are unaware of what to expect from a joint or what best practices entail. With over 100,000 worktop installations across the UK to date, we at Gemini Worktops are well-qualified to advise on what makes a good and bad joint.

A MineralX Quartz joint, using our seam setters.

The Importance of Seam Setters

As standard, we use seam setters to perfect your worktop joints. But what exactly is a seam setter? A seam setter is an essential tool used by professional stone manufacturers and installers. Its primary function is to keep the edges clean, chip-free, and perfectly straight.

By employing one adjustable knot for joining or opening, and two adjustable knots for precise levelling, the seam setter ensures a flawless fit. This results in a joint you'll be proud to show off and enjoy for years to come.

Why Gemini Worktops use seam setters for all joints as standard:

  1. Cleaning and Preparing Edges: The seam setter keeps the edges of the stone clean and free of chips.
  2. Joining and Levelling: With one adjustable knot for joining or opening, and two adjustable knots for levelling, the seam setter ensures that the two pieces of the worktop are aligned and level.
  3. Securing the Joint: Once the edges are precisely aligned, we pack and glue the two pieces together, resulting in a tight finish.

Our Commitment to Quality

While we often highlight the superior beauty and durability of MineralX Quartz materials compared to our competitors, it’s crucial to emphasise that our expertise extends beyond just the product. The Gemini Worktops experience and craftsmanship make all the difference in achieving a quality joint.

Our worktop installation teams are highly skilled and trained specifically in handling stone materials. This specialized training ensures that we achieve the highest quality finish across all our worktop installs. Here’s why our expertise matters:

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What to expect from a Gemini joint 

When planning your MineralX Quartz worktop, it's important to note that pieces longer than 3200mm or wider than 1600mm will require a join. If Gemini Worktops handles the installation, these joins will be professionally fitted using colour-matching glues and approximately 2-3mmly 2-3mm wide. 

While the joins will be visible to the naked eye, they will be expertly done to ensure a seamless look. During the Template and Site Survey, our template team will confirm the exact positions of these joins and other design customizations like sink cutouts. This thorough process ensures your worktop meets your needs and maintains the highest quality standards. When you choose MineralX Quartz worktops and have them installed by us, you benefit from our comprehensive warranty coverage. 

Our worktops come with a robust 25-Year Material Warranty, ensuring long-lasting durability and quality. Additionally, our installations are backed by a 5-Year Installation Warranty, providing peace of mind that your worktop will be expertly fitted and maintained to the highest standards. This dual warranty offers our customers exceptional protection and confidence in their investment.

The Gemini Difference

A MineralX Quartz joint, using our seam setters.
A MineralX Quartz joint, using our seam setters.
Example of a bad practise join. Installation, not by Gemini.
Example of a bad practise join. Installation, not by Gemini.

Made and installed by Gemini 

At Gemini Worktops, we take pride in delivering not only superior Quartz materials but also exceptional installation services. Our commitment to quality and precision ensures that every join is perfect, creating a seamless and aesthetically pleasing result. 

Whether you're renovating a large kitchen or working with a unique layout, trust Gemini Worktops to provide the expertise and craftsmanship needed for the perfect join.

Ready to experience the Gemini difference?

Contact us today to learn more about our Quartz worktops and schedule your exclusive consultation.

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