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  • Galaxus Laminate Worktop, Galaxus colour swatch
Kronospan FinesseShowing: 38mm square edge

Kronospan Finesse · K553 SU· Super Matt

Galaxus Laminate Worktop

A near-black ground crossed by fine grey and white veins, giving a marble look in a dark tone. These laminate worktops have a square edge in 38mm or slim 22mm. They suit a bold kitchen and come with a matching upstand and splashback.

Thickness and edge
Size

What's an upstand?

Upstand, 100mm highWorktop 100mm high 22mm thick Silicone bead 600mm deep worktop Wall

What it is

A 100mm-high strip in Galaxus, the same decor as your worktop. It sits along the back edge of the worktop, against the wall.

Why you need one

Walls are rarely straight, so there's nearly always a gap between worktop and wall. An upstand covers it, stops water and crumbs getting down the back, and gives a neat finished line. It's the simplest, cheapest way to finish a worktop.

Sizes

    Most kitchens need one length per wall run.

    Fitting

    Cut it to length with a fine-tooth saw and bond it to the wall with grab adhesive. Run a bead of clear or matching silicone along the bottom edge, and finish any exposed ends with an end cap.

    Upstand or splashback?

    Choose an upstand if you're tiling above the worktop, or want the cheapest neat finish. Choose a splashback behind the hob or sink, or if you want no tiles at all. Lots of kitchens use both.

    Read the full fitting guide

    What's a splashback?

    Splashbackupstand heightHob and oven 640mm high 10mm thick Worktop Wall

    What it is

    A full-height panel in Galaxus, the same decor as your worktop, fixed to the wall behind the hob or sink.

    Why choose one

    One continuous wipe-clean surface with no grout lines, so there's nothing to stain or scrub between tiles. It protects the wall from splashes and cooking grease, and makes the worktop and wall look like one piece.

    Sizes

      It's double-sided: Grey Albus is on the reverse, so you can choose which way round to fit it.

      Behind a hob

      Check the minimum clearance to a laminate panel in your hob's installation manual. Gas hobs usually need more space, or a heat-resistant panel behind the burners.

      Fitting

      Cut it to size and bond it to a flat, sound wall with panel adhesive. Seal the bottom edge to the worktop with silicone.

      Upstand or splashback?

      Choose an upstand if you're tiling above the worktop, or want the cheapest neat finish. Choose a splashback behind the hob or sink, or if you want no tiles at all. Lots of kitchens use both.

      Read the full fitting guide

      What's an edging strip?

      BeforeCut end: barechipboard core AfterEdging strip,45mm wide, coversa cut end

      What it is

      A strip in Galaxus that covers the cut end of the worktop. It comes pre-glued, or is fixed with contact adhesive.

      When you need it

      Whenever a cut end is on show: at the end of a run, on a breakfast bar, or anywhere you've cut a length down.

      Sizes

        Fitting

        1. Glue Spread contact adhesive on the end and the strip, or warm a pre-glued strip.
        2. Press Press it on firmly from the middle outwards, with a block of wood.
        3. Trim and file Trim the overhang with a sharp blade, then file the edges down at a slight angle.
        Read the full fitting guide

        What are joining strips?

        Corner strip (L-shape)Straight stripSeen from above Aluminium strip38mm worktop: use the38mm stripWorktopWorktop

        What it is

        An aluminium strip that joins two worktop lengths without a router or jig. The web slips between the two ends and the cap covers the joint.

        Straight or corner

        Straight: joins two lengths in a line. Corner: makes an L-shaped join where two runs meet.

        Sizes

          Match the strip to your worktop's thickness: a 38mm strip for a 38mm worktop.

          The alternative

          A mason's mitre gives a seamless corner, but it needs a worktop jig and a router. See both options in our fitting guide.

          Read the full fitting guide

          What are end caps?

          BeforeAfterExposed endEnd capScrewed over therounded profile Left end capRight end capYou, facing the worktopWall

          What it is

          An aluminium cap that finishes the exposed end of a postformed worktop, following its rounded front edge.

          Left or right?

          Stand facing the worktop. If the exposed end is on your left, you need a left end cap; if it's on your right, a right end cap.

          Sizes

            Match the cap to your worktop's thickness.

            Fitting

            Hold the cap against the end, drill small pilot holes and screw it on. A thin bead of silicone behind it keeps water out of the end.

            Read the full fitting guide

            What's in the joint kit?

            3 connector boltsJoint sealant Seen from underneathBolts pull the joint tight;sealant keeps water out

            What's in it

            Three connector bolts and a tube of joint sealant: everything to hold one worktop joint together.

            What it's for

            The bolts sit in pockets cut underneath both worktops and pull the joint tight. The sealant goes on the joint faces first, so water can't get into the core.

            How many?

            One kit per worktop joint.

              Read the full fitting guide
              Total inc VAT £168.73

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              • 38mm or 22mm square edge, dark ABS strip
              • Super Matt (SU) finish, decor K553
              • Upstand, splashback and two strip widths
              • Full boards at 3m and 4.1m, 900mm bars
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              • Full lengthsDelivered uncut, ready to fit
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              Description

              A near-black ground crossed by fine grey and white veins, giving a marble look in a dark tone. These laminate worktops have a square edge in 38mm or slim 22mm. They suit a bold kitchen and come with a matching upstand and splashback.

              Delivery

              Delivered by our specialist worktop delivery partner, in full lengths, flat and protected. Delivery is free to every postcode we serve. Order by 4pm Monday to Friday for next working day delivery to most of England and Wales; orders placed after 4pm, at weekends or on bank holidays are dispatched the next working day, and some areas take 2 to 3 working days. Check your date below. We confirm your slot 24 hours before, and delivery is kerbside, so have a second person ready to carry it in.
              Returns

              Changed your mind? You have 14 days from delivery to return it unused, uncut and in its wrapping; we refund within 14 days of getting it back. Report any damage within 48 hours. Full returns policy.

              Care and cleaning

              A dark Super Matt surface shows fingerprints and limescale, so wipe with warm soapy water on a soft cloth and dry it off. Avoid polish, which can leave streaks on a matt face.

              Which edge?

              • Postformed: the laminate wraps a soft, rounded front. Classic and hard-wearing.
              • Square edge: a sharp, modern line with a matching edge strip.
              • Compact: 12mm solid board, slim and waterproof.
              More on edges and thickness

              Fitting in four steps

              • Measure, then cut face down with a fine-tooth blade.
              • Lay it on the units and screw up through the brackets.
              • Seal the cut edges, then fit the upstand and end caps.
              Read the full fitting guide

              How to measure

              • Measure each wall run along the back, in millimetres.
              • Add about 50mm to every run so you can trim to a clean fit.
              • In an L-shape, let the longest run go into the corner.
              Full measuring guide

              Size guide

              • Worktops come 3000mm or 4100mm long and 600mm deep.
              • Breakfast bars are deeper: 665mm or 900mm, for islands and overhangs.
              • Buy a length that covers your run, then cut it to fit.
              Full sizes and heights guide

              See the whole board

              The full 4100 × 600mm board, so you can see how the pattern runs from end to end.

              Full 4100mm board of Galaxus Laminate Worktop, showing how the veining runs along the length

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              Galaxus Laminate Worktop: full board

              Full 4100mm board of Galaxus Laminate Worktop, showing how the veining runs along the length

              Why you’ll love it

              • Dark ground, pale marble veining

                Branching grey and white veins cross a deep black-brown base. The pattern is irregular and delicate, so the surface looks like a dark stone slab rather than a flat black.

              • Super Matt finish on laminate

                The Super Matt finish sits on a laminate face over chipboard, so cleaning is simple and no sealing is needed. Dark surfaces show dust, so a cloth by the sink helps.

              • Grey Albus behind, compact beside

                The 4100 x 640 x 10mm splashback is double-sided with Grey Albus. A 12mm compact Galaxus is also made, and a 4100 x 100 x 20mm upstand matches the laminate.

              Dark veined stone for a dramatic kitchen

              A black marble look can anchor a large room or give a small one real character. Galaxus works with white and pale grey units for contrast, and with dark green or navy for a deep, enveloping scheme. Brass fittings pick out the pale veins. Choose the 22mm board if you want a crisp, slim line, or 38mm for a more substantial edge.

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              How to fit

              Fitting Galaxus

              Galaxus comes as 38mm at 600mm deep or 22mm at 620mm deep, both square edge. The pale veining and dark ground show every chip, so plan your cuts, and match the edging strip to the thickness.

              What you’ll need

              Most homes have these already:

              • Pencil
              • Drill driver
              • Circular saw or jigsaw
              • Straight edge or spirit level

              Tap to add the brands fitters use to your order:

              Rather not do it yourself? Any local kitchen fitter can fit it, and our team is happy to help on 0330 000 0000.

              Sizes and prices

              Prices include VAT and free delivery. Galaxus is supplied in full 3m and 4.1m lengths, uncut.

              ProductSize (L x D x T)Price
              Worktop 3m · 38mm square edge 3000 × 600 × 38mm £168.73
              Worktop 4.1m · 38mm square edge 4100 × 600 × 38mm £229.08
              Breakfast bar 665mm · 38mm square edge 4100 × 665 × 38mm £368.92
              Breakfast bar 900mm · 38mm square edge 4100 × 900 × 38mm £366.53
              Worktop 4.1m · 22mm square edge 4100 × 620 × 22mm £193.12
              Breakfast bar 900mm · 22mm square edge 4100 × 900 × 22mm £280.34
              Matching upstand · 4.1m 4100 × 100 × 20mm £86.80
              Matching upstand · 3m 3000 × 100 × 20mm £65.97
              Matching splashback · 4.1m 4100 × 640 × 10mm £258.30
              Edging strip · 43mm ABS edging 1300 × 43 × 1.5mm £5.49
              Edging strip · 28mm ABS edging 1300 × 28 × 1.5mm £5.49
              Joining strips · Straight 38mm Aluminium, 38mm × 640mm £9.99
              Joining strips · Corner 38mm Aluminium, 38mm × 640mm £11.99
              Joining strips · Straight 22mm Aluminium, 22mm × 640mm £9.99
              Joining strips · Corner 22mm Aluminium, 22mm × 640mm £11.99
              End caps · Left 38mm Aluminium, 38mm × 640mm £7.99
              End caps · Right 38mm Aluminium, 38mm × 640mm £7.99
              End caps · Left 22mm Aluminium, 22mm × 640mm £7.99
              End caps · Right 22mm Aluminium, 22mm × 640mm £7.99
              Fitting kit · Joint kit 3 connector bolts + sealant £12.99

              Specification

              BrandKronospan Finesse
              Decor codeK553
              FinishSuper Matt (SU)
              EdgeABS square edge, 1.5mm radius
              Thickness38mm or 22mm
              Depth600mm, 620mm; breakfast bars 665mm and 900mm
              Lengths3000mm, 4100mm
              CoreChipboard core under a high-pressure laminate surface
              Matching upstand4100 x 100 x 20mm
              Matching splashback4100 x 640 x 10mm, double-sided with K540PN Grey Albus
              Compact version12mm compact laminate also available
              WarrantyManufacturer’s warranty

              Questions about Galaxus

              Can’t find your answer? Contact our worktop team.

              0330 000 0000Email us
              How strong is the veining on Galaxus?

              It is delicate but clear: thin grey and white veins branch across a very dark base. At a distance the worktop reads as black, and up close it looks like marble.

              Which sizes come in slim 22mm?

              Two: a 4100 x 620mm worktop and a 4100 x 900mm breakfast bar. At 38mm there are 3000mm and 4100mm boards, plus bars 665mm and 900mm deep.

              Could I have Galaxus with an undermount sink?

              Choose the 12mm compact Galaxus. It is solid all the way through, so the cut-out can be polished. The laminate version suits an inset sink only.

              Which grey sits on the splashback's other face?

              Grey Albus, code K540 PN, a warm mid-grey. The splashback measures 4100 x 640 x 10mm, so you can face a wall in dark marble or in grey, depending on the room.

              Do I need different strips for 22mm and 38mm?

              Yes. The 38mm board takes the 1300 x 43mm strip and the 22mm board takes the 1300 x 28mm strip. Both are 1.5mm ABS in the Galaxus colour.

              What cabinet colours look best against it?

              White, soft grey and sage lift the dark surface. Deep green or navy gives a moody, layered look. Brass handles pick up the pale veining nicely.

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