Building Terms Glossary
Plain-English definitions for the tools, materials, trades, and concepts you'll encounter when managing a UK kitchen extension. Browse A–Z or search by name.
4 terms starting with Q1209 terms in the full glossary
Also: QS
Estimates costs, prepares bills of quantities, and manages project budgets
Also: engineered stone worktop, quartz composite worktop, composite stone worktop, Silestone, Caesarstone
Engineered stone worktop made from crushed quartz bound with resin. Non-porous, extremely durable, low maintenance. Requires professional templating after units are fitted, with 2-4 week fabrication lead time. UK supply-only prices from £99-499/m depending on brand and finish.
Read the full guide →Also: quote expiry, quotation validity
The window of time during which a builder’s quoted price is guaranteed, typically 30–90 days. After this period expires, the builder can change their price to reflect any cost increases.
Also: 90-day validity, offer acceptance period, connection offer window
Network operators issue quotes with a 90-day acceptance window. If the project slips past this window, a new site survey and quote is required.
See terms in context
These terms appear throughout the build guides as you work through each phase. Hover over any highlighted term in the guides to see its definition inline.