--- title: "About Amaris Granite | Bespoke Stone Craftsmen South Wales" description: "Learn about Amaris Granite, Quartz & Marble. From our Bridgend workshop, our expert stone masons design, template, and fabricate premium kitchen worktops." lang: en json-ld: | { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@graph": [ { "@type": "WebSite", "@id": "https://amarisgranite.co.uk/#website", "name": "Amaris Granite, Quartz & Marble", "url": "https://amarisgranite.co.uk", "publisher": { "@id": "https://amarisgranite.co.uk/#business" } }, { "@type": "HomeAndConstructionBusiness", "@id": "https://amarisgranite.co.uk/#business", "name": "Amaris Granite, Quartz & Marble", "url": "https://amarisgranite.co.uk", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "Unit 3 Saint Theodores Way, Bryncethin", "addressLocality": "Bridgend", "postalCode": "CF32 9TZ", "addressCountry": "GB" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": 51.545803, "longitude": -3.585521 }, "areaServed": [ "Bridgend", "Cardiff", "Swansea", "Bristol", "Bath", "South Wales" ], "knowsAbout": [ "Granite Worktops", "Quartz Worktops", "Marble Countertops", "Kitchen Worktop Fabrication", "Kitchen Worktop Fitting" ], "hasMenu": [ { "@type": "Menu", "url": "https://amarisgranite.co.uk/worktops-cardiff" }, { "@type": "Menu", "url": "https://amarisgranite.co.uk/worktops-bristol" }, { "@type": "Menu", "url": "https://amarisgranite.co.uk/worktops-swansea" } ] } ] } --- [![Amaris Granite & Marble](/__l5e/assets-v1/962635d9-5723-4581-9551-4e8d7f25d458/amaris-logo.png)](/) [Home](/) Locations [Cardiff](/worktops-cardiff)[Bristol](/worktops-bristol)[Swansea](/worktops-swansea)[Bath](/worktops-bath)[Bridgend](/worktops-bridgend) Products & Services [Granite Worktops](/granite-worktops)[Quartz Worktops](/quartz-worktops)[Marble Worktops](/marble-worktops)[Ceramic Tile Cutting](/ceramic-tile-cutting-profiling)[Bespoke Stone Furniture](/bespoke-stone-furniture) [Gallery](/gallery)[About](/about)[FAQ](/faq)[Offers](/offers)[Contact](/contact) [01656 724422](tel:01656724422)Book consultation[](tel:01656724422) Since 2005 Our story # Handcrafted stone worktops — Bridgend family business. Built on passion, precision and the love of stone. Amaris tells a story in two languages. In Amanda and Chris Jackson's names, it's a reflection of their partnership. In Latin, from the word _amar_ — to love — it means beloved, or you will love. That's the heartbeat of everything we do: love of stone, love of craftsmanship, love of our customers. 20+ yrs Since 2005 500+ Kitchens completed Family Run, never franchised N° 01 / Founders Meet the team ## Meet Chris & Amanda Jackson . Founders. Craftspeople. Your partners in transformation. ![Chris Jackson — Co-founder · Master craftsperson](/__l5e/assets-v1/d66733cf-deb1-4fc1-a7d7-384c3e772ad4/chris-jackson.jpeg) Founder ### Chris Jackson Co-founder · Master craftsperson Chris brings technical mastery and an obsession with precision. Every stone is selected with care. Every edge is finished by hand. His philosophy: quality is never negotiable. His impact: 20+ years of perfect installations. ![Amanda Jackson — Co-founder · Client experience](/__l5e/assets-v1/b40419f5-308a-448c-8a9f-437aec47a4a1/amanda-jackson.jpg) Founder ### Amanda Jackson Co-founder · Client experience Amanda ensures every customer feels heard and valued. From first conversation to installation day, her attention transforms a transaction into a relationship. She believes your kitchen deserves more than products — it deserves partnership. " Together, Chris and Amanda created something rare: a business where family values, expert craftsmanship, and customer care are inseparable. Amaris isn't just their company — it's their legacy." N° 02 / Director Craftsmanship as a lifetime calling ## Nando Passos — Director. Stone craftsmanship as a lifetime calling. ![Nando Passos — Director at Amaris Granite & Quartz](/__l5e/assets-v1/22e7b623-8f04-419b-bc35-9a3c199aa394/nando-passos.jpg) Director · Bridgend Nando's story with stone began at age 12 in Nazaré, Portugal, working during school holidays. By the time he served in the Portuguese military, stone work wasn't just a trade — it was his identity. Decades of hands-on expertise in fabrication and installation followed. In 2012, Nando moved to Wales and joined Amaris. His reputation for exceptional precision, attention to detail, and unwavering pride in every finished project made him an obvious choice for Director. Today, Nando represents the highest standard of European stone craftsmanship applied to every Amaris project. Quality workmanship, beautiful execution, pride in the finished product — these are his non-negotiables. > " With a lifetime of stone experience and genuine passion for the trade, Nando delivers bespoke surfaces that combine beauty, durability, and expert craftsmanship for every customer." N° 03 / Workshop ## Where stone becomes art . Everything happens here. Stone selection in natural light. Precision CNC fabrication. Hand-finishing. Quality inspection. We control every step. No outsourcing. No compromises. This is where Amaris's reputation lives. 1. 01 #### Client consultations & showroom See stone in natural light. 2. 02 #### CNC machinery Precision-cut every worktop in-house. 3. 03 #### Hand-finishing Edges polished, details perfected by craftspeople. 4. 04 #### Quality inspection Zero-defect commitment. 5. 05 #### Installation coordination Our team handles the job. Book a workshop visit ![Amaris Bridgend workshop — CNC stone fabrication floor](/__l5e/assets-v1/57f0bd5a-8ec6-4d15-990c-c16263d4b617/workshop-cnc-team.jpg) ![Amaris team inspecting a granite slab in the stone yard, Bridgend](/__l5e/assets-v1/d8671f91-e1b3-4374-b352-403839e2c36f/inventory-selection.jpg) Inventory / Selection ![Craftsperson reviewing CAD technical drawings for kitchen worktop design](/__l5e/assets-v1/b7062ef3-3d64-487f-9ea4-844dff3da53d/workshop-cad-design.jpeg) Design & Technical Drawings ![Craftsperson measuring and marking stone slab templates in the Amaris workshop](/__l5e/assets-v1/d07ada52-ef8e-4da8-afaa-a829b9bbea41/workshop-stone-measuring.jpg) Stone Templating & Layout N° 04 / Process Proven over 20+ years ## 20+ years of proven process . From first call to finished kitchen: perfected. Step 01 ### Free site visit & consultation Your home or our Bridgend showroom — whichever suits you. Step 02 ### Material selection & design We guide you through stone, edge profiles and layout — we handle everything. Step 03 ### Precision fabrication in Bridgend CNC machining plus hand-finishing in our in-house workshop. Step 04 ### Professional installation 2–3 days, minimal disruption, expert fit. Step 05 ### Enjoy your kitchen Backed by a 10-year warranty on materials. N° 05 / Team 100+ years combined expertise ## The craft behind every cut. 100+ yrs Combined industry experience ![Craftsperson hand-finishing a stone worktop in the Amaris Bridgend workshop](/__l5e/assets-v1/06a82258-9ed7-48c1-bf8c-48ab5372af65/team-workshop-craftsperson.jpg) MASTER CRAFTSMAN · BRIDGEND Our team is the backbone of Amaris. Master stone craftspeople. Installation specialists. Customer care experts. Every person cares deeply about excellence. Average tenure: 10+ years. That means stability, expertise and genuine investment in your satisfaction. When you hire Amaris, you're not just hiring a service — you're joining a family that's been perfecting stone work since 2005. Stone craftsmen CAD & templating Installation crew Showroom & care 1 roof Design to install 0 Outsourced fab 2005 Family-run since N° 06 / Why us Why families choose Amaris ## Why families choose Amaris . It starts with trust. It ends with kitchens that last 50 years. 01 ### Family-run since 2005 Not a corporate chain. Personal accountability. Your kitchen matters to Chris, Amanda and Nando like it matters to you. When we finish your project, we still live in the same community. 02 ### In-house fabrication CNC precision + human craftsmanship. Total quality control from start to finish. No outsourcing. No shortcuts. We stand behind every edge we cut. 03 ### Multi-generational expertise From Nando's childhood in Portugal to Chris's precision in Bridgend, stone craftsmanship is our DNA. Decades of European expertise, applied to every South Wales kitchen. 04 ### Customer for life We treat every customer like family. Questions? We're a phone call away. Maintenance advice? We've got you. Lifetime partnership, not a one-off transaction. N° 07 / Reviews Verified Google reviews ## What our customers say. Real reviews. Real people. Real transformations. 4.9 ★ 127 verified Google reviews 4.9 ✦✦✦✦✦ Based on 69 Google reviews Paul Thomas 3 months ago ✦✦✦✦✦ Superb service from the moment we went to the showroom to the completion of the job. They worked well with our kitchen fitter and the finished product is excellent. They kept in touch with us throughout the whole process. There was only one oversight and it was rectified immediately. The fitters were a joy to have around the house. We would definitely recommend them. peter brinicombe 4 months ago ✦✦✦✦✦ We have just had our kitchen worktops and end panels etc installed by Amaris. They are an brilliant company to deal with. The owners and staff have all been so friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. They have an excellent choice in their showroom. The quartz work tops are of excellent quality and fitted perfectly ,we are extremely pleased with everything and would definitely recommend and use Amaris again. Peter brinicombe thejonnz 5 months ago ✦✦✦✦✦ Fantastic service throughout. From the showroom, the templating and the eventual fitting. All members of the team clearly value working for the company and it shows. Competitive pricing and looks amazing now it's done. Kirsty James a year ago ✦✦✦✦✦ We recently had quartz worktops installed in our kitchen, utility, and on our bespoke cabinet in the living room, and we couldn’t be happier with the result! The showroom had an amazing selection to choose from and the staff were incredibly helpful in guiding us through the options, even helping by suggesting different options to complement our kitchen cupboards, nothing was too much trouble. The template and installation team were fantastic, they were professional, friendly, and went above and beyond to utilise and maximise the amount of the quartz we purchased. Their attention to detail and craftsmanship is unmatchable and it's clear they have even attempted to continue the vein within a join where possible. A lovely team who clearly take pride in their work! Amaris is a great local business that I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend. Thank you! Rhian Foxhall 2 years ago ✦✦✦✦✦ Really pleased with my quartz worktops. The whole process was faultless from the initial showroom visit choosing my quartz nothing was too much trouble. The showroom is beautiful with so much on display. The template and fitting team had very good time keeping, they were polite and helpful. I will definitely recommend to my friends and family. Thank you Amaris. Rebecca BOGUE 3 years ago ✦✦✦✦✦ Chris Amanda and the team at amaris are absolutely fabulous. The service, care and amazing advice given on choosing and where to put the cuts in our chosen granite was second to none. We adore our kitchen and the granite worktops really are the top attraction! The quality and the workmanship, just carrying the granite in was a mean feat and you did it perfectly! Thank you so much guys! Would highly recommend! Thinking about having some for our bathroom now as it’s just so beautiful! Thank you once again xx [See all reviews on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJrYP3WYtrbkgR7yP8qmkjaPw) N° 08 / Values What we believe ## Our core values . How we work. Why we work. What we believe. 01 ### Quality first Premium materials. Expert craftsmanship. Zero shortcuts. Your kitchen deserves the best. 02 ### Honest pricing No hidden fees. No surprises. What we quote is what you pay. Transparent. Fair. Respectful. 03 ### Customer first Your satisfaction is our success. We listen. We adapt. We deliver beyond expectations. N° 09 / Heritage 2005 — Today ## Our 20+ year journey . From two craftspeople to South Wales' trusted stone specialists. // 2005 ### 2005 Chris & Amanda launch Amaris from a small Bridgend workshop. // 2012 ### 2012 Nando Passos moves from Portugal and joins the Amaris team. // 2015 ### 2015 First 100 kitchens completed across South Wales. // 2018 ### 2018 CNC machinery installed — in-house fabrication begins. // 2020 ### 2020 Nando promoted to Director, leading craftsmanship & quality. // 2023 ### 2023 500+ kitchens completed. Team expanded. // Present ### 2026 Continuing the legacy — still proudly family-run. // Our name ### Amaris — beloved. From the Latin _amar_ — to love. It also lives in Chris and Amanda’s names. A name that reflects a partnership, and a promise: every surface we craft is made to be loved. ![The Amaris team fist bump in the Bridgend workshop — hiring stone craftspeople](/__l5e/assets-v1/51ad6b84-1b34-4265-b06c-2051af3edac1/careers-team-fistbump.jpg) Now hiring N° 10 / Careers Hiring craftspeople ## Build a career in stone . We're always looking for skilled craftspeople and customer-focused professionals. If you're passionate about quality and customer satisfaction, we'd love to talk. - Stone fabricators - CAD & template specialists - Installation crew - Showroom & customer care Ready to apply? Use the form below to send us your CV and a few details — we'll be in touch within five working days. Prefer to call? [01656 724422](tel:01656724422) ### Apply to join the team Tell us a little about yourself and attach your CV. Every application is read by a member of the family team. Full name \* Email \* Phone \* Role applying for \* Select a role Stone fabricator CAD & template specialist Installation crew Showroom & customer care Apprenticeship / trainee Other Years of experience Prefer not to say Less than 1 year 1–3 years 3–5 years 5–10 years 10+ years Town / postcode Right to work in the UK Select Yes No Needs sponsorship Cover note Attach your CV (PDF or Word, max 6MB) Choose file I agree that Amaris Granite may store my details and CV for the purpose of recruitment, and contact me about this application. \* Send application N° 11 / Visit Come and see us ## Get to know Amaris . Visit our Bridgend workshop. Meet the team. See the magic. Book a showroom visit and experience the Amaris difference in person — you'll walk in as a customer and leave as family. 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