Guide · East Sussex · BN3
Hove Microcement kitchen islands — cost, spec and build programme
Refurb briefs in Hove for microcement kitchen islands typically arrive at the point the client has already ruled out tile. The reason is almost always the same — one of basement gym conversions in the adelaide crescent/palmeira square streets are our steadiest hove work, a continuous basement gym conversions in the adelaide crescent/palmeira square streets are our steadiest hove work — and microcement kitchen islands is the finish that answers it. The Hove catchment we work across covers BN3 — reached via the A259 Kingsway, 3 min from our workshop along the a259 seafront. Nearby coverage includes Brighton (2 mi), Portslade (2 mi), Shoreham-by-Sea (5 mi). Site conditions matter here: salt-laden onshore wind — sealer specification matters. That shapes the primer and sealer specification below, not just the visible finish.
The local considerations for Hove
Substrate and preparation
A microcement kitchen island is a mineral cladding over 12 mm cement board mounted to the carcase. The island top can be microcement too — but the drainer and hob cut-outs need a stainless insert; the sealer alone won't survive standing water and hot pans.
Detailing notes for your designer
A microcement-clad island in a contrasting tone from the wall units gives the plan an anchoring block. Continue the finish onto the plinth for a monolithic feel; break with a 20 mm brass or steel reveal for a lighter effect.
What we're actually installing
How the install actually runs
- Cladding prepDay 1
Cement board fixed to island carcase, all corners taped and bonded.
- Base coatDay 2
Mesh-reinforced base coat over all faces.
- Colour + sealerDay 3–5
Two colour coats + 2–3 sealer coats depending on horizontal vs vertical faces.
What to watch for on quote comparison
- ✕Microcement direct over drainer — sealer eventually fails and the substrate wicks water.
- ✕Wraparound onto MDF or laminated carcase — moisture blister within months.
- ✕Sharp bottom edge kick — chips on trolley/dishwasher contact; radius the corner.
- ✕Missing extractor exhaust barrier — steam trapped under the top surface causes bloom.
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The short version
Hove kitchen islands in one line: mineral finish, single continuous surface, hand-applied by our own team, £1,800–£4,500 per installation, 3–5 working days on site. Free survey with a written spec back inside 3 working days.