Since 2005

Our story

Handcrafted stone worktopsBridgend 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
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
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
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.

Amaris Bridgend workshop — CNC stone fabrication floor
Craftsperson reviewing CAD technical drawings for kitchen worktop design
Design & Technical Drawings
Craftsperson measuring and marking stone slab templates in the Amaris workshop
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 / Team100+ years combined expertise

The craft behind every cut.

100+ yrsCombined industry experience
Craftsperson hand-finishing a stone worktop in the Amaris Bridgend workshop

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 craftsmenCAD & templatingInstallation crewShowroom & 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
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 / Heritage2005 — 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.

The Amaris team fist bump in the Bridgend workshop — hiring stone craftspeople
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
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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Unit 3 St Theodores Way, Bridgend CF32 9TZ · Mon–Thu 7am–4pm · Fri 7am–3pm
Since 2005
Family-run
500+
Kitchens completed
20+ yrs
Expertise