Based in Wigan, Family-run Avamco Solid Surfaces Ltd has spent over 20 years uniting two disciplines that rarely meet in one company: engineering complex architectural stonework and crafting bespoke interior surfaces. From high-rise façades to kitchen worktops, the firm approaches every project with the same emphasis on precision, performance, and longevity.

Founded in 2003, Avamco has evolved from a specialist contractor into a multi-faceted operation, working with architects, main contractors, and private clients alike. This dual expertise allows the company to oversee projects holistically, ensuring that exterior and interior surfaces perform seamlessly within the building’s ecosystem.

An engineering mindset informs their solid surface and stone worktop division, with CNC machinery and skilled masons transforming Corian®, quartz, granite, and porcelain into bespoke surfaces for kitchens, bathrooms, and commercial interiors. Each material is treated to maximise durability and performance: seamless Corian® joints, hygienic quartz, character-rich granite, and heat and scratch-resistant porcelain. While the company also advises clients on material selection, maintenance, and lifecycle, and minimises waste by repurposing off-cuts and sourcing from ethical quarries.

On architectural and heritage projects, Avamco’s focus extends beyond the visible stone. Using 3D modelling and finite element analysis (FEA), the team designs bespoke support systems capable of accommodating thermal movement, wind load, and long-term environmental stress. For example, a recent Manchester high-rise required a custom stainless steel subframe precisely calibrated to maintain façade stability at height. Heritage projects often demand a forensic approach, and where centuries-old iron fixings may corrode and crack surrounding stone, Avamco’s solution is not just replacement, but careful removal of corrosive elements and installation of non-corrosive supports - safeguarding the structure while preserving historical integrity.