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Standard slab, tile, pattern and step sizes to help plan your takeoffs and orders. Dimensions are shown in centimeters unless otherwise stated.
Slip Rating & Wet Pendulum Guide
A concise overview of P1–P5 slip ratings so you can align each Karimi Stone finish with the right space, moisture level and safety expectation.
OVERVIEW
RATING SCALE SNAPSHOT
P1 → P5 Left = smoother | Right = more textured
Dry circulation
Higher slip risk
For dry-only walkways and light traffic areas where water is not expected on the surface.
Light splash
Everyday wet public
High exposure
Maximum grip
Commercial kitchens, covered loading docks and pool ramps or stairs leading into water.
Start with water, movement and consequence
Consider how wet the floor can get, how quickly people move, and how critical a slip could be. Then use the cards below to align each area of your project with a suitable P rating before you select a Karimi Stone finish.
P1 – dry circulation
Higher slip risk when wet
P2 – light splash
Transitional & semi-wet areas
P3 – regularly wet public
Balanced everyday grip
P4 – high exposure
Wet, high traffic environments
P5 – maximum grip
Demanding commercial use
Where a P rating is not shown
For the most demanding applications: commercial kitchens, loading docks under cover, steep external ramps, swimming pool ramps and stairs leading into water.
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N/T
No Wet Pendulum slip testing has yet been performed on this surface finish.
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N/A
Wet Pendulum testing is not applicable or cannot be performed for this surface format.
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WPT
Indicates that the Wet Pendulum Test method has been used to determine the rating.
Information disclaimer
This guide is a general summary only and does not constitute legal or compliance advice. Slip resistance requirements vary by project, location and use. Always confirm ratings and regulatory obligations with qualified slip-rating and building-compliance professionals before final specification.
Colour Variation Guide
Variation scale
Near-Zero Variation – V0
Soft Variation – V1
Moderate Variation – V2
Expressive Variation – V3
High-Drama Variation – V4
Surface Finish
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Karimi Stone · Finish Guide
A structured, natural-looking surface with controlled broken grooves that softens reflections and adds depth to façades and feature walls.
In a cut broken finish, the stone is first sawn into slabs, then the face is worked with machine and hand tools to create controlled grooves and broken ridges. Instead of a flat, polished surface, it produces a matte, non-reflective texture. Light catches the small steps and fractures, adding depth and a handcrafted architectural character.
Ideal for external cladding where you want strong shadows, natural texture and a less reflective, monolithic appearance.
Suitable behind reception desks, stair voids or living spaces where the broken pattern adds movement and depth.
Well suited to boundary walls, entry portals and garden elements requiring a durable, sculpted stone texture.
Cut broken finishes behave differently on each stone type, from marble and travertine to Chinese and crystal stones. Use this pop-up as a visual and performance guide only. Final panel thickness, joint design and fixing recommendations will be detailed in your Karimi Stone quotation and technical documentation.
Surface Finish
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Karimi Stone · Finish Guide
A highly textured, non-slip surface created by controlled hammer impacts, giving the stone a natural, weathered character for demanding outdoor conditions.
In a bush hammered finish, a head fitted with multiple diamond or carbide points repeatedly strikes the stone surface. These impacts chip tiny craters 1–3 mm deep, breaking up the smooth face into a rugged, non-slip texture. The result is a naturally matte, highly tactile surface that feels solid underfoot and stands up to tough weather and heavy use.
Ideal for external steps, landings and building thresholds where you need extra grip in wet, dusty or icy conditions.
Performs well on pavements, plazas and circulation areas exposed to rain and heavy pedestrian movement.
Recommended for sloped vehicle areas and access ramps where additional texture helps reduce the risk of slipping.
Bush hammered finishes behave differently on each stone, depending on density, thickness and mineral structure. Use this view as a visual and performance guide only. Detailed thickness requirements, edge treatment options and any bush hammered + brushed combinations are confirmed in your Karimi Stone quotation and technical documents.
Surface Finish
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Karimi Stone · Finish Guide
A character-rich surface combining a softly brushed texture with gently worn, rounded edges for an antique yet refined appearance.
The tumbled process softly wears back edges and corners, creating a rounded, timeworn profile with an antique feel. Brushing then moves across the surface with wire brushes, opening the softer areas and polishing the harder minerals. Together, they create a naturally aged, gently textured and visually calm surface with no sharp edges under hand or bare feet.
Rounded edges and textured faces make this finish suitable around pools, terraces and steps where bare feet and slip resistance both matter.
Delivers a softly aged, European-style appearance for pathways, courtyards and intimate outdoor spaces with a relaxed character.
Suitable for entrance landings, external stairs and thresholds where a tactile, durable finish should feel established from the first day.
Brushed finishes express differently on each stone, depending on hardness, colour and veining. Use this view as a visual guide only. Detailed performance, edge details and format options are confirmed in your Karimi Stone quotation and technical documentation.
