The Honed Slate Collection:  Sleek, Smooth, and Sophisticated

Elevate your fireplace with the understated luxury of Brazilian Honed Slate. While the surface is precision-honed to a silky, flat finish, the stone retains its organic soul through subtle, cloud-like markings and soft tonal shifts. These natural "clouds" give the deep graphite surface a sense of movement and depth. It is the ideal choice for minimalist interiors or modern stove installations where you want clean lines paired with the unmistakable character of natural stone.

• Free delivery applies to full crates in England & Wales. 

• For other areas, please contact us for a quote

• All prices are inclusive of VAT

1. How consistent is the calibration and thickness?

• Precision Machining: Our honed slate is calibrated to a standard thickness of 20mm

• Tolerances: We maintain a strict +/- 2mm tolerance to ensure level bedding and flush joints on-site.

2. Understanding Grade and Surface Character?

• Process-Driven Aesthetics: Unlike our natural riven collection, where "Standard" and "Premium" grades are determined by the initial surface split, the final appearance of honed slate is only revealed during the machining process.

• The "Honed Reveal": A slab that appears uniform or "plain" in its riven state can often exhibit significant cloud-like markings and tonal depth once the top layer is honed away.

• Selection Criteria: Because the aesthetic character remains hidden until the stone is processed, we select our honed stock based on structural density and mineral composition rather than pre-honed surface appearance.

• Project Planning: We advise trade professionals to view honed slate as a "living" natural material. The beauty of the finish lies in this unpredictability, ensuring that every hearth is a one-of-a-kind installation.

3. How does it perform regarding heat and staining?

• Thermal Rating: Naturally Grade A fire-rated and heat-resistant—ideal for solid fuel and gas hearths.

• Density: Low porosity makes it naturally resistant to water; we recommend an impregnating sealer for oil and carbon protection.

4. What is the slip resistance (R-rating)?

• Safety: The honed finish typically sits at an R9/R10 rating.

• Application: Fireplace hearth, chamber and surround

5. Tonal Reliability & Natural Variation

• Organic Character: The honing process reveals the stone’s internal grain, exposing unique, cloud-like markings that give each piece a distinct aesthetic.

• Unique Aesthetic: Unlike standard riven slate, the honed finish ensures that no two slabs are identical. This natural variation is a hallmark of premium Brazilian stone and should be factored into the design intent when presenting to end clients.

• Client Expectation Management: We recommend briefing clients on these tonal shifts before installation to ensure appreciation of the stone's natural diversity.

• Visual Verification: For bespoke or single-slab orders, we can provide "pre-dispatch" photography upon request to confirm character. We don't offer visual verification for full-crate bulk orders due to logistical constraints.