Kandla Grey Indian Sandstone Paving Slabs - Sawn & Honed - 600x300 - 20mm - Smooth Paving

Right, so this combines two things: the refined sawn & honed surface (smooth, contemporary) with the classic 600×300mm brick-sized format (pattern options like herringbone, stretcher bond). Premium aesthetic with traditional laying flexibility - lovely combination if both those things appeal, though definitely more expensive and complex than standard options.

Why This Format Matters

The 600×300mm dimension is that classic 2:1 ratio enabling traditional paving patterns:

Pattern possibilities:

• Herringbone (classic, elegant, directional)
• Stretcher bond/running bond (like brickwork)
• Basketweave (traditional charm)
• Random bond (organic appearance)
• Stack bond (contemporary grid)

Can't do these patterns with square tiles or large rectangular slabs - you need this specific brick-sized proportion. Combined with the honed finish, you get traditional patterns with contemporary refined surface.

Handling advantages:

• Lightest weight in the Kandla Grey range (maybe 8-12kg per piece)
• Easy single-person handling
• Good for DIY projects
• Simpler cutting and adjustment
• Better for curved edges (smaller units follow curves naturally)

The smaller size makes material handling genuinely manageable - significant advantage for DIY builders or anyone working solo.

The Honed Finish Character

That sawn and honed surface gives you:

• Smooth, refined feel (nicer underfoot than rough riven)
• Contemporary aesthetic that works in modern gardens
• Shows stone's natural character beautifully
• Easier furniture movement (smooth surface, no catching)
• Clean, architectural lines

Still textured enough for safety and grip - it's honed, not polished slippery. Just feels more refined and contemporary than heavily textured riven finishes.

The Kandla Grey colour looks particularly good with honed finish - subtle blue-grey undertones and natural markings visible on the smoother surface.

For herringbone or structured patterns where precision matters, honed's dimensional accuracy genuinely helps. For random bond or rustic layouts, riven's character might suit better.

Where This Format Shines

600×300mm Sawn & Honed particularly suits:

• Garden paths where the size feels proportionate
• Driveways wanting traditional herringbone patterns
• Patios where pattern detail creates interest
• Contemporary gardens wanting structured layouts
• Properties bridging traditional and modern aesthetics
• Anyone who enjoys craft and detailed paving work

Less ideal for:

• Very large patios (too many pieces, pattern might feel busy)
• Budget-conscious projects (premium finish + pattern labour)
• Quick turnaround installations (patterns take time)
• Complete beginners (complex patterns not beginner-friendly)