Kandla Grey Smooth Sandstone Linear Paving - Sawn & Honed - 900x200 - 20mm

Premium edging format. Contemporary detail material. Clean crisp lines. Specialist application. Order now FREE delivery

What You're Getting – Shop Premium Quality

This is Kandla Grey Indian sandstone in specialist 900x200mm linear format with premium sawn and honed smooth finish. You're getting authentic quarried sandstone precision-processed for edging and detail applications. The narrow dimension serves completely different purpose than general paving slabs – this is your trim, molding, and finishing material for outdoor projects.

Understanding the Specialist Format:

The 900x200mm dimension isn't general paving – it's too narrow for main coverage. This format excels at specialist applications:

Primary uses:

• Lawn edging and garden borders (replacing plastic or metal edging)
• Step risers and occasional treads (creating defined level changes)
• Decorative banding through patio areas (visual interest, zone separation)
• Pathway edging and definition (crisp borders for gravel or paving)
• Raised bed surrounds (clean modern bed edging)
• Feature details and accents (architectural highlighting)
• Driveway borders (defining parking areas)
• Pool surrounds and water features (waterside detailing)

Think of this as the trim and molding of outdoor paving – not the main surface, but the finishing touches that make everything look intentional, polished, professionally executed. The narrow format creates opportunities impossible with standard paving dimensions.

Why Smooth Finish Matters for Edging:

For edging and detail work, premium smooth sawn and honed surface makes perfect sense:

• Clean lines and crisp edges (precision matters enormously for details)
• Contemporary refined look (suits modern garden aesthetics)
• Easier cleaning in narrow applications (less surface area but more visible)
• Comfortable if sitting on edges (step edges, raised beds, pool surrounds)
• Shows dimensional accuracy (important for straight borders maintaining alignment)
• Sharper visual definition (clear separation between zones)

Where rough riven texture works for large paving areas creating character, smooth finishes create sharper, more defined details – particularly crucial for edging work where you want clean separation between lawn and paving, gravel and flower beds, different material zones.

The premium smooth sawn and honed finish represents substantial processing beyond standard natural stone. Each piece is precisely cut with diamond saws creating perfectly straight edges, then the surface is honed (machine-smoothed) to create refined contemporary texture.

This isn't mirror-polished slippery smoothness – the surface retains subtle texture providing slip resistance and authentic stone feel – but it's dramatically smoother than traditional riven surfaces. The result feels contemporary, architectural, purposefully refined while maintaining genuine natural stone authenticity.

The color remains classic Kandla Grey – sophisticated silver-grey as foundation with blue-grey undertones and occasional warmer grey accents. The smooth finish actually showcases the stone's natural characteristics beautifully rather than hiding them beneath heavy texture.

The linear format displays the stone's color beautifully in long clean runs. Those expanses of refined grey create impressive visual consistency along edges and borders. The narrow width ensures color variation across individual pieces remains subtle rather than dramatic.

The precise sawn edges create clean joints along length. Essential for linear applications – edging and borders demand straight alignment maintaining visual consistency across entire runs. The premium processing enables precision impossible with rough hand-cut edges.

The 20mm calibrated thickness provides proper specification for edging applications. This matches standard paving thickness enabling flush transitions between materials. The calibrated thickness (consistent across pieces within tolerance) means level installation is more achievable than with uncalibrated natural stone.

Edging vs General Paving Reality:

Be absolutely clear about format limitations and appropriate applications:

This format is NOT suitable for:

• Main patio surfaces (too narrow, visually odd, wastefully expensive)
• Large area coverage (use standard formats instead)
• General garden paving (wrong application entirely)

This format IS perfect for:

• All edging and border applications
• Step construction details
• Decorative bands and accents
• Anywhere you need narrow linear material

Don't buy this expecting to pave your patio – you'll waste money and create visual mess. Buy this knowing you're purchasing specialist edging and detail material for specific finishing applications.

Smooth vs Riven for Edging:

Interesting consideration for detail work comparing finish types:

Smooth finish advantages:

• Cleaner sharper lines (contemporary aesthetic precision)
• Contemporary architectural appearance (modern garden styling)
• Easier cleaning in narrow applications (simpler maintenance)
• Better dimensional consistency (straighter borders maintaining alignment)
• More comfortable if sitting on edges (pleasant against skin)
• Crisper visual definition (clear zone separation)

Riven finish considerations:

• More forgiving of dimensional variation (hides minor inconsistencies)
• Traditional rustic character (cottage garden aesthetic)
• Better grip if used as step treads (textured surface safer)
• Hides imperfections more readily (less demanding installation)
• Generally lower cost (less processing required)

For crisp modern edging and architectural details, smooth makes perfect sense. For traditional cottage garden borders wanting rustic character, riven might suit aesthetic better. Both work functionally – this is aesthetic and practical preference.

Understanding Premium Pricing:

Smooth sawn and honed Kandla Grey in linear format represents premium pricing:

1. Sawn and honed processing costs substantially more than natural riven finish
2. Premium smooth specification attracts premium market pricing
3. Linear specialist formats command higher per-meter pricing than general paving
4. Lower production volumes increase unit costs

The question isn't whether this costs more than standard paving (it definitely does), but whether the specialist format plus refined finish justify premium for your specific edging and detail applications.

Available in five practical pack sizes to suit project scales. The 18.25 sqm pack (100 pieces, 41 linear meters) at £519 (£28.44/m², £12.65/linear meter) handles substantial border projects. The 13.5 sqm pack (75 pieces) at £475. The 9 sqm pack (50 pieces) at £325. The 7.2 sqm pack (40 pieces) at £285. The 4.5 sqm pack (25 pieces) at £239 perfect for smaller detail projects or sampling.

Why Buy From Us:

• Best prices on CE certified Kandla Grey 900x200mm smooth linear
• Specialist format – perfect edging, borders, detail applications
• Premium sawn & honed finish – contemporary architectural refinement
• Britain's bestselling grey – timeless sophisticated color
• 20mm calibrated thickness – matches standard paving for transitions
• Five pack options – 4.5 to 18.25 sqm coverage (10-41 linear meters)
• Manageable pieces – reasonable handling despite length
• Precise sawn edges – straight borders, clean alignment
• Natural stone authenticity – genuine quarried sandstone
• Slip resistant – textured smooth finish maintains safe footing
• Frost proof – perfect for UK weather

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We cut out the middlemen and import directly, which means you get premium quality at prices that make sense. No inflated margins, no dealer markups – just honest pricing on materials we're proud to sell. When we say "best prices," we mean it.

Real Experts Who Actually Care

Call us and you'll speak to someone who genuinely knows natural stone, not a script-reading call center. Our team has years of hands-on experience and we're here to help you make the right choice – whether you buy from us or not. Need advice on edging applications? Questions about smooth vs riven for borders? Installation recommendations? We've got you covered with real answers.

Premium Quality, Rigorously Checked

Every single product is CE certified and inspected before it leaves our warehouse. We stake our reputation on quality, which is why we only stock materials we'd happily use in our own homes. You're not gambling on quality when you order from us.

Real Stock, Real Fast Delivery

Unlike companies that drop-ship or order-in, we hold actual stock. That means your order dispatches within days, not weeks. FREE UK mainland delivery on everything, with upgrade options when you need it faster. Track your delivery, receive advance calls, and count on us to show up when promised.

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From DIY homeowners transforming their first patio to professional landscapers running multiple projects – we've supplied them all. Check our reviews across Google, Trustpilot, and social media. Our customers do our marketing for us because we consistently deliver on our promises.

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Not happy when your order arrives? We'll make it right or refund you. Simple as that. We're confident in our quality, which is why we can offer this guarantee without hesitation. Your satisfaction matters more than any single sale.

Buy with complete confidence – quality materials, expert support, reliable delivery, every single time.

Available Pack Sizes – Buy Online Today

Extra Large Pack – 18.25 Square Metres / 41 Linear Meters

100 pieces covering 18.25 sqm (41 linear meters) – BEST VALUE

Large Pack – 13.5 Square Metres / 30.5 Linear Meters

75 pieces covering 13.5 sqm (30.5 linear meters)

Mid Pack – 9 Square Metres / 20.5 Linear Meters

50 pieces covering 9 sqm (20.5 linear meters)

Small Pack – 7.2 Square Metres / 16.5 Linear Meters

40 pieces covering 7.2 sqm (16.5 linear meters)

Sample Pack – 4.5 Square Metres / 10 Linear Meters

25 pieces covering 4.5 sqm (10 linear meters)

FREE delivery to UK mainland included.

Coverage Calculation:
Linear meter calculation most relevant for edging projects. Measure total border/edge length needed, add 5-10% for cutting and wastage. For step risers, measure total rise height across all steps.

How to Use It

Lawn Edging: Replace plastic or metal lawn edging with permanent natural stone borders. Dig shallow trench along lawn edge, bed pieces on mortar base, set flush with or slightly above grass level. Creates crisp modern separation between lawn and beds, gravel, paving. The smooth finish provides clean contemporary aesthetic. Typical requirement: measure total lawn perimeter.

Step Risers: Create defined level changes with stone risers. Each piece becomes vertical face of step. Can be used horizontally for wide steps or vertically for narrower steps. The smooth finish feels pleasant if sitting on step edges. Comfortable underfoot if used as occasional treads (though textured stone typically better for tread safety). Calculate linear meters needed by measuring total rise across all steps.

Pathway Edging: Define gravel paths or paved walkways with clean stone borders. Set pieces alongside path creating clear boundary. The narrow format follows path curves reasonably well. Smooth finish easier to sweep clean than textured edging. Prevents gravel migration into adjacent areas. Professional appearance elevating basic pathways.

Decorative Banding: Run linear bands through larger paved areas creating visual interest and zone definition. Contrasts beautifully against standard format paving. The smooth finish provides textural contrast against riven surfaces. Use to separate dining from lounging areas, define walkways through patios, create geometric patterns.

Raised Bed Surrounds: Edge raised planting beds with clean modern stone coping. Set pieces flat as horizontal cap or vertical as retaining edge. The smooth finish comfortable for sitting while gardening. Contemporary aesthetic suits modern landscaping. Durable permanent solution outlasting timber edging.

Pool Surrounds: Edge swimming pools or water features with refined stone borders. The smooth finish comfortable barefoot around pool edges. Sets professional tone for pool surrounds. Contrasts beautifully against water. Slip-resistant despite smooth appearance when installed properly.

Driveway Borders: Define parking areas with permanent stone edging. Separates driveway from lawn or beds clearly. Prevents gravel or aggregate migration. The refined finish suits contemporary property frontages. More substantial than plastic edging, more refined than concrete.

Installation Tips

Linear format edging demands proper installation standards despite narrow width. Start with excavation to appropriate depth allowing for sub-base plus mortar bed. For lawn edging, typically 100-150mm total depth. For structural applications like steps, require full foundations.

The smooth finish shows installation quality obviously. Any substrate variation, uneven bedding, or level inconsistency visible on refined surfaces. Linear runs amplify issues – inconsistent alignment across length looks particularly poor.

Set pieces on mortar bed for permanent installation. Use 4:1 sharp sand to cement mix. Butter back of each piece ensuring full contact. The narrow width means mortar coverage particularly important – voids behind pieces cause failure.

The 900mm length requires careful alignment maintaining straight runs. Use string lines religiously for long borders. Even slight deviation compounds across length creating obvious curves in supposedly straight edges. Professional appearance demands precision.

Handle pieces carefully despite manageable weight. The length makes pieces awkward rather than heavy. Two-person handling helpful for longer installations even though individual pieces manageable solo. Proper lifting technique essential – don't twist while carrying long pieces.

The precise sawn edges allow tight joints along length. Maintain 8-10mm joints between pieces for flexibility and jointing compound. Consistent joint width essential for professional appearance – variation obvious in linear runs.

Cut pieces carefully using diamond blade wet saw with proper support. The narrow width makes pieces easier to cut than wide paving but length requires attention. Support both sides of cut preventing binding. Plan cuts to minimize waste.

The sophisticated grey palette works beautifully defining edges and borders. Contrasts effectively against green lawns. Complements gravel, bark, planting. Works with virtually any paving color. Edge darker paving with Kandla Grey for subtle definition. Edge lighter materials for clearer contrast.

What to Expect with Natural Stone

Here's what makes this product special – it's genuine quarried sandstone with premium architectural processing in specialist linear format designed specifically for edging and detail applications rather than general paving coverage.

The color remains beautifully stable over time. Kandla Grey's silver-grey palette doesn't fade, yellow, or change dramatically – it develops gentle patina that enhances rather than alters character. The sophisticated grey tones remain sophisticated whether installed yesterday or twenty years ago.

The smooth surface provides excellent slip resistance despite refined appearance. The honed finish retains subtle texture that maintains safe footing throughout British weather. Rain intensifies grey tones beautifully – colors deepen when wet, creating depth that dry stone only hints at.

Expect the stone to show natural characteristics typical of genuine sandstone. Occasional fossil marks, slight mineral variations, subtle grain direction – these are hallmarks of authentic material rather than defects. The smooth finish showcases these characteristics beautifully rather than hiding them beneath heavy texture.

The precise sawn edges create refined joints essential for edging integrity. Linear applications demand consistent dimensions and straight edges to maintain professional appearance. The premium processing enables precision impossible with rough hand-cut edges.

The smooth finish feels wonderful if contact occurs. Pleasant against skin when sitting on pool edges or step risers. Furniture contact areas stay cleaner than textured surfaces. The surface feels intentional, considered, properly premium.

The narrow format creates crisp defined edges that standard paving cannot match. Purpose-built dimension for edging applications. This separates premium finished projects from basic installations – it's about professional details worth appreciating.

Delivery & Returns – Order with Confidence

We include FREE standard UK mainland delivery on all orders – your sandstone arrives in 3-5 working days on a tail-lift lorry, offloaded at your kerbside. Shop with confidence knowing your order is backed by our quality guarantee.

The manageable format means reasonable movement from kerbside to storage though length requires care. Ensure clear access and appropriate storage location protecting pieces from damage.

Need it faster or on a specific day? We offer Saturday delivery, 48-hour express, or specific AM/PM time slots. Select your preferred option at checkout.

Not happy when it arrives? No problem. We've got a 14-day money-back guarantee because we're confident you'll love it. Buy risk-free today.

Care & Maintenance

Kandla Grey smooth sandstone requires reasonable attention – the refined surface shows marks more readily than textured riven finishes. However, the smoother surface is easier to clean when you do maintain it. Regular sweeping removes debris effectively from narrow edges.

Hit it with gentle pressure wash once or twice yearly to remove accumulated grime. The smooth finish responds beautifully to washing – colors brighten and refined texture shows its character. Be careful with pressure settings – smooth stone doesn't need aggressive pressure.

Sealing is highly recommended for smooth sandstone edging. Quality stone sealer enhances color depth, protects surface, creates slight sheen adding refinement. The smooth finish takes sealer beautifully with consistent absorption. Reapply sealer every 2-3 years or as manufacturer recommends.

The linear format means replacement is straightforward if individual pieces ever chip or crack (though properly installed pieces rarely damage). Simply lift damaged piece and bed replacement – the natural tonal variation means new pieces integrate seamlessly without obvious patches.

Popular Combinations – Complete Your Project

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Stone sealer to protect and enhance smooth finish

Need Help? – Get Expert Advice Before You Buy

Give us a call on 0115 646 3218 (Mon-Fri 8am-5:30pm, Sat 9am-3pm) or email info@universalpaving.co.uk. Our team actually knows these products inside out and can help you figure out exactly what you need.

Want to see it first? Order a sample to check smooth finish and grey tones.

Not sure about linear format applications? We'll help you assess suitability for your project.

Questions about edging installation? We can discuss realistic execution requirements.

Need to calculate linear meters? We'll walk through measurement process with you.

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