Kandla Grey Indian Sandstone Paving Slabs - Riven - 900x600 - 22mm

If you've been to a garden centre or thumbed through landscaping brochures, you've seen Kandla Grey. It's absolutely everywhere in British gardens, and there's good reason for that - it just works. Natural stone with character, neutral grey colour that goes with everything, and a price point that doesn't require remortgaging. This is the standard riven finish, not the fancy honed version, which keeps costs down.

What You're Getting

Natural Indian sandstone in that classic Kandla Grey colour - soft mid-grey with those subtle blue-grey undertones everyone loves. Each slab's different because it's actual stone, not manufactured. Some pieces lean slightly bluer, others warmer grey, some have more markings. That's natural stone doing its thing.

The riven (naturally cleft) surface has texture and character - not smooth like the honed version, but that classic undulating stone surface that feels organic and natural. More rustic, more traditional, definitely more textured underfoot.

The colour's genuinely versatile. Works with basically any garden style - traditional cottage gardens, modern minimalist spaces, somewhere in between. Pairs with timber, metal, planting, whatever. It's neutral without being boring.

Natural Stone - What That Actually Means

This is porous natural sandstone, which behaves differently to porcelain. It absorbs moisture, can stain if you're not careful, and needs sealing (though opinions vary on how religiously).

It also ages and weathers. Over time, it'll develop patina, slight colour shifts, maybe some surface wear in high-traffic spots. If you want paving that looks identical in 10 years, this isn't it. If you like materials that develop character and tell a story, you'll love how it ages.

Durability-wise, it's solid - sandstone's been used for centuries because it lasts. Handles British weather, frost, rain, general outdoor abuse. But it's softer than porcelain, so really heavy impacts might chip or mark it more easily.

The riven texture provides natural grip, which is genuinely useful. Even when wet, you've got decent traction. That uneven surface also hides minor imperfections and dirt better than smooth finishes.

The Maintenance Reality

More work than porcelain, no point pretending otherwise. Most people seal it after installation to protect against staining and moisture. How often you re-seal depends - some do it annually, some every few years, some basically never after the initial seal.

Regular cleaning is straightforward - sweep regularly, wash occasionally. But you need to watch what you use - avoid acidic cleaners or harsh chemicals that might damage or discolour natural stone.

Spills need prompt attention. Red wine, oil, anything that stains - deal with it quickly or you might get permanent marks. The more you've sealed it, the more protection you have, but natural stone's never as forgiving as porcelain.

Some people embrace the relaxed approach - minimal sealing, let it weather naturally, accept that it'll develop character. If that's your philosophy, Kandla Grey ages beautifully. If you're precious about things staying perfect, you'll be fighting a losing battle.

Why People Choose It

Despite the extra maintenance, Kandla Grey remains hugely popular because:

• It's genuine natural stone with authentic character
• The price is reasonable compared to other natural stones
• That neutral grey works with absolutely everything
• It ages gracefully rather than looking tatty
• There's something satisfying about using actual stone
• The natural variation means your patio's unique