Natural Slate Beauty – Corris in Authentic Grey Tones
Discover the authentic beauty of natural Welsh slate with Corris LM22 from Karndean's prestigious Art Select collection. This elegant grey slate-effect design captures the rich texture, natural riven surface, and subtle variation of traditional slate from the Welsh quarries. The perfectly proportioned 457mm x 610mm (18" x 24") tile format works beautifully in smaller spaces and allows for grout strips between tiles for an authentic natural stone appearance with contemporary practicality.
Key Features:
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Premium 0.7mm Wear Layer – Art Select's superior wear layer provides exceptional durability and resilience, backed by a lifetime residential warranty and 20-year commercial guarantee
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Authentic Welsh Slate Character – Meticulously crafted to replicate natural slate with rich texture, subtle riven surface, and realistic variation characteristic of traditional Welsh slate
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Refined Grey Palette – Sophisticated grey colouring with natural tonal shifts creates contemporary elegance with authentic stone character
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Grout Strip Compatible – Design allows you to add Karndean Design Strips between tiles for authentic grouting effects that enhance the natural stone appearance
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Perfect for Smaller Spaces – The 457mm x 610mm (18" x 24") format is ideally proportioned for bathrooms, en-suites, cloakrooms, utility rooms, and compact areas where it creates visual harmony
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Natural Texture – Subtle riven surface texture captures the organic tactile quality of authentic slate for realistic authenticity
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100% Waterproof – Perfect for bathrooms, wet rooms, shower rooms, kitchens, and any moisture-prone area where natural slate would require extensive sealing and maintenance
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Deep Bevelled Edge – Four-sided bevelling defines each tile and enhances the authentic slate appearance
Ideal For:
Transform residential spaces including bathrooms, en-suites, powder rooms, cloakrooms, utility rooms, conservatories, kitchens, hallways, and boot rooms into havens of natural slate elegance. The refined grey aesthetic complements contemporary, modern country, traditional, transitional, industrial, and natural material-inspired interiors. The medium tile format is particularly well-suited to smaller bathrooms and compact areas where it creates visual balance without overwhelming. Also perfect for commercial applications including spa facilities, boutique hotel bathrooms, wellness centers, upscale retail changing rooms, and professional offices seeking refined natural stone aesthetics with Welsh heritage character.
Technical Excellence:
Karndean Art Select represents the pinnacle of luxury vinyl engineering. With a robust 3.0mm total thickness and premium 0.7mm wear layer, Corris delivers outstanding performance against daily wear, impacts, and moisture. Unlike natural slate—which requires professional installation, regular sealing to prevent staining and water absorption, specialist cleaning, is cold and hard underfoot, expensive, prone to chipping and flaking, and can be slippery when wet—this luxury vinyl alternative offers all the natural slate beauty with none of the complications. Simply sweep and mop to maintain its pristine appearance with no sealing or specialist treatments required.
Installation & Maintenance:
Corris features gluedown installation, allowing for versatile laying patterns including straight lay, brick bond, or offset arrangements. The 18" x 24" format provides excellent coverage while remaining perfectly proportioned for smaller bathrooms and compact areas. Each box covers 3.345m² with 12 tiles, making project planning straightforward. Add Karndean Design Strips between tiles to create authentic grouting effects or geometric patterns. Compatible with underfloor heating systems up to 27°C for added warmth and comfort—eliminating the cold shock of natural slate. The individual tile format means any damaged tiles can be easily replaced without disturbing the entire floor.
Design Inspiration:
Elevate your design by incorporating Karndean Design Strips between tiles for authentic grouting effects. DS10 Chalk (as featured in product images) provides gentle tonal definition that complements the grey palette beautifully. DS12 Concrete adds contemporary continuity, while DS22 Graphite offers dramatic definition for bold geometric patterns. The sophisticated grey slate tones pair beautifully with chrome and brushed steel fixtures, white sanitaryware, natural wood vanities, warm copper accents, and contemporary accessories. Create a spa-like sanctuary with frameless glass and minimalist fittings, embrace country cottage charm with painted furniture and vintage finds, or achieve industrial elegance with exposed materials and raw textures.
Why Choose Corris Slate:
✓ Authentic Welsh slate aesthetic without maintenance burden ✓ Perfectly proportioned for smaller bathrooms and compact spaces ✓ Refined grey tones create natural elegance ✓ Natural riven texture adds authentic character ✓ Grout strip compatible for authentic stone appearance ✓ Warmer and more comfortable underfoot than natural slate ✓ No cold shock when stepping barefoot—ideal for bathrooms ✓ No sealing or specialist maintenance required ✓ Non-porous and hygienic—perfect for family bathrooms ✓ Stain-resistant surface—toiletries and cosmetics wipe away easily ✓ No risk of chipping, flaking, or splitting like natural slate ✓ Slip-resistant even when wet—safer than natural slate ✓ Significantly more affordable than genuine Welsh slate ✓ Easier to cut and fit than heavy natural slate ✓ Pet and family-friendly durability ✓ Fade-resistant colours maintain their refined appearance ✓ Acoustic comfort—quieter than hard natural slate ✓ Environmentally friendly cleaning with simple products ✓ Backed by Karndean's lifetime residential warranty
Create a sanctuary of natural slate elegance with Corris LM22—where the authentic beauty of Welsh slate meets cutting-edge flooring innovation. Transform your bathroom or compact space into a refined retreat with lasting natural stone character and uncompromising practical performance.
