Karndean Heritage Collection Clifton CLIF-04 Geometric Tile Glue Down LVT Flooring

Introducing the Karndean Heritage Collection Clifton CLIF-04, a sophisticated contemporary interpretation of the timeless Victorian star-and-square tile pattern that brings architectural elegance and modern colour sophistication to your interior spaces. This stunning design features the iconic Clifton star motif created through precisely arranged square and triangular tiles in a beautiful four-colour palette of Azure blue, Dove Grey, crisp Lace white, and bold Nero black. The result is a floor that honours Victorian heritage while embracing contemporary design sensibilities, making it perfect for homeowners who appreciate classic geometric patterns but desire a fresh, modern colour story that feels current and stylish.

*Special order product: This product is made to order and can take 2-4 weeks to be dispatched.

Each pre-assembled 229mm x 229mm panel showcases the mesmerising Clifton star pattern, where geometric precision creates an optical illusion of dimensional depth and movement across your floor. The Azure blue adds an unexpected contemporary twist to the traditional Victorian design, while Dove Grey introduces warmth and sophistication. Crisp Lace white provides brightness and definition, and bold Nero black creates grounding contrast that makes the pattern truly pop. This four-colour combination offers remarkable versatility – it can anchor a coastal-inspired scheme, complement Scandinavian minimalism, add character to industrial-chic lofts, or bring contemporary elegance to period property renovations.

Key Features:

• Authentic Victorian Star Pattern – Iconic Clifton design featuring the timeless star-and-square effect created through precise geometric arrangement

• Contemporary Four-Colour Palette – Azure blue, Dove Grey, Lace white, and Nero black create sophisticated modern styling with heritage roots

• Pre-Assembled Mosaic Panels – 229mm x 229mm panels arrive ready to install, delivering authentic Victorian tile appearance without complex piece-by-piece laying

• 100% Waterproof Construction – Perfect for entrance halls, kitchens, bathrooms, utility rooms, and conservatories where moisture resistance is essential

• Enhanced Surface Protection – K-Guard+ with PU coating provides hygienic, easily maintained surface that resists everyday wear, spills, and scuffs

• Lifetime Residential Warranty – Backed by Karndean's confidence in exceptional quality, with 15-year commercial warranty for high-traffic commercial applications

• Premium 0.55mm Wear Layer – Outstanding durability with embossed texture that authentically replicates the tactile feel of traditional ceramic tiles

• Micro-Bevelled Edges – Subtle edge detail enhances definition between geometric shapes for realistic dimensional tile appearance

• 2.5mm Total Thickness – Robust construction ideal for renovation projects over existing hard floors without significantly raising floor height

Ideal For:

Clifton CLIF-04 excels at creating memorable first impressions, making it an outstanding choice for entrance halls where you want to welcome guests with architectural sophistication and contemporary style. This design works magnificently in open-plan kitchens where the geometric pattern creates visual interest across large floor areas while the blue and grey tones complement modern cabinetry and stainless steel appliances. The star pattern provides natural focal point styling that anchors interior schemes while the contemporary colour palette ensures the floor feels fresh and current rather than overly traditional.

In residential applications, consider Clifton CLIF-04 for dining rooms where the sophisticated pattern adds formal elegance without feeling stuffy, bathrooms seeking statement floor styling that combines period charm with modern colour trends, and hallways where the repeating pattern creates pleasing visual flow that draws the eye through your home. The design's directional quality and optical depth make it particularly effective in rectangular spaces, where the panels can be oriented to emphasize room proportions and create dynamic visual interest.

For commercial environments, Clifton CLIF-04 delivers the prestige and durability required in boutique hotels, particularly in reception areas, corridors, and guest bathrooms where creating lasting impressions matters. Contemporary restaurants and wine bars benefit from the sophisticated backdrop that adds character without overwhelming the space, while upscale retail boutiques, hair salons, and design studios gain immediate credibility through architecturally interesting flooring. The four-colour palette works especially well in coastal hospitality venues, wellness centers, and lifestyle brands where the Azure blue resonates with brand identity.

Technical Excellence:

The Clifton CLIF-04 showcases Karndean's advanced luxury vinyl tile technology, delivering exceptional realism and durability through multiple precision-engineered layers. At the foundation lies a high-definition photographic layer that captures every nuance of authentic Victorian ceramic tiles – from the vibrant Azure blue that adds contemporary freshness to the warm Dove Grey that introduces sophistication, the crisp Lace white that provides clarity, and the bold Nero black that creates dramatic contrast. This photographic layer undergoes meticulous colour matching to ensure each shade reads true and the overall pattern maintains perfect visual balance.

Protecting this visual layer is a premium 0.55mm wear layer featuring an embossed texture that replicates not just the appearance but the authentic tactile experience of traditional tiles. This substantial wear layer ensures your floor maintains its pristine appearance even in high-traffic family areas and commercial applications, resisting the scratching, scuffing, and wear patterns that can compromise lesser quality flooring products. The texture provides genuine depth – run your hand across Clifton and you'll feel the subtle surface variations that make the floor convincingly realistic.

The innovative K-Guard+ surface treatment with polyurethane coating represents the pinnacle of luxury vinyl floor protection. This enhanced surface layer creates a hygienic barrier that resists bacterial growth, making it ideal for kitchens and bathrooms where cleanliness is paramount. Spills sit on the surface rather than penetrating, allowing quick cleanup that prevents staining. Red wine, coffee, muddy footprints, and dropped makeup all wipe away easily. Daily dirt and dust simply sweep away, while occasional damp mopping with Karndean Clean keeps the floor looking showroom-fresh year after year.

Beneath the wear layer, precision-engineered stability and backing layers ensure dimensional stability across varying environmental conditions. The floor resists expansion and contraction that can cause gaps or buckling, maintaining flawless appearance even when installed over underfloor heating systems operating up to 27°C. The complete 2.5mm construction achieves optimal durability without excessive thickness, making it practical for renovation projects where floor height transitions must be carefully managed. With an R10 slip resistance rating, Clifton provides confident footing even when wet, essential for family bathrooms and busy kitchens.

Installation & Maintenance:

Clifton CLIF-04 requires professional glue-down installation using Karndean's specified adhesive systems, ensuring permanent secure fixing that prevents movement and maintains perfect pattern alignment. This installation method is crucial for the Clifton pattern, as the intricate star motif requires precise panel alignment to create the seamless geometric flow that makes this design so visually striking. Professional installers appreciate the pre-assembled 229mm x 229mm panel format, which dramatically reduces installation time compared to piece-by-piece mosaic laying while ensuring perfect geometric accuracy.

The glue-down method makes Clifton fully compatible with underfloor heating systems up to 27°C, allowing you to enjoy the visual elegance of traditional tiles with the comfort of warm floors underfoot. This combination proves particularly popular in entrance halls and bathrooms, where the period-inspired styling feels authentically luxurious when paired with gentle radiant warmth. The permanent installation also makes Clifton ideal for renovation projects, as it can be installed over most existing hard substrates including concrete, ceramic tiles, and existing vinyl flooring, provided surfaces are properly prepared.

One of Clifton's greatest practical advantages over traditional ceramic tiles is the complete elimination of grouting, sealing, and ongoing maintenance treatments. Your floor arrives with its protective K-Guard+ surface fully applied and ready for immediate use – no additional treatments required. Daily maintenance consists simply of sweeping or vacuuming to remove loose dirt, with occasional damp mopping using Karndean Clean solution to maintain the floor's pristine appearance. The seamless surface prevents moisture penetration and won't harbour bacteria, allergens, or mould, making it an excellent choice for allergy sufferers and families with young children.

Should any panel sustain damage over the years – whether from dropped objects, furniture movement, or extended wear in high-traffic areas – Karndean's individual panel format allows surgical replacement of affected sections without disturbing surrounding areas. This replaceability extends your floor's lifespan indefinitely, a significant advantage over monolithic floor coverings or traditional tiled floors where matching discontinued batches becomes impossible.

Design Inspiration:

Clifton CLIF-04 excels at creating interiors that balance classic elegance with contemporary colour trends. In coastal and seaside properties, the Azure blue immediately evokes the ocean and sky, creating floors that feel intrinsically connected to their environment. Pair Clifton CLIF-04 with white walls, natural rope accents, and weathered wood furniture for a sophisticated coastal look that avoids beach-themed clichés. The geometric pattern provides architectural interest while the blue, grey, and white palette maintains the light, breezy aesthetic essential to coastal styling.

For contemporary urban apartments and lofts, use Clifton CLIF-04 to add character and warmth to industrial spaces. The Victorian star pattern introduces traditional elegance that softens exposed brick, steel beams, and concrete surfaces, while the Azure and grey tones feel decidedly modern. Install it in an open-plan kitchen-dining area to define the space and create visual interest across large floor expanses, pairing it with stainless steel appliances, concrete countertops, and pendant lighting for industrial-chic styling.

In period property renovations, Clifton CLIF-04 offers authentic Victorian floor styling with a contemporary twist that respects the building's heritage while acknowledging modern living. Install it in an entrance hall to recreate the grand welcome that characterised Victorian homes, then extend it into a rear extension or renovated kitchen where the contemporary colour palette bridges old and new architecture seamlessly. The pattern works beautifully with both heritage paint colours and modern neutrals, making it remarkably versatile for mixed-era properties.

Consider using Clifton CLIF-04 strategically to create focal points and define zones within open-plan layouts. Install it in the entrance area to establish a dramatic threshold, then transition to Karndean wood-effect planks in main living spaces, using the floor pattern to subtly delineate public and private zones. Alternatively, use Clifton in the kitchen zone of an open-plan space while continuing wood-effect flooring into dining and living areas, creating clear functional definition without requiring walls or physical barriers.

The Heritage Collection's decorative border options – including Diamond and Brick patterns – allow you to frame your Clifton floor with additional geometric interest. A border can define the perimeter of a large room, create a decorative panel effect in the centre of an entrance hall, or add visual complexity when transitioning between different flooring types. You might also combine Clifton with other Karndean products to create custom designs: picture a Clifton entrance hall that flows into a wood-effect hallway, or a restaurant where Clifton defines the bar area while wood planks flow through dining spaces.

Why Choose Heritage Collection:

Selecting Karndean Heritage Collection Clifton CLIF-04 over traditional ceramic tiles delivers compelling practical benefits alongside aesthetic excellence. Traditional ceramic tiles feel cold and hard underfoot, particularly during winter months when bare feet on tile floors can be genuinely uncomfortable. Clifton's luxury vinyl construction provides significantly warmer surface temperature naturally, creating a more welcoming feel in entrance halls and bathrooms where comfort matters. When combined with underfloor heating, luxury vinyl warms more quickly and retains heat more efficiently than ceramic, reducing energy consumption while maximizing comfort.

The absence of grout lines transforms floor maintenance from a recurring chore into a simple quick task. Traditional tiled floors require regular grout cleaning with specialized brushes and harsh chemicals, periodic resealing to prevent moisture penetration and staining, and often develop discoloured, grimy grout that's nearly impossible to restore to original brightness. Clifton eliminates these frustrations entirely – seamless panels mean no porous grout lines to harbour dirt, bacteria, or mould. Just sweep and mop occasionally, and your floor looks immaculate, saving countless hours of maintenance effort over the floor's lifetime.

Acoustic performance represents another significant advantage that dramatically impacts daily living comfort. Ceramic tiles create hard, sound-reflective surfaces that amplify noise, making entrance halls and kitchens feel echoey and chaotic during busy periods. Clifton's softer composition absorbs impact sounds, significantly reducing the clatter of footsteps, dropped items, and furniture movement. This creates a more peaceful, comfortable home environment, particularly valuable in apartments, terraced houses, or properties with open-plan layouts where sound easily travels between spaces.

Installation efficiency gives Clifton considerable advantages in both new builds and renovation projects. The pre-assembled panel format installs much faster than individual mosaic pieces, reducing labour costs and minimizing disruption to your home or business. There's no drying time for adhesive or grout, allowing rooms to return to service more quickly. For renovations, Clifton can often be installed directly over existing floors, eliminating the cost, mess, and disposal challenges of removing old ceramic tiles.

From a sustainability perspective, Karndean demonstrates strong environmental commitments throughout their manufacturing and product lifecycle. Clifton floors are designed for genuine longevity rather than planned obsolescence, with the lifetime residential warranty reflecting authentic durability that reduces replacement frequency. The ability to replace individual panels extends usable life even further, keeping functional flooring out of landfills. Karndean's manufacturing processes prioritize environmental responsibility, with ongoing efforts to reduce environmental impact across sourcing, production, and distribution.

Clifton CLIF-04 represents the perfect synthesis of Victorian architectural elegance and 21st-century design innovation. You receive authentic star-and-square pattern styling that adds genuine value and character to your property, combined with contemporary colour sophistication and practical benefits that make luxury vinyl the intelligent choice for modern living. Whether you're creating a coastal retreat, updating an urban apartment, restoring a period property, or specifying flooring for a boutique hotel, Clifton CLIF-04 delivers timeless geometric sophistication with contemporary blue and grey styling that will remain stylish for decades to come.