Karndean Knight Tile Glacial Marble SM-ST27 Stone Tile Glue Down LVT Flooring

Discover the elegant versatility of Karndean Knight Tile Glacial Marble SM-ST27, a beautifully proportioned smaller format stone tile that captures the sophisticated beauty of icy white marble with delicate grey veining. This luxurious stone effect flooring delivers the timeless appeal of authentic marble in a slimline 457mm x 76mm (3" x 18") format that opens up exciting design possibilities beyond traditional large-format tiles, all at entry-range prices that make premium marble aesthetics accessible for any project. The SM-ST27 Glacial Marble features a clean white background enhanced by subtle grey veining that flows organically across each tile, creating a bright, sophisticated foundation that elevates any interior from traditional to contemporary. The smaller tile dimensions allow for creative installations including brick patterns, stacked layouts, and intricate feature designs that aren't possible with larger format tiles. Also available in a larger format as ST27 (305mm x 457mm / 12" x 18") for coordinated installations where you can combine both sizes to create stunning custom patterns with depth and visual interest. As part of the Knight Tile collection's 66 SKU range, Glacial Marble SM-ST27 exemplifies Karndean's commitment to delivering signature style, creative flexibility, and quality at the most affordable price point in their portfolio. Key Features: Authentic marble design with realistic veining and natural variation Cool white background with delicate grey marble veining throughout Luxurious aesthetic inspired by high-quality glacial marble stone 457mm x 76mm (3" x 18") slimline rectangular format perfect for creative installations Also available in larger format as ST27 (305mm x 457mm) for coordinated multi-format designs Smaller tile dimensions enable intricate patterns, borders, and feature installations 100% waterproof construction - perfect for bathrooms, kitchens, and wet areas Enhanced K-Guard+ surface protection with PU coating for hygienic, easy-clean finish 0.3mm wear layer provides excellent durability for residential and moderate commercial applications 2.0mm total thickness ideal for renovation projects and new construction Non-bevelled edges create seamless tile-to-tile appearance typical of stone flooring 15-Year Residential / 10-Year Commercial Warranty for long-lasting peace of mind Entry-range pricing delivers Karndean quality and marble aesthetics at accessible prices Tile-to-tile variation ensures natural, authentic stone floor appearance No grouting required, though Design Strips can be added for traditional grout effect Versatile format ideal for both full-floor installations and feature areas Ideal For: Glacial Marble SM-ST27 is the perfect flooring solution for spaces where creative design flexibility is essential, offering the sophistication of marble in a smaller format that enables intricate installations and distinctive pattern work. Residential Applications: Transform your home with the cool sophistication of marble-effect flooring in a versatile format that adapts to your creative vision. The slimline 457mm x 76mm tiles excel in bathrooms where their smaller dimensions allow for elegant brick patterns, vertical stacking for feature walls behind freestanding tubs, or intricate mosaic-inspired borders. Create spa-like luxury with authentic marble aesthetics and 100% waterproof protection without the maintenance headaches of natural stone. In kitchens, use SM-ST27 as a feature backsplash or splashback area coordinated with larger ST27 tiles on the floor for a cohesive design scheme. The narrow format is perfect for creating distinctive hallway runners with Design Strip borders that guide the eye through your entrance. Utility rooms and boot rooms benefit from the bright, light-reflective white surface that makes practical spaces feel fresh and welcoming. The smaller tiles are ideal for awkward spaces, alcoves, or areas with many corners where larger tiles would require excessive cutting. Home offices can incorporate SM-ST27 as a feature strip behind desks or as decorative borders that add personality to professional spaces. The Knight Tile collection's entry-range pricing makes it possible to use these smaller format tiles creatively throughout your home without budget concerns. Commercial Applications: Knight Tile Glacial Marble SM-ST27 delivers premium marble aesthetics with creative flexibility at entry-level prices, making it ideal for budget-conscious commercial projects that want distinctive design without standard large-format tile limitations. The smaller format enables feature entrances, branded floor patterns, wayfinding strips, and decorative borders that larger tiles cannot achieve. Perfect for community living schemes where hallways, corridors, and transitional spaces benefit from the lighter, brighter feel of narrow marble tiles. Excellent for care homes and assisted living facilities where the hygienic, easy-clean surface meets infection control requirements whilst the smaller format allows for clear directional pathways and defined zones. Student accommodation benefits from durable, waterproof flooring in bathroom blocks where the narrow format feels contemporary and practical. Reception areas in offices can use SM-ST27 to create branded floor patterns or distinctive feature strips that make memorable first impressions. Retail fitting rooms benefit from the luxurious marble aesthetic in a format that suits smaller enclosed spaces. Hotels can use these tiles in ensuite bathrooms, shower rooms, and wet areas where the slim profile creates elegant installations. With 66 SKUs in the Knight Tile collection, commercial specifiers can mix SM-ST27 with other Knight Tile designs for comprehensive zoning throughout facilities whilst maintaining budget control. Technical Excellence: Karndean Knight Tile Glacial Marble SM-ST27 features advanced construction technology that delivers authentic stone aesthetics with superior practical performance in a versatile smaller format. The K-Guard+ surface protection combines PU technology to create a hygienic, highly durable finish that resists everyday wear whilst remaining incredibly easy to clean - simply sweep and mop, no special treatments required. The 0.3mm wear layer provides excellent protection against everyday wear and tear, scratches, and scuffs, making it suitable for residential applications and moderate commercial traffic environments. Beneath the wear layer, a high-definition photographic layer captures every nuance of natural glacial marble, including the subtle grey veining, cool white background, and authentic stone texture that creates strikingly realistic results across each slim tile. Engineered stability layers are designed to minimize expansion and contraction, ensuring dimensional stability across temperature changes and making the floor compatible with underfloor heating systems up to 27°C. The heavy-duty PVC backing layer provides excellent indentation resistance and recovery, protecting against furniture marks and heavy objects. The 2.0mm total thickness makes Glacial Marble SM-ST27 ideal for both renovation projects where it can be installed over existing hard floors, and new build applications where its slim profile doesn't affect door clearances or room heights. The non-bevelled edges create seamless tile-to-tile transitions whether installed in straight runs, brick patterns, or intricate geometric layouts. Installation & Maintenance: Karndean Knight Tile Glacial Marble SM-ST27 requires professional glue-down installation, offering exceptional creative flexibility through its smaller 457mm x 76mm format. This slimline tile dimension enables installation patterns that aren't possible with standard large-format tiles. Create classic brick/running bond patterns by offsetting each row by half the tile length for a traditional stone aesthetic with contemporary proportions. Arrange tiles in vertical stacks for a modern, linear appearance that draws the eye along the space. Install tiles horizontally or vertically depending on whether you want to visually widen or lengthen the room. Create herringbone-inspired diagonal patterns by angling the slim tiles for dynamic visual interest. Use SM-ST27 to create borders and frames around larger ST27 tiles, or as feature strips running through spaces. The narrow format is perfect for edging, transitions, and thresholds where standard tiles are too large. For an authentic grouted stone floor effect, add Karndean Design Strips in 3mm or 5mm widths between tiles. DS12 Concrete Design Strip creates a modern industrial-luxe look, DS21 White Linen provides subtle tonal grout, and DS22 Graphite adds dramatic contrast. The smaller tile format works beautifully with Design Strips, allowing you to create traditional grouted tile aesthetics or modern geometric patterns with contrasting strips. Combine both SM-ST27 and ST27 formats for sophisticated multi-dimensional installations. Use the smaller tiles as feature areas, borders, or decorative accents whilst the larger format covers main floor areas. This coordinated approach maximizes design impact whilst controlling installation time and costs. The gluedown installation means no expansion gaps are required - tiles fit tight against walls, skirting boards, and fixtures for a professional, seamless finish. Glacial Marble SM-ST27 is fully compatible with underfloor heating systems up to 27°C, adding warmth underfoot to the cool marble aesthetic. Maintenance couldn't be simpler. The K-Guard+ surface treatment means Glacial Marble requires only regular sweeping and mopping with Karndean Clean to maintain its pristine appearance. Unlike natural marble that requires sealing, special cleaners, and constant vigilance against acidic spills, Glacial Marble SM-ST27 is completely waterproof and stain-resistant. There's no sanding, varnishing, or staining required - ever. The individual tile format means that should any tile become damaged, it can be replaced without disturbing the surrounding floor. The smaller format makes individual replacement even more economical than larger tiles. Design Inspiration: Glacial Marble SM-ST27's slimline 457mm x 76mm format opens up creative possibilities beyond standard large-format tile installations. The smaller dimensions enable intricate patterns and distinctive layouts that make spaces truly unique. Brick/Running Bond Pattern: Offset each row of tiles by half the tile length to create a classic brick pattern. This traditional stone floor aesthetic works beautifully in hallways, bathrooms, and kitchens, adding movement and visual interest whilst maintaining the cool elegance of marble. Vertical Stack Pattern: Arrange tiles in vertical columns for a modern, linear appearance that creates strong visual lines. Perfect for contemporary bathrooms and feature walls where you want to draw the eye upward and create a sense of height. Horizontal Linear Pattern: Install tiles running horizontally to visually widen narrow spaces. Ideal for corridors, galley kitchens, and compact bathrooms where you want to create a sense of spaciousness. Mixed Format Installations: Combine SM-ST27 with the larger ST27 format for sophisticated multi-dimensional designs. Use the smaller tiles as borders framing larger tile fields, as feature strips running through spaces, or as decorative accents in key areas. This coordinated approach adds depth and custom craftsmanship to installations. Design Strips Integration: The narrow format works exceptionally well with Karndean Design Strips. Add 3mm DS12 Concrete strips between every tile for an ultra-modern grouted look. Create grid patterns with DS21 White Linen for subtle sophistication. Use 5mm DS22 Graphite strips every third or fourth tile to create rhythmic patterns. The possibilities are endless. Feature Zones and Borders: Use SM-ST27 to create distinctive borders around rooms, frame feature areas, or define transitions between spaces. The narrow format is perfect for creating defined edges, threshold strips, and decorative detailing that larger tiles cannot achieve. Diagonal Installations: Angle the slim tiles diagonally to create dynamic herringbone-inspired patterns or chevron effects that add energy and movement to floors. Perfect for making bold statements in entrances and feature spaces. Bathroom Feature Walls: Extend the marble aesthetic beyond floors by creating feature walls behind vanities, tubs, or showers using the slim SM-ST27 tiles installed vertically for a contemporary spa aesthetic. Style Compatibility: The cool, crisp white marble aesthetic of Glacial Marble SM-ST27 suits multiple interior styles. For contemporary minimalist schemes, use clean brick patterns with subtle DS21 White Linen strips for sophisticated simplicity. In modern industrial spaces, pair SM-ST27 with DS12 Concrete strips for urban-luxe appeal. Scandinavian design schemes benefit from the light-reflective white surface installed in simple stacked patterns that enhance natural light. Transitional interiors can combine both SM-ST27 and ST27 formats for layered, textured marble installations. Coastal spaces pair beautifully with the cool tones in horizontal linear patterns that evoke beach house sophistication. Why Choose Knight Tile Glacial Marble SM-ST27: Widest Selection in Entry Range: As part of the 66-SKU Knight Tile collection, you have unmatched choice at affordable prices, with wood and stone designs to suit every space and style. Creative Format Flexibility: The 457mm x 76mm slimline dimensions enable intricate patterns, borders, and feature installations impossible with standard large-format tiles. Coordinated Multi-Format Options: Available alongside larger ST27 format for sophisticated installations combining both tile sizes in custom patterns. Affordable Luxury: Entry-range pricing brings authentic marble aesthetics with creative flexibility to projects where natural stone would be prohibitively expensive. Authentic Marble Appearance: High-definition photographic layer captures every nuance of natural glacial marble including delicate grey veining and cool white background. 100% Waterproof: Unlike natural marble that's porous and prone to staining, SM-ST27 is completely waterproof - perfect for bathrooms, wet areas, and splashbacks without special treatments. Easy Maintenance: Simply sweep and mop - no sealing, no special cleaners, no anxiety about acidic spills. K-Guard+ surface protection keeps the floor looking pristine with minimal effort. Versatile Installation Options: Brick patterns, vertical stacks, horizontal runs, diagonal layouts, borders, feature strips - the smaller format adapts to your design vision. Perfect for Detailed Work: The narrow format excels in spaces with many corners, alcoves, or architectural features where larger tiles require excessive cutting and waste. Design Strip Compatible: Works beautifully with 3mm and 5mm Karndean Design Strips for authentic grouted effects or modern geometric patterns. Warmer Underfoot: More comfortable than natural stone, with compatibility for underfloor heating to add warmth whilst maintaining the cool marble aesthetic. Cost-Effective Installation: Gluedown format installs efficiently, with no grouting required unless desired for aesthetic effect. The 2.0mm thickness is perfect for renovations over existing floors. Durable Performance: 0.3mm wear layer and K-Guard+ protection deliver excellent durability for residential and moderate commercial applications, backed by a 15-year residential and 10-year commercial warranty. Individual Tile Replacement: Should any tile become damaged, it can be replaced individually - economical with the smaller format and impossible with natural stone without visible repairs. Hygienic Surface: Won't harbour bacteria, dust, or allergens, and far easier to keep clean than porous natural stone. Perfect for allergy sufferers and health-conscious environments. Budget-Conscious Excellence: Ideal for rental properties, student accommodation, care homes, commercial projects, and creative installations requiring quality flooring at accessible prices. Lighter and Brighter: The cool white marble surface reflects light, making rooms appear larger and brighter - particularly valuable in smaller bathrooms, utility rooms, and compact spaces. Custom Creativity: The smaller format empowers designers, architects, and homeowners to create truly unique installations with branded patterns, wayfinding elements, and distinctive design features. Karndean Knight Tile Glacial Marble SM-ST27 proves that luxury marble aesthetics with creative flexibility don't require luxury budgets. With authentic design, versatile format dimensions, practical performance, and entry-range pricing, it's the smart choice for anyone seeking the timeless beauty of marble with the design freedom that only smaller format tiles can deliver.