Karndean Knight Tile Honed Oyster Slate ST17 Stone Tile Glue Down LVT Flooring

Embrace the warm, natural beauty of traditional stone flooring with Karndean Knight Tile Honed Oyster Slate ST17, a sophisticated stone tile design that captures the subtle elegance of genuine oyster-toned slate with a smooth honed finish. This luxurious stone effect flooring delivers the timeless appeal of natural slate in soft, warm cream and oyster tones with authentic textural variation, all at entry-range prices that make natural stone aesthetics accessible for any project. The ST17 Honed Oyster Slate features a beautifully neutral colour palette ranging from soft creamy oyster to gentle sandy beige, with the characteristic subtle surface variation and gentle tonal shifts found in authentic quarried slate. The honed finish creates a smooth, refined appearance that's more contemporary than riven slate whilst retaining the organic, natural character that makes slate such an enduringly popular flooring choice. This versatile design suits both traditional and contemporary interiors, bringing warmth and natural elegance to any space. ST17 is also available with an optional matching Windsor border for added definition and traditional framing possibilities, allowing you to create bespoke installations with decorative detailing. As part of the Knight Tile collection's 66 SKU range, Honed Oyster Slate ST17 exemplifies Karndean's commitment to delivering authentic natural stone aesthetics with practical modern benefits at the most affordable price point in their portfolio.

Key Features:

• Authentic slate design with realistic honed finish and natural variation
• Warm oyster, cream, and sandy beige colour palette creates inviting spaces
• Sophisticated honed finish - smoother and more refined than riven slate
• 305mm x 457mm (12" x 18") rectangular tile format mirrors natural stone tile installations
• Optional matching Windsor border available for traditional framing and definition
• Also available in rigid core format (SCB-ST17-18) for click installation preference
• 100% waterproof construction - perfect for bathrooms, kitchens, hallways, and utility rooms
• 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 natural stone flooring
• 15-Year Residential / 10-Year Commercial Warranty for long-lasting peace of mind
• Entry-range pricing delivers authentic slate aesthetics at accessible prices
• Tile-to-tile variation ensures natural, organic stone floor appearance
• No grouting required, though Design Strips can be added for traditional grout effect
• Warmer and more comfortable underfoot than real slate

Ideal For:

Honed Oyster Slate ST17 is the perfect flooring solution for spaces seeking the warmth and natural beauty of traditional slate with the practical benefits of modern luxury vinyl technology. The neutral oyster tones work beautifully across diverse design schemes.

Residential Applications:

Transform your home with the warm sophistication of honed slate flooring that brings natural beauty without the coldness, porosity, or maintenance demands of genuine stone. Honed Oyster Slate ST17 excels in hallways and entrances where its durable, warm slate aesthetic creates impressive welcomes that stand up to daily traffic whilst remaining comfortable underfoot. The neutral oyster tones work beautifully with any décor scheme, from traditional country homes to contemporary family spaces. In kitchens, the warm creamy slate provides a practical, easy-clean surface that's completely waterproof and stain-resistant - no sealing required unlike natural slate that needs regular treatment. The soft neutral palette creates light, spacious feelings whilst hiding minor dirt between cleaning. Bathrooms benefit from authentic slate aesthetics with 100% waterproof protection and the warmth of vinyl underfoot rather than cold stone. Utility rooms, boot rooms, and mudrooms are ideal applications where the practical slate aesthetic meets heavy-duty performance without the porosity issues of real slate. Living rooms and dining rooms gain natural elegance through the warm oyster tones that bring organic beauty and tactile appeal. Conservatories and garden rooms connect indoor and outdoor spaces through natural stone aesthetics. The Knight Tile collection's entry-range pricing makes it possible to achieve slate flooring throughout your home at a fraction of the cost of genuine stone, with far superior practical performance.

Commercial Applications:

Knight Tile Honed Oyster Slate ST17 delivers authentic slate aesthetics at entry-level prices, making it ideal for budget-conscious commercial projects requiring natural stone appearance with practical durability. Perfect for community living schemes where hallways, communal areas, and entrance zones benefit from warm, welcoming slate aesthetics that create residential ambiance. Excellent for care homes and assisted living facilities where the natural stone appearance provides familiar, homely environments whilst the hygienic, easy-clean surface meets infection control requirements. The warm oyster tones are particularly suitable for care settings as they create inviting rather than institutional atmospheres. Traditional housebuilds and rental properties benefit from quality slate-look flooring at accessible price points that appeal to buyers and tenants whilst providing landlord-friendly durability and easy maintenance. Student accommodation common areas, bathrooms, and kitchen blocks gain practical, attractive flooring that withstands heavy use. Reception areas and office hallways achieve professional natural stone aesthetics without the expense of real slate. Retail spaces with lower to moderate traffic benefit from the warm, sophisticated appearance that enhances brand image. Hospitality venues including bed and breakfasts, boutique hotels, and restaurants can use ST17 in entrance areas, bathrooms, and service zones. The 10-year commercial warranty provides confidence for commercial applications whilst the entry-range pricing controls project costs.

Technical Excellence:

Karndean Knight Tile Honed Oyster Slate ST17 features advanced construction technology that delivers authentic honed slate aesthetics with superior practical performance. 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 with no sealing, treating, or special maintenance required. Unlike natural slate that's porous and prone to staining, ST17 repels spills and dirt. 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 including hallways, kitchens, and entrance areas. Beneath the wear layer, a high-definition photographic layer captures every nuance of natural honed oyster slate, including the subtle tonal variation from creamy oyster to sandy beige, the gentle surface texture, and the characteristic color shifts that create authentic results. 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 - particularly beneficial given slate's naturally cold feel. 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 Honed Oyster Slate ST17 ideal for both renovation projects where it can be installed over existing hard floors including old slate, ceramic, or concrete, and new build applications where its slim profile doesn't affect door clearances. The non-bevelled edges create seamless tile-to-tile transitions that mirror natural stone tile installations.

Installation & Maintenance:

Karndean Knight Tile Honed Oyster Slate ST17 requires professional glue-down installation, offering creative flexibility that allows you to achieve traditional stone floor aesthetics with modern installation advantages. The rectangular 305mm x 457mm tiles can be installed in various patterns including straight lay for a clean, contemporary grid appearance that suits modern spaces, or offset/brick pattern by staggering each row by half the tile length for a more traditional stone tile aesthetic that adds movement and organic flow. For an authentic grouted stone floor effect, add Karndean Design Strips in 3mm or 5mm widths between tiles. The DS12 Concrete Design Strip creates a modern, industrial-inspired look with grey grout-effect contrast against the warm oyster slate. DS21 White Linen provides a softer, tonal grout effect that maintains the light, neutral palette. DS07 or DS10 in darker tones create traditional grouted slate aesthetics with defined tile edges.

For traditional framing and added definition, ST17 has an optional matching Windsor border available, allowing you to create sophisticated installations with decorative borders that frame rooms or define feature areas - perfect for traditional interiors or period property renovations. Tiles can be cut precisely to fit around fireplaces, kitchen islands, fixtures, and irregular room shapes. Combine ST17 with other Knight Tile designs for custom installations - use wood plank borders with slate field tiles, or vice versa, for distinctive zoning.

The gluedown installation means no expansion gaps are required - tiles fit tight against walls, skirting boards, and fixtures for a professional, seamless finish. Honed Oyster Slate ST17 is fully compatible with underfloor heating systems up to 27°C, adding much-appreciated warmth to slate aesthetics - making the floor warm and comfortable rather than cold like genuine stone.

Maintenance is remarkably simple compared to natural slate. The K-Guard+ surface treatment means ST17 requires only regular sweeping and mopping with Karndean Clean to maintain its pristine appearance. Unlike natural slate that requires sealing upon installation and regular resealing to prevent staining and moisture penetration, Honed Oyster Slate ST17 is completely waterproof and stain-resistant from day one. There's no sealing, no special slate cleaners, no worrying about acidic spills, and no maintenance hassle. The individual tile format means that should any tile become damaged, it can be replaced without disturbing the surrounding floor. The gluedown format is ideal for renovation projects and can be installed over most existing hard floors including old slate, ceramic, or vinyl, making it a cost-effective solution for updating tired stone floors.

Design Inspiration:

Honed Oyster Slate ST17's warm, neutral palette ranging from soft oyster cream to gentle sandy beige makes it exceptionally versatile across diverse interior styles and design schemes.

Straight Lay Installation: Arrange tiles in a clean grid pattern for contemporary spaces where the natural slate variation creates organic interest against the geometric layout. This modern approach works beautifully in minimalist kitchens, sleek bathrooms, and contemporary hallways where you want authentic stone aesthetics with clean, architectural lines.

Offset/Brick Pattern: Stagger each row of tiles by half the tile length to create traditional stone floor aesthetics that add movement and softer, more organic flow. This timeless pattern suits country houses, farmhouse kitchens, traditional bathrooms, and period property renovations where you want authentic stone flooring character.

Design Strips as Grout: Add Karndean Design Strips between tiles to create authentic grouted stone floor effects. DS12 Concrete provides modern grey grout that creates contemporary contrast. DS21 White Linen offers soft tonal grout maintaining light, neutral schemes. Darker strips like DS07 or DS10 create traditional slate grout lines with defined edges. The 3mm width creates subtle grout lines whilst 5mm provides more prominent traditional grouting effects.

Windsor Border Framing: Utilize the optional matching Windsor border to create traditional framed installations. Border the room perimeter for classic definition. Create framed feature areas within larger spaces. Define hallway runners with bordered edges. This traditional detailing adds bespoke craftsmanship and suits period properties beautifully.

Mixed Material Zoning: Combine Honed Oyster Slate ST17 with Knight Tile wood planks for distinctive zoning in open-plan spaces. Use slate tiles in kitchen zones with wood planks in living areas for practical yet cohesive design. Create slate entrance zones transitioning to wood in hallways. The warm oyster tones coordinate beautifully with natural wood aesthetics.

Feature Areas: Use ST17 to define specific zones - slate tile entrances making impressive first impressions, utility room flooring providing practical beauty, bathroom floors bringing natural spa aesthetics, or kitchen zones offering easy-clean surfaces with natural warmth.

Style Compatibility:

Traditional Country: The warm oyster slate is perfect for farmhouse kitchens, country cottage hallways, and rustic bathrooms. Pair with natural wood cabinetry, Shaker-style units, and traditional fixtures for authentic period charm.

Contemporary Neutral: Modern minimalist schemes benefit from the natural stone texture adding organic warmth to clean-lined spaces. Pair with white or cream cabinetry, chrome fixtures, and simple furniture for sophisticated restraint.

Coastal Interiors: The soft oyster and sandy beige tones evoke beaches and coastal landscapes. Perfect for seaside properties, beach house bathrooms, and coastal-inspired schemes paired with soft blues, whites, and natural textures.

Traditional Period: Period property renovations gain authentic stone aesthetics that respect architectural heritage. Use Windsor borders for Victorian or Edwardian detailing. Combine with traditional moldings, period fixtures, and classic color schemes.

Mediterranean Warmth: The warm cream and beige tones suit Mediterranean and Tuscan-inspired interiors. Pair with terracotta accents, warm wood tones, and earth-toned palettes for sun-drenched aesthetics.

Transitional Elegance: Bridge traditional and contemporary by using clean installations of warm natural slate. Works with both classic and modern furniture, suits open-plan living, and provides timeless foundation that adapts as styles evolve.

Why Choose Knight Tile Honed Oyster Slate ST17:

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.

Authentic Honed Slate Appearance: High-definition photographic layer captures natural oyster slate with smooth honed finish including subtle tonal variation from cream to sandy beige and characteristic slate texture.

Warm Neutral Palette: The oyster, cream, and beige tones create inviting spaces that work with virtually any color scheme or design style from traditional country to contemporary minimalist.

Optional Windsor Border: Matching decorative border available for traditional framing and bespoke installations - adding definition and period-appropriate detailing impossible with standard tiles.

Also Available in Rigid Core: If you prefer click installation over gluedown, ST17 is available in rigid core format (SCB-ST17-18) offering the same authentic aesthetics with alternative installation method.

100% Waterproof: Unlike porous natural slate requiring sealing and maintenance, ST17 is completely waterproof with no special treatments needed - perfect for bathrooms, kitchens, utility rooms, and entrance areas prone to wet conditions.

Warmer Than Real Slate: Natural slate is notoriously cold underfoot - ST17 provides the authentic aesthetic with warmer, more comfortable vinyl construction. Add underfloor heating for additional warmth whilst maintaining slate appearance.

Easy Maintenance: Simply sweep and mop - no sealing upon installation, no regular resealing, no special slate cleaners, no worrying about stains or water damage. K-Guard+ surface protection keeps floors pristine with minimal effort.

No Staining Issues: Natural slate is porous and prone to staining from oils, acidic spills, and everyday dirt - ST17 repels all stains and spills with ease, maintaining its warm oyster appearance permanently.

Affordable Quality: Entry-range pricing brings authentic slate aesthetics at a fraction of genuine stone costs whilst delivering superior practical performance for budget-conscious projects.

Durable Performance: 0.3mm wear layer and K-Guard+ protection provide excellent durability for residential and moderate commercial applications, backed by 15-year residential and 10-year commercial warranty.

Perfect for Renovations: 2.0mm thickness installs easily over existing hard floors including old slate, ceramic, vinyl, or concrete - update tired floors without removal costs or mess.

Individual Tile Replacement: Should any tile become damaged, it can be replaced individually without disturbing surrounding floor - impossible with natural slate without visible repairs and complete reinstallation.

No Cold Stone: Natural slate remains cold even in heated homes - ST17 provides warm, comfortable surface that's pleasant barefoot year-round, especially valuable in bathrooms and bedroom applications.

Hygienic Surface: Won't harbour bacteria, dirt, or allergens in porous surface like natural slate can. Easy-clean K-Guard+ surface maintains hygiene standards essential for kitchens, bathrooms, and care environments.

Design Flexibility: Gluedown installation allows custom patterns, Design Strip integration for grout effects, Windsor border framing, and combination with other Knight Tile designs for bespoke installations.

Budget-Conscious Projects: Ideal for rental properties, housebuilds, student accommodation, care homes, community living, and commercial projects requiring authentic stone aesthetics at controlled costs.

Lighter Installation: Natural slate tiles are heavy, difficult to transport, require substantial subfloor preparation, and need skilled stone installers - ST17 is lightweight, easier to handle, and quicker to install professionally.

Quieter Underfoot: Softer acoustic properties than hard natural slate create more comfortable sound environment in living spaces - particularly valuable in apartments, flats, and multi-story homes.

Trusted Karndean Quality: Over 50 years of flooring expertise means you're choosing a brand known for authentic designs, practical innovation, and customer satisfaction.

Karndean Knight Tile Honed Oyster Slate ST17 proves that authentic natural slate aesthetics with warm, inviting tones don't require the expense, maintenance, or practical compromises of genuine stone. With realistic honed slate appearance, warm oyster palette, optional Windsor border, practical performance, and entry-range pricing, it's the smart choice for anyone seeking timeless natural stone beauty with modern luxury vinyl benefits.