If you need a worktop, window sill or cladding to exact sizes, you order plates; if the pattern across a large surface matters, you often start from a slab.
Comparison
| Feature | Slab | Plate |
|---|---|---|
| Size | large, format per batch | set by the project |
| Purpose | further cutting, large surfaces | finished element |
| Finish | usually sawn, sometimes polished | per task: polished, honed, flamed |
| Edges | worked after cutting | specified in the order |
| Pattern selection | assessed across the whole face | agreed from sample and layout |
When each is appropriate
- Slabs — to select a pattern across a large surface or to cut several items from one stone.
- Plates — when drawings specify sizes, cut-outs and edges.
- Paving slabs — a separate case: format elements for terraces and pedestrian areas.
We produce slabs and cladding plates to standard or individual sizes. Stone, finish and packing are agreed before production.
What to prepare
- A drawing or layout with dimensions.
- The item list: plate, slab or blank.
- The surface finish for each item.
- Thickness and edge requirements.
- Cut-out locations for services.
- Delivery address and unloading conditions.
Frequently asked questions
Can one slab be ordered for several items?
Yes, it is a practical way to keep the same stone pattern. Plan the cutting layout in advance.
Does the price differ?
Compare like for like: stone, thickness, finish, edges and packing as separate lines.
Can the pattern be seen before ordering?
The pattern is assessed from a physical sample of the batch; a photograph does not convey it fully.
Explore plates, slabs and blocks or send drawings.
Sources and scope
- NIKA GRAN slabs — range and stated finishes.
- NIKA GRAN cladding plates — formats and applications.
Terminology varies between suppliers, so the configuration belongs in the specification.
