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  • Babylon Slate Compact Worktop, Babylon Slate colour swatch
Kronospan Slimline PlusShowing: 12mm compact

Kronospan Slimline Plus · K749 LV· LV

Babylon Slate Compact Worktop

A warm, light grey with soft sandy bands that flow gently down the board, like weathered sandstone. Babylon Slate is a 12mm compact worktop, solid through its thickness, with a slim, light edge and a 100mm upstand listed alongside.

Thickness and edge
Size

What's an upstand?

Upstand, 100mm highWorktop 100mm high 22mm thick Silicone bead 600mm deep worktop Wall

What it is

A 100mm-high strip in Babylon Slate, the same decor as your worktop. It sits along the back edge of the worktop, against the wall.

Why you need one

Walls are rarely straight, so there's nearly always a gap between worktop and wall. An upstand covers it, stops water and crumbs getting down the back, and gives a neat finished line. It's the simplest, cheapest way to finish a worktop.

Sizes

    Most kitchens need one length per wall run.

    Fitting

    Cut it to length with a fine-tooth saw and bond it to the wall with grab adhesive. Run a bead of clear or matching silicone along the bottom edge, and finish any exposed ends with an end cap.

    Upstand or splashback?

    Choose an upstand if you're tiling above the worktop, or want the cheapest neat finish. Choose a splashback behind the hob or sink, or if you want no tiles at all. Lots of kitchens use both.

    Read the full fitting guide

    What's a splashback?

    Splashbackupstand heightHob and oven 640mm high 10mm thick Worktop Wall

    What it is

    A full-height panel in Babylon Slate, the same decor as your worktop, fixed to the wall behind the hob or sink.

    Why choose one

    One continuous wipe-clean surface with no grout lines, so there's nothing to stain or scrub between tiles. It protects the wall from splashes and cooking grease, and makes the worktop and wall look like one piece.

    Sizes

      Behind a hob

      Check the minimum clearance to a laminate panel in your hob's installation manual. Gas hobs usually need more space, or a heat-resistant panel behind the burners.

      Fitting

      Cut it to size and bond it to a flat, sound wall with panel adhesive. Seal the bottom edge to the worktop with silicone.

      Upstand or splashback?

      Choose an upstand if you're tiling above the worktop, or want the cheapest neat finish. Choose a splashback behind the hob or sink, or if you want no tiles at all. Lots of kitchens use both.

      Read the full fitting guide

      What's an edging strip?

      BeforeCut end: barechipboard core AfterEdging strip,45mm wide, coversa cut end

      What it is

      A strip in Babylon Slate that covers the cut end of the worktop. It comes pre-glued, or is fixed with contact adhesive.

      When you need it

      Whenever a cut end is on show: at the end of a run, on a breakfast bar, or anywhere you've cut a length down.

      Sizes

        Fitting

        1. Glue Spread contact adhesive on the end and the strip, or warm a pre-glued strip.
        2. Press Press it on firmly from the middle outwards, with a block of wood.
        3. Trim and file Trim the overhang with a sharp blade, then file the edges down at a slight angle.
        Read the full fitting guide

        What are joining strips?

        Corner strip (L-shape)Straight stripSeen from above Aluminium strip38mm worktop: use the38mm stripWorktopWorktop

        What it is

        An aluminium strip that joins two worktop lengths without a router or jig. The web slips between the two ends and the cap covers the joint.

        Straight or corner

        Straight: joins two lengths in a line. Corner: makes an L-shaped join where two runs meet.

        Sizes

          Match the strip to your worktop's thickness: a 38mm strip for a 38mm worktop.

          The alternative

          A mason's mitre gives a seamless corner, but it needs a worktop jig and a router. See both options in our fitting guide.

          Read the full fitting guide

          What are end caps?

          BeforeAfterExposed endEnd capScrewed over therounded profile Left end capRight end capYou, facing the worktopWall

          What it is

          An aluminium cap that finishes the exposed end of a postformed worktop, following its rounded front edge.

          Left or right?

          Stand facing the worktop. If the exposed end is on your left, you need a left end cap; if it's on your right, a right end cap.

          Sizes

            Match the cap to your worktop's thickness.

            Fitting

            Hold the cap against the end, drill small pilot holes and screw it on. A thin bead of silicone behind it keeps water out of the end.

            Read the full fitting guide

            What's in the joint kit?

            3 connector boltsJoint sealant Seen from underneathBolts pull the joint tight;sealant keeps water out

            What's in it

            Three connector bolts and a tube of joint sealant: everything to hold one worktop joint together.

            What it's for

            The bolts sit in pockets cut underneath both worktops and pull the joint tight. The sealant goes on the joint faces first, so water can't get into the core.

            How many?

            One kit per worktop joint.

              Read the full fitting guide
              Total inc VAT £839.69

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              • Slim 12mm edge in solid sandy grey
              • Code K749 LV in sandy grey
              • Matching 100mm upstand in sandy grey
              • sandy grey in 4100mm lengths, 650mm deep
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              • Full lengthsDelivered uncut, ready to fit
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              Description

              A warm, light grey with soft sandy bands that flow gently down the board, like weathered sandstone. Babylon Slate is a 12mm compact worktop, solid through its thickness, with a slim, light edge and a 100mm upstand listed alongside.

              Delivery

              Delivered by our specialist worktop delivery partner, in full lengths, flat and protected. Delivery is free to every postcode we serve. Order by 4pm Monday to Friday for next working day delivery to most of England and Wales; orders placed after 4pm, at weekends or on bank holidays are dispatched the next working day, and some areas take 2 to 3 working days. Check your date below. We confirm your slot 24 hours before, and delivery is kerbside, so have a second person ready to carry it in.
              Returns

              Changed your mind? You have 14 days from delivery to return it unused, uncut and in its wrapping; we refund within 14 days of getting it back. Report any damage within 48 hours. Full returns policy.

              Care and cleaning

              Babylon Slate takes a damp sponge and a little washing-up liquid for everyday cleaning. Buff it dry, and put a trivet under hot pans. If a polished cut-out dulls, a fine abrasive pad refreshes the edge.

              Which edge?

              • Postformed: the laminate wraps a soft, rounded front. Classic and hard-wearing.
              • Square edge: a sharp, modern line with a matching edge strip.
              • Compact: 12mm solid board, slim and waterproof.
              More on edges and thickness

              Fitting in four steps

              • Measure, then cut face down with a fine-tooth blade.
              • Lay it on the units and screw up through the brackets.
              • Seal the cut edges, then fit the upstand and end caps.
              Read the full fitting guide

              How to measure

              • Measure each wall run along the back, in millimetres.
              • Add about 50mm to every run so you can trim to a clean fit.
              • In an L-shape, let the longest run go into the corner.
              Full measuring guide

              Size guide

              • Worktops come 3000mm or 4100mm long and 600mm deep.
              • Breakfast bars are deeper: 665mm or 900mm, for islands and overhangs.
              • Buy a length that covers your run, then cut it to fit.
              Full sizes and heights guide

              Why you’ll love it

              • Soft greige bands like weathered stone

                The ground is a warm light grey that leans toward beige, with gentle bands that flow lengthways. It looks calm and natural, and never hard-edged or busy.

              • A solid 12mm slab

                The board is solid compact, so there is no chipboard layer under the face. It tolerates damp by the sink and accepts an undermount bowl with a polished cut-out.

              • Compact only, one clear choice

                Babylon Slate is made as 12mm compact and has no laminate sibling in this range. That makes ordering simple: one thickness, three sizes, one upstand.

              A warm grey that sits between stone and plaster

              Babylon Slate suits a calm kitchen with plastered walls, linen-coloured units and pale oak. It is warmer than a cool grey and gentler than white, so it flatters natural light from a window, morning or evening. For a rental kitchens it is forgiving, as the bands hide small marks, and for fitters the slim edge keeps long runs light to handle.

              See stone effect worktops

              How to fit

              Fitting Babylon Slate

              Babylon Slate has soft bands running lengthways, so keep every board pointing the same way. The 12mm top is bonded and jointed with adhesive, not screwed, so check the fit dry before you glue.

              What you’ll need

              Most homes have these already:

              • Pencil
              • Drill driver
              • Circular saw or jigsaw
              • Straight edge or spirit level

              Tap to add the brands fitters use to your order:

              Rather not do it yourself? Any local kitchen fitter can fit it, and our team is happy to help on 0330 000 0000.

              Sizes and prices

              Prices include VAT and free delivery. Babylon Slate is supplied in full 3m and 4.1m lengths, uncut.

              ProductSize (L x D x T)Price
              Worktop 4.1m · 12mm compact 4100 × 650 × 12mm £839.69
              Full sheet · 12mm compact 4100 × 1300 × 12mm £1,673.79
              Breakfast bar 950mm · 12mm compact 4100 × 950 × 12mm £1,750.16
              Matching upstand · 4.1m 4100 × 100 × 12mm £139.93
              Fitting kit · Compact joint kit £53.81

              Specification

              BrandKronospan Slimline Plus
              Decor codeK749
              FinishLV
              EdgeCompact, solid monochrome core
              Thickness12mm
              Depth650mm; breakfast bars 950mm
              Lengths4100mm
              CoreSolid compact laminate, the same material all the way through
              Matching upstand4100 x 100 x 12mm
              WarrantyManufacturer’s warranty

              Questions about Babylon Slate

              Can’t find your answer? Contact our worktop team.

              0330 000 0000Email us
              How large is a Babylon Slate worktop?

              Standard is 4100 x 650 x 12mm, with a 950mm breakfast bar and a 1300mm full sheet as the other two formats.

              Is an undermount bowl possible on Babylon Slate?

              Yes, the solid compact allows a polished, visible cut-out. That suits undermount bowls, and inset sinks fit equally well if you prefer a visible rim around the bowl.

              Does Babylon Slate lean warm or cool?

              Warm. The swatch leans toward beige, so it pairs well with timber, cream and plaster tones, and it softens the look of a north-facing kitchen.

              Which handles and cabinets suit it?

              Putty, sage and white doors look good against it, with brass, bronze or black handles. Natural oak adds a gentle contrast to the sandy bands.

              Is it also a laminate?

              No. Babylon Slate is only listed as 12mm compact in this range, so there is no thicker laminate to compare it with. It is one thickness, three sizes.

              Can I get a matching upstand?

              Yes: 4100mm long, 100mm tall and 12mm thick, in the same decor. Behind the worktop you would use tiles or paint, as no splashback is listed.

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