Karndean Designflooring's new Opus collection combines slip resistance practicality with beauty of nature.

Karndean Designflooring has launched a new collection of designs inspired by the beauty of nature and offering enhanced slip resistance.

Available now for specification, the Opus range presents a refined portfolio of wood and stone designs for any setting where wellbeing, safety and aesthetics are equally essential.

The carefully curated Opus collection introduces five new stone designs and five woods, including four with options in a smaller herringbone size, expanding the existing range to a total of 31 designs. Each new design has been crafted to capture authentic character, timeless beauty and enduring style, combined with a 36 plus wet PTV (pendulum test value) slip resistance rating. This enhanced slip resistance is built into the product, ensuring reliable performance throughout its life and making it suitable for areas where safety is a critical concern, such as commercial kitchens and hotel lobbies.

“Each new design started with a genuine material; from reclaimed oak and prime white oak to dolomite, marble and terrazzo,” commented Richard Allen, commercial sales director at Karndean Commercial. “Our intention was to capture the beauty of each wood and stone while giving designers the opportunity to explore patterns, textures and design features, even in the most demanding commercial spaces.

“We believe that beautiful spaces should also be safe underfoot, which is why the new Opus designs offer designers the freedom to achieve the aesthetic they’re looking for without compromising on technical performance. With this launch, we are upgrading the specification of our entire Opus collection to offer a superior slip resistance rating.

“So whether it’s a hospitality venue, a shared living environment or a busy public space, the expanded Opus range delivers a go-to solution for supporting wellbeing in any setting, with superior slip safety, long-term durability and design authenticity.”

Engineered for functionality without sacrificing visual quality, the Opus collection brings reliable safety to the hardest working commercial spaces. In restaurants and bars, where flooring must balance ambience with resilience, Opus allows designers to specify one cohesive design across different areas while maintaining confidence underfoot.

"Flooring plays a particularly crucial role in both physical and emotional safety. It is one of the few design elements experienced visually, physically and intuitively." - Richard Allen, commercial sales director, Karndean

In aged living developments and spaces designed to support neurodiversity and disability, the Opus collection enables continuous flooring schemes that support orientation and comfort while ensuring safety in higher-risk areas. By integrating slip resistance into the design itself rather than relying on visually intrusive surface textures, Opus helps create inclusive environments that remain calm, familiar and easy to navigate.

The new Opus range also offers designers a responsible choice. The collection aligns with the Karndean Evolve® sustainability strategy, focusing on long-term material responsibility, independently audited supply-chain transparency and product longevity. Specifiers benefit from products that protect indoor air quality with low VOC credentials, long-lasting surface protection that reduces reliance on harsh cleaning chemicals, a take-back scheme for installation offcuts and up to a 15-year product warranty in commercial settings.

With its authentic handcrafted designs, long-lasting slip resistance and durable construction that is easy to maintain, the new Opus collection is set to become a flooring choice for commercial specifiers working on future-minded projects and healthier buildings, enabling confident design where style and performance go hand in hand.

Meet the new designs

Metsu Oak: Named after the Dutch golden age artist in homage to the tannery where the original wood was sourced, Metsu Oak embraces the natural beauty of imperfections, offering a timeless tone and rustic charm with an earthy palette and weathered look reminiscent of reclaimed oak. Available in a 48” x 9” plank and matching 18” x 3” herringbone.

Leyster Oak: Inspired by reclaimed oak from the Netherlands, this design embodies the natural beauty of reclaimed oak with its earthy variations and visual texture, highlighting the natural beauty of the wood’s knots and black marks. Available in a 48” x 9” plank and matching 18” x 3” herringbone.

Vermeer Oak: Named after Dutch painter Johannes Vermeer because of its subtle, refined character, this design is inspired by reclaimed oak from the Netherlands and embodies timeless charm, blending rich, warm tones with organic character with the natural beauty of knots and tannin marks on a 48” x 9” plank, also available in 18” x 3” matching herringbone.

Barolo Oak: Inspired by prime-grade European white oak, Barolo Oak brings warmth to interiors in 48” x 9” planks. Showcasing delicate grain and smooth surface patterns, this design introduces a rich, mid-tone warmth that offers a grounded aesthetic with a clean, contemporary aesthetic.

Geneva Oak: Defined by soft, pale-honey hues and subtle grain variations, this design will elevate both contemporary and classic interiors with an atmosphere that is both sophisticated and inviting. Available in a 48” x 9” plank and matching 18” x 3” herringbone.

Oscuro Terrazzo: Creating a bold and dynamic aesthetic with rich grey tones contrasting against an intricate terrazzo design, this design is ideal for creating impactful focal points in contemporary settings. Available in an 18” x 18” tile.

Platino Terrazzo: This design combines soft grey tones with subtle terrazzo detailing to create a balanced aesthetic that adds distinctive character without overwhelming the space. Available in an 18” x 18” tile.

Pamplona: Adorned with delicate fossil patterns and subtle veining, Pamplona highlights the soft grey tones and natural beauty of Dolomite, perfect for creating sophisticated interiors with a timeless appeal. Available in a 24” x 24” tile.

Valencia: Inspired by Dolomite stone from Northern Spain, Valencia features soft, cool grey tones with subtle natural markings. Delicate veining and a smooth texture create a calming, harmonious aesthetic, perfect for contemporary or classic interiors seeking a timeless, modern natural look. Available in a 24” x 24” tile.

Sillano Marble: Sourced from Tuscany, Sillano Marble captures the natural elegance of Italian marble, blending soft blue and tawny tones. Available in large 24" x 24" tiles, it brings a sense of calm and sophistication.

For more information and to request samples, visit karndeancommercial.com/whatsnew, and head to Material Source Studio Manchester & Glasgow where Karndean is a Partner to experience the products in situ.