Casting slabs should be finished

• A. The same as the floor slab.
• B. A broom finish.
• C. Polished finish.
• D. Stamped finish.

Answer: (A)

Consistency of surface finish between the casting slab and the floor slab is essential. Finishing the casting slab to match the floor slab ensures a seamless, uniform appearance where the panel meets the floor once tilted into place, reducing visible transitions and the need for extra patching or touch-up. It also keeps texture and finish behavior aligned between the bed surface and the finished floor, which helps with overall appearance and installation efficiency. Using a broomed, polished, or stamped finish on the bed would create a mismatch with the floor finish and can lead to extra work and a less cohesive look.