Slab Contrasted Pihu 6 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gimbal Egyptian' by AVP; 'FF Milo Slab' by FontFont; 'Calanda', 'Equip Slab', and 'Shandon Slab' by Hoftype; and 'Paul Slab' and 'Paul Slab Soft' by artill (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, logos, confident, rugged, industrial, retro, friendly, impact, sturdiness, readability, display utility, blocky, sturdy, compact, ink-trap, bracketed.
A heavy slab serif with broad proportions, compact counters, and a dense typographic color. Strokes are mostly monolinear with subtle modulation, while the slabs read as blunt, rectangular terminals that stay consistent across the alphabet. Curves are full and rounded (notably in C, G, O, and S), contrasted by crisp, squared joins and occasional wedge-like shaping at interior corners, giving a slightly carved, ink-trap feel. The lowercase is robust and compact, with short-looking extenders and an overall sturdy rhythm that holds up well at display sizes.
Best suited to headlines and short blocks of copy where mass and presence are an advantage, such as posters, editorial display, packaging, and environmental signage. It also works well for logo wordmarks and badges where a sturdy slab serif voice is desired.
The tone is assertive and workmanlike, with a warm, slightly retro practicality rather than refinement. Its big slabs and tight counters project reliability and impact, suggesting signage, headlines, and brand marks that want to feel grounded and direct.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a stable, readable silhouette: wide, bold forms with strong slabs and rounded interiors that keep characters recognizable under heavy weight. The overall construction balances industrial sturdiness with approachable curves for versatile display use.
The numerals are similarly weighty and open, matching the blocky serif treatment for consistent texture in mixed alphanumeric settings. Spacing appears generous enough for large text, while the dense shapes keep lines visually cohesive.