Slab Square Pehu 4 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Emy Slab', 'Sanchez', 'Sanchez Slab', and 'Sánchez Niu' by Latinotype; 'Weekly' by Los Andes; and 'Paul Slab' by artill (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, book covers, branding, sturdy, classic, editorial, confident, workmanlike, impact, readability, authority, clarity, chunky, bracketed, rounded, high legibility, ink-trap free.
A robust slab serif with heavy, squared serifs and generously weighted strokes. The design shows broad proportions, large counters, and a steady, even rhythm, with minimal stroke modulation and clean, flat-ended terminals. Serifs read as firmly attached with slightly softened joins, giving the letters a solid, blocky texture while keeping interiors open for clarity. Lowercase forms appear straightforward and readable, with a two-storey “g” and compact, sturdy details that hold up well at larger sizes.
This font is well suited to headlines, display typography, and editorial titling where a strong presence and clear letterforms are needed. It can also work for packaging, signage, and branding applications that benefit from a sturdy, traditional slab-serif voice.
The overall tone is dependable and assertive, balancing a traditional, print-like seriousness with a friendly bluntness. Its strong horizontals and substantial serifs convey authority and stability, making it feel practical rather than delicate or ornamental.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, reliable slab-serif texture with high impact and clear readability. Its broad proportions and substantial serifs suggest a focus on strong typographic color and confident emphasis in display settings.
Numerals are hefty and highly legible, with simple, emphatic shapes that match the letterforms’ weight and width. The sample text shows a dense, confident color on the page, with consistent spacing and a rhythm suited to prominent headings and short passages.