Slab Normal Kuluh 4 is a light, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, books, interfaces, captions, practical, traditional, steady, bookish, readability, utility, versatility, text setting, neutrality, slab serif, bracketed, robust, crisp, open counters.
A workmanlike slab serif with sturdy, bracketed serifs and largely monoline stroke construction. The letterforms keep proportions conventional, with moderate apertures and open counters that hold up in paragraph settings. Curves are smooth and controlled, terminals are clean, and joins stay straightforward, producing an even typographic color. Uppercase shapes are classical and stable, while the lowercase maintains a clear rhythm with a readable, two-storey “g” and a simple, vertical “j” descender. Numerals follow the same restrained logic, with clear differentiation and consistent serif treatment.
Well-suited for extended reading in editorial layouts, books, and reports where a stable slab serif can add structure without calling attention to itself. It should also work for captions, tables, and interface copy that benefits from clear shapes and consistent rhythm.
The overall tone is dependable and traditional, suggesting a familiar print voice rather than a display personality. It reads as calm and utilitarian, with a slightly editorial, bookish feel driven by the slab-serifs and steady proportions.
Designed to be a reliable, general-purpose slab serif that prioritizes clarity and consistency in continuous text. The restrained detailing and balanced proportions indicate an intent to serve as a versatile text face across print and screen contexts.
Spacing appears comfortable and not overly tight, helping longer lines of text remain clear. The slab serifs add firmness at small sizes while keeping the texture even across mixed-case text and figures.