However, a quality slate will soon “stabilize” and flaking should not be an issue. Most slate will spall a little after being installed as the loose pieces on the uppermost layer are worn free. However, this characteristic can also allow the stone to spall (flake) after it is installed. The layered characteristics of slate and other metamorphic stones allow it to be cleaved (split) rather easily making it very affordable to bring to market. Due to these natural variations, purchasing and installing slate should be approached carefully as all slates are not created equal. The clay and fine particles of quartz, mica, and numerous other minerals found in the shale, in conjunction with differing degrees of heat and pressure, create a stone that can vary tremendously in density, strength, and absorbency. Also, slate’s non-slippery, cleft surface and hardness provide a durable, attractive flooring option.įound throughout the world, slate is a metamorphic rock formed mainly from layers of shale subject to intense heat and movement pressure. Colors range from grey and black to beautiful shades of greens and purples. It is not generally recommended to use the thinner flooring slates externally, as they may not be robust enough to withstand the British elements.Ģ015 “Why Dark Grey is a Bright Idea” We are pleased to supply all the Brazilian Grey flooring slates for Wendy and James Aldridge, throughout their London Home.Slate is a beautiful natural stone that can be used to add different colors and textures to your landscape making your outdoor hardscape both functional and attractive.Īs a paver choice especially, slate’s varying colors adds a truly unique look to your hardscape. Click here to go to sandstone paving section. Click here to go to premium stone paving section.įor those looking for a competitively priced product we also have a range hand cut Indian sandstones in the most popular colours ideal for patios and paths at extremely competitive prices. We also stock a range of premium paving stone, consisting of riven, honed, sandblasted and tumbled Paving stones suitable for patios and paths driveways. Bullnosed steps available from stock and bespoke bullnosing for all Slate and Quartzite paving.Ĭlick here to go to riven paving slate section. These are either a nominal 30 mm thickness suitable for driveways and heavy traffic, or a more competitively priced nominal 20 mm suitable for slate patios and pathways.
We also supply a selection of the above riven and chipped edged slates in a thicker more robust size, better suited to withstand our British weather. Click here to go to tumbled slate section. Tumbled Slate – This slate has been sawn to size, and then put into a rotating drum rounding off the sharp edges, giving the tiles a softer almost worn appearance. Click here to go to chipped edged slate section. Click here to go to honed slate section.Ĭhipped edged slate – This is when the slates have hand cut chipped edges, rather than diamond sawn straight edges, this instantly creates an aged antiqued appearance when laid. Honed slates generally do not have a shiny appearance. The surface can be further polished to create a shiny finish. Honed slate – This is when the surface of the slate has been machined to be completely flat and smooth. Click here to go to riven flooring slate section. Riven flooring slate – This product has a natural riven surface, these vary from very lightly riven Brazilian slates with the least texture, through to the rustic slates which are very heavily riven, creating a rustic farmhouse characteristic. The different finishes available in natural slates We stock all the natural slate tiles in our own dedicated warehouse, every order is packed by our experienced staff and can normally be dispatched within 48 hours. The Natural Slate Company is the UK’s premier natural slate tile specialist. Flooring slates The Natural Slate Company is the UK’s premier natural slate tile specialist, supplying over forty different and uniquely coloured flooring slates from around the world.
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