Slate tiles are created from a metamorphic rock. It is a very fine grained rock
comprised mostly of microscopic clay minerals, with traces of
quartz and calcite. The alterations by heat and pressure
produces the pronounced partings (slate cleavage) which gives
slate its characteristics. Slate tiles are equally at home in
both contemporary and traditional design schemes and are excellent for
all internal and external wall and floor applications. They also
have the
added bonus of having a very hard wearing and easy to care for
surface.
It is advisable to seal slate when used in interior application
to highlight the natural beauty of the tile. Slate used on
outdoor surfaces does not need
to be sealed but can be done if desired.
At Ballarat Tiles we have a great choice of sealers
to assist with all your sealing needs and a range of cleaners
available which are recommended for general upkeep of your slate
which wont harm your sealer. These specific sealers and cleaners are expanded upon in
the sealers / additives section of this website.
"This is only a sample
of our range that we can offer you, so please come in so one of
our trained consulting staff can assist you with your selection"
Rose Beige 30x30 SE
Kashmir 30x30 SE
Black 30x30 SE
Surf Green 30x30 SE
Kund 15x30, 20x30, 30x30, 38x19 all HC, 20x30, 30x30 SE
Slate can be finished in either "hand cut" or "sawn edge", which
both have their own unique styles
"Please note that colours shown are indication only and may vary
from actual product"
