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Slate is a sedimentary rock composed of clay or volcanic ash that has metamorphosed through high heat and pressure containing quartz ,Mica , shale, at one time colours were limited to blacks, greys, greens now there are vast arrays of colours India produces 45 colours, China 40 colours Brazil 10 colours , some slates are harder and denser resisting scratching wear and tear others others can scratch very easily and proper advice as to the appropriate areas for installation would be advised , Slate can be smooth or textured riven with flaky parallel layers of mica or shale.
Slate has for centuries been useful as a roofing material particularly the welsh slate in the uk, as a roofing material has lasted hundreds of years compared to cheaper synthetic roofing materials, it has been used for building cladding, fire surrounds, & flooring flags in many older buildings, although not as porous as some stones we always recommend proper sealing to resist soiling and staining sometimes etching may occur if any calcite present.
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The Slate in the image is typical of
newly installed that was never properly
cleaned of residues the client was not sure if this
was how the floor should look.
the image to the right was taken after removing all
cement grout residues soiling and stains around the
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Although a seal that leaves a natural finish looks pleasing to many a colour enhancer can be a very attractive finish
or even a wet look finish can be a worthy alternative.
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Regular maintenance
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Please call for a no obligation site inspection contact us Now on 0800 6523671 to revive your Slate Floor.
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- DIAMOND GRINDING
- HONING AND POLISHING
- PROTECTION & SEALING
- GROUT CLEANING & RE-GROUTING
- STAIN REMOVAL
- REPAIRS & WORKTOPS REPAIRS
- CRYSTALLIZATION & MAINTENANCE
- LIPPAGE REMOVAL
- ANY STONE RESTORATION WORK
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| Address |
Badgers House
111 Bridport Way
Braintree
CM7 9FP |
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| Telephone: |
01376 529951
01376 529951 |
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