Slate is both attractive and durable, and can be used in a range of tile flooring projects, from household to commercial applications. These beautiful tiles are bound to match your sense of style as well as your more practical requirements of durability, strength, and resistance to wear caused by foot traffic and other every day stresses. The texture and nature of the tile gives it a timeless quality.
Properties:
The natural surface textures of slate tile flooring vary from tile to tile, adding a unique tactile dimension to the overall look and feel of your tile flooring project. The subtle textures that characterize this ruggedly elegant natural stone make slate a unique choice among tile flooring options. Slate tile flooring is naturally slip resistant, making it a great choice if a major source of foot traffic comes from children or the elderly. It also makes an excellent poolside option. Slate tile flooring, along with quartzite tile, comes in a variety of colors, from greens to pinks to blue-grey shades.
Types of slates:
There are varieties of slates available in the grocery stores. They are Roofing Slate, Flooring Slate, Paving Slate, Wall Cladding, Paving Slate, Countertop, Window Cills and Billiard Slate.
Color:
Roofing Slate is available in King Black, Blue Black and Clear Black. Flooring Slate tiles are available in Colorful Autumn, Golden Valley, Oyster, Classical jade, China Black and Elegant Blue Black. Being a natural stone, slate must be treated with slate seal. This enhances the colors and protects the surface from daily use.
Size:
They come in 300mm x 300mm. Some of them also come under 600mm x 300mm and 600mm x 600mm. the size may vary according to the make.
Cost:
Normally slate tiles ranges between £21- £40 per square meter. Remember this is not the constant prices. It may vary according to manufacturers.