Is Slate Tile Good for Flooring

Slate Flooring Tile  are categorized into two major Categories. Out of which one is strong and another is soft.

Soft Slate Tiles absorb water and hence not recommended to use on floor. Whereas the Strong Slate tiles are non porous according to water absorption technical data. Furthermore the compressive strength of the strong slate tiles are high and therefore strong.

Slate Flooring Tile

Especially the Strong Slate tiles also have quartz particles, which further make slate tiles more suitable to use on floor.

Finally Selected Slate Tiles which are strong and non-porous are good to be used as flooring tile. Furthermore slate tiles are rust free and scratch free if sealed properly.

Slate Tiles are also available in Polish as well as Leather top surface, which are well used as floor tiles and Kitchen Backsplash. Polishing of Slate Tile will give you a mat smooth finish, not a glossy finish, which is non-slippery and therefore used near pool and as Bathroom  Tiles.

Rajasthan State of India is the hub for all the slate tiles, quarried, processed and supplied around the world in various colors. For example Grey, Black, White, Beige, Green, Gold and Multicolor.

Soft Slate Tile for Wall Cladding

Soft Slate are used as best elevation wall cladding tiles. Whereas it can be used as floor tiles only on low traffic area with proper protection on the surface. Finally Some good examples are Peacock Multicolor, Indian Autumn and California Gold.

Strong Slate Tile for Flooring & Wall

Strong Slate are best used as Flooring tiles as well as elevation, Kitchen Backsplash, Bathroom Tiles and wall tiles. Therefore the Strong slate for outdoor flooring  and indoor flooring is listed below for the guidance of home owners, architects and builders.

Flooring Slate are also available in different top finishes to suit the aesthetics and interior of any area. Moreover Available finish of slate tiles are listed as under.

Natural Split face is only recommended for Wall Tiles.

Frequently Asked Questions about Slate Flooring Tiles

Is Slate Tile durable

Definitely Slate tile are durable but you have to maintain it with proper sealing and cleaning at regular intervals. Any stone can break if any heavy item is dropped on it. Handle with care to have a great look and ultimate stone tile experience.

Is Slate Good flooring option

Yes, Slate can be used in Natural split face and in polished top finish for flooring. To protect from any liquid and chemical drops, protect it with sealer at regular intervals.

is Slate good for showers

Showers are wet area of our home, Slate is a good flooring and Wall tile option and therefore we recommend to protect it for low maintenance. Especially it is non-slippery when polished. Moreover it give a mat finish look when polished.

Does Slate tiles breaks easily?

No, Not at all. All the slate tiles do not break easily if installed properly. Moreover any vacuum while installing and any dropping items can adhere to breakage.

Are Slate tiles slippery when polished?

Certainly Slate tiles gives mat finish when Polished and it is non-slippery that is why it is recommended to be used near pool and bathroom tiles.

What are the main Slate tile sizes.

Slate Tiles are processed in 300 x 300 mm, 300 x 600, 400 x 400 and 600 x 600 mm regularly whereas any customized sizes are also processed as per requirement.

What are the top surface finishes available in Slate Tiles.

Slate Tiles from India is available in Three main top surface finishes. 1) Natural Split face 2) Polish 3) Leather.

 

Finally we conclude that the Slate tiles are reasonably best flooring tile for your home and building. Further if you have any question. Please Write us your question or requirement. We assure you to reply as soon as possible.

 

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