Slate
Slate is another natural stone product that is found throughout the world. Slate’s quality is determined by its hardness. The softer the slate, the more it will flake. This is not what professionals nor their clients like to see. While it’s true that a natural, weathered look is sometimes desirable, this should always be created through landscaping and design efforts, not because the slate itself wears away quickly! A hard slate is easier to work and will stand the test of time.
Slate is an extremely flexible material, suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. Slate counter tops have recently exploded in popularity. It’s also an excellent interior flooring and fireplace stone. Moving outside, slate is also a beautiful choice for around swimming pools and for patios, walkways and steps.
Slate is well known for its variety. Local geological conditions create slate in a tremendous number of colours. The hallmark of a skilled landscaping stone supplier is the ability to find slate in beautiful colours without letting colour take priority over providing quality slate. Stone Haven carries excellent examples of popular colours like black, green, mauve, red and dark blue.
Visit Stone Haven’s showroom to see examples of what slate can do, or email mike@stonehaveninc.ca to see how Stone Haven can help you with projects using slate.