Types of Natural Stone Flooring

Slate

  • Slate is another form of metamorphic rock that consists of silica alumina and iron oxide.
  • It is easily split into layers that provide a rugged rustic look.
  • It has good abrasion resistance and high durability if it has been correctly cut.
  • It is impervious to water, cold hard and noisy under foot and can be slippery.
  • A non-slip variety is available.
  • It is difficult to lay as the product is quite brittle and heavy.
  • It is usually laid into a bed of cement over concrete.

Limestone and Sandstone

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