Natural stone can bring amazing textures into your home design both indoors and out. By using texture in design, you can create depth and accents throughout your home and slate is no exception. Known for its layered clefting, natural foliated appearance, and dark contrast, slate offers unique properties from other natural stones and can be used in a variety of applications throughout your home.
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Slate Countertops
Whether you’re looking for new countertops for your kitchen or bathroom vanity, slate is a great way to add contrast and texture to your space. Slate is available in a variety of colors including blue, green, red, purple, brown, and black. Once sealed, slate countertops will last for years to come.
Slate Flooring
When choosing material for your natural stone flooring, it is important to consider its absorption, finish and surface traction. Slate is non-porous meaning that it will not absorb liquids and because of this, cleaning the surface is much easier. Slate is a great choice for flooring and its rough, natural finish can provide a deep contrast to the space.
Outdoor Patios and Walkways
Like flooring, slate can also be used outdoors for your patio or walkway. Slate is a great choice for outdoor application due to its durability. The wide variety of colors and textures can also create a visually interesting outdoor space.
Bathroom Tiles
Due to its non-porous quality, slate is waterproof when well-maintained making it a great choice to use in bathrooms. This stone is widely used in showers and bathroom flooring. This tile can add a modern feel to your bathroom while being durable and easy to care for.
Fireplaces
Slate is fire-resistant making it a great choice for use for fireplaces. With a modern, yet rustic aesthetic, slate can be used in a variety of different design styles. Unlike standard fireplaces you can find in any store, the Z Stone Creations team can work with you to design a slate fireplace that is unique to your space.
When it comes to slate and other natural stone, there are numerous ways to incorporate them into your space. With the wide variety of textures, sizes, colors, and finishes that slate offers, each application can be different from the last. If you’re interested in incorporating natural stone into your home design – contact Z Stone Creations today for a free consultation. Our team of design experts is here to help.
