Slate flooring

02-20-2013, 09:46 PM	#1
linda.t Newbie   Join Date: Feb 2013 Posts: 2	Slate flooring Hi I bought a house that has slate flooring in the kitchen and dinning room. I don't think it's sealed or coated. It always looks dirty and my kids feet are dirty from walking on it barefoot. Is it possible to put a coating on it that gives it a semi gloss sheen and looks clean? Thanks!

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02-20-2013, 10:17 PM	#2
JazMan Tileguy     Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Troy, Michigan Posts: 3,265	Slate flooring Hi Linda, welcome, Yes you absolutely can and should apply a finish to slate tiles. Search for slate dressings and finishes at your local tile store. Someone might help you but you failed to indicate where you are. Jaz __________________ Tile 4 You LLC Troy, MI KERDI Shower Specialist ... DITRA Installs ... Product-Method suitability consultation. I have NEVER made a mistake, I thought I did once...........but I was wrong! - PRODUCTS ADVERTISED WITHIN MY POST ARE NOT ENDORSED BY ME!

02-20-2013, 10:36 PM	#3
linda.t Newbie   Join Date: Feb 2013 Posts: 2	Slate flooring Thanks! I'm in Parma Ohio. 😄I'm not very familiar with slate flooring. It looks pretty but after living with it and the uneven floors not sure if I like it at all. I think putting a coating or seal will make it more tolerable.

02-20-2013, 11:59 PM	#4
JazMan Tileguy     Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Troy, Michigan Posts: 3,265	Slate flooring Quote: I think putting a coating or seal will make it more tolerable. It's not the first choice for 99% of the people. Too dark, too soft, lots of maintenance, too rough. Well.. you know. Jaz __________________ Tile 4 You LLC Troy, MI KERDI Shower Specialist ... DITRA Installs ... Product-Method suitability consultation. I have NEVER made a mistake, I thought I did once...........but I was wrong! - PRODUCTS ADVERTISED WITHIN MY POST ARE NOT ENDORSED BY ME!

02-21-2013, 09:03 AM	#5
joecaption Member   Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Hartfield VA Posts: 18,253	Slate flooring And brittle.