Products: Slate


Slate is one of nature's more interesting products. It is formed of compressed layers of sediments which were originally under the world's oceans. The stone was created by a process of metamorphosis on a regional basis which includes a re-crystallization under compression leading to a dense stone comprised of quartz, mica, iolite and calcite. Since it is formed in layers, it can easily be split to expose a beautifully textured surface.

The colors of slate tend to be earthy, comprised of shades and mixtures of browns, beiges, yellows, blacks, dark grays and green grays. There are also a number of exotic slates which feature pinks, purples and copper tones. Wide ranges of colors and tones provide you with an almost unlimited color selection potential. Slate has been used for centuries as the material of choice to create unique paving, landscaping and roofing applications.