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When you use slate paving for a patio or a pathway, the most important thing to consider is how slick it might be when wet. Slate is a very smooth material. This means that when it gets wet it can be very slippery and you may end up with injuries occurring due to falling on your beautiful new patio or pathway. Hence when choosing your slate paving, one has to make sure that the chosen slate is more textured

Once you have chosen the slate paving you will use, you need to make sure that it gets properly installed. Good slate paving depends much on the preparation. You have to make sure that the slate has been laid on a firm foundation.

For creating floorings, slate tiles or slate slabs are widely used in either rectangular or square in shape, and are available in varied sizes. Manufacturers also offer custom sizes. They are available in two forms: gauged or ungauged. When we talk about gauge slate, it implies the stone which has gone through a grinding machine, to smoothen only one side and there is an even thickness for ease in setting the floors. Conversely, the ungauged slate stone tiles or slabs are uneven on both sides. They are available in different thicknesses, and are ideally used as patio paving. The irregularity of pattern of each tile or slab gives it a distinct look when grouped with other stones in a large area, thereby giving a one-of-a-kind and unique appearance. This range of attractive colors, pleasing patterns and eye catching designs available has made slate paving a popular ornamental and decorative option. The beautiful slate paving works wonders in helping to create a graceful, attractive look to any surrounding.