grout color selection is always up to our client and/or their design professional. Industry standard suggests adding at least 15% overage due to tile cuts, potential breakage, or future repairs.įor more information related to ordering and shipping, please be sure to visit our shipping and returns and delivery information resource pages.Ĭlé recommends the use of mapei flexcolor cq grout and a 1/8" grout joint with this collection. Why do you suggest i order at least 15% more than my measurements? this makes it unlikely that your sample will be a perfect match with your actual order. How will my slate samples compare to my actual order?Īs noted in the variation and add on orders sections of our faq, color and size variation between batches of slate tiles, in addition to variation from tile to tile, is to be expected given that slate is a natural stone and production batches are pulled from a quarry, at different times and from different areas. See illustrations in the technical specifications section above, and read more about the ratings in our tile variation & imperfection guides. Slate tiles are rated 'level 3 medium' for color and texture variation, and 'level 1 light' for size variation. do not install without blending tiles from all boxes. color variation and inconsistency are absolutely normal for a natural product like slate.ĭue to the color and shade variations, it is very important to blend the tiles from all boxes once they arrive and place them in their installation area to ensure you have the layout you want before installing. With the clé slate collection you will find a textured surface rich with color and shade variation that come from the natural layering that makes up slate. What types and levels of variation and imperfections should i expect? it will finish once any loose portion of the slate’s cleft has come off. this will not happen with every tile, just the tiles that have a section of loosened cleft surface, and it will only expose more slate stone underneath. this is the process of the slate’s cleft surface to slough off during the first several months of floor (and sometimes, wall) use. There may be darker sections that look as if a portion of a layer was removed - it is not a defect but a natural response to wear and tear called shaling. the clefts on the tile surface provide a natural slip resistance. you will find a textured surface rich with the color and shade variation that results from the natural layering making up slate. Our clé slate collection is gauged, meaning the backsides of the tiles have been ground down to give a consistent thickness, while the front sides have been left with their natural finish.
What type of finish should i expect with this collection? Slate is chemically sensitive so only mild pH neutral cleaners should be used.Ĭlé recommends laticrete cleaning products, please see our slate installation & maintenance guide for more information. like with any of our tiles, you can also build out the sheetrock so that the surface of the finished sheetrock is flush with the surface of the tile.įor more detailed recommendations about trim, please see our trim guide. a visible stone tile edge can be sanded to make the side match the main surface of the tile. if your project needs to turn a corner either inwardly or outwardly, mitering the tiles to meet seamlessly in a corner gives it the cleanest, crafted finish. below are the trim alternatives we recommend for this collection. we recommended sealing the grout lines and tile surface in all applications of slate (dry and wet) as the final step of installation.įor more information about sealing please see our slate installation & maintenance guides.Īt clé we follow the international model of no trim and highly recommend our clients to do the same. Exterior walls require vertical weather flashing and waterproof, penetrating sealant.Įxterior floor installations must be installed above grade with application of a waterproof, penetrating sealant.
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