When selecting slate tile as the material of choice for one of the rooms in your home, you must decide which room that will be. The properties of slate will help you determine which is the best room for this beautiful material. Since you have done some research on your own, and know, that it is a very durable and decorative material uniquely suited to home decor, its placement carefully evaluated. By that we mean, it must be placed thoughtfully for maximum performance in strength and beauty, while also ensuring that it will be functional, too. Due to its waterproofing ability, slate is a wise decision for the kitchen and bathroom. It is also a wise choice for the foyer of the home and the exits to the pool area or back yard. It is generally not suitable for the bedrooms or play areas, as it can retain cold and may cause injury should kids or someone slip and fall. It this is not a concern, then slate is a viable consideration for any room and the sky is the limit on decorating ideas.
Installation of tile must be of prime consideration, since you will hear sound when it is walked upon and, would like to avoid a hollow sound. It must have firm and tight floorboards, a flat and solid sub-floor as the base and this will eliminate any void spots beneath which avoids cracking when pressure is applied. These considerations make it an optimum choice for coordinating the garage with the kitchen.
One important, and often overlooked aspect of laying slate is that, it must be laid from the center and not installed from the wall. This method is helpful for planning out your pattern. Slate has beautiful colors and grains which, you will want to carefully consider in the placement design of your floor. This property of slate encourages the decision maker to carefully decide which room is most suitable. A bedroom, or the dining/living room area might be covered if there is a design. However, your kitchen will bring out the best view of the tile and its decorative layout to its best advantage, simply because kitchens generally have the center free for traffic.
Also, the pattern of the kitchen tiles can be coordinated to blend and complement your entrances and exits to the rest of the home. They can be used to match the sink backsplash and the stove area. Just an idea you might want to consider. One economical point to keep in mind is that this can be a do-it-yourself project for those who are skilled in this type of work, or you may prefer to work closely with the professional of your choice.
So, what’s the best room for slate tile flooring? Well, that is for you to decide. Many people find it both fucntional and beautiful in the kitchen and bathroom, but it can be a great fit for any room if you use a little design creativity.