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Slate Adds Drama

September 12, 2011 By creatingyourspace Leave a Comment

Slate has such variety of color that it is a tempting choice for many homes. However this wall of rectangular slate tiles shows how texture alone can create a dramatic look. Although slate’s colors can range from something simple like this grey to a variety of colors such as rusty red, gold and browns in one piece, it’s the texture that captures the eye in this situation.

It’s all about light here – the cuts and planes of each stone catch the light differently, leading to the feeling that there are different tones of grey on this wall. Actually each tile is the exact same color.

In contrast, the photo below shows a wall with some differing tones of grey. The pattern is more constructed, with rectangles surrounding small squares of stone. This pattern has additional emphasis from the darker toned slate tiles added to the design.

The end result is more eye-arresting than the wall above while still staying color neutral. Slate’s versatility allows it to play a role both inside and outside the home. It works on walls as an extra architectural touch and also can be used on floors.

Generally, slate floors don’t show this level of texture. Slate can chip so it’s important to keep the surface smoother when it will receive wear to avoid that.

If you love the natural look of stone, slate will fit the bill. Come on in and discover how slate may work to add personality and drama to your home design.

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Filed Under: Walls Tagged With: slate, slate tile, slate walls, textured walls

Question 5 In the Series Top 10 Most Frequently Asked Questions About Flooring

October 13, 2009 By creatingyourspace 1 Comment

Today we are answering the fifth question in the 1o part series: Top 10 Most Frequently Asked Questions About Flooring.

Question: Can I pick out the pieces of travertine or slate that I want to use so that they all look like the sample?

Answer: Technically, you could try………..but it would be extremely wasteful, costly and BORING! I realize that it is hard to look at one or two samples of stone and imagine what it will look like when its installed, (especially when you know the costs!) but what makes stone so beautiful is the fact that no two pieces will look the same.

Reasons to consider why you want every piece of stone to NOT be the same:

  • Your floor will be uniquely yours and you won’t ever see it at your neighbors house.
  • The floor will show character that can only be found in natural stone so there will be no mistake that it is ceramic or porcelain.
  • The more each piece of stone is different and the more movement and range of color a floor has – the more it hides dirt!

In my opinion, the fact that no two pieces are the same makes it easier to justify paying the price for natural stone! It’s like buying a rare antique or piece of antique handmade furniture – sure it costs more, but you can rest assured that no one else has the same one.

Keep these thoughts in mind when shopping: When considering a stone floor, be sure to ask to see multiple samples so you will know what kind of range of color and pattern to expect. Know that the floor you receive may not look the same as the samples you saw in the store. If you still aren’t comfortable, ask your sales associate if you can preview the material before it is installed. This may not be possible. If it is, you may have to pay a significant restocking fee to send it back, but that price may be worth it to you. Also, don’t discard pieces that have character such as a vein or crystallization. Celebrate these and let them tell the story of natural stone!

Do you have a floor with unusual veining, color range or movement? If so, send us a picture! We love to see examples of Mother Nature’s handywork!

 

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