How to Take Care of Your Slate Patio

Slate refers to he hard natural stone which is formed on the metamorphism of clay and shale under low pressure. Since it carries beautiful colors and advantageous characteristics like being non-porous and easy to maintain, slate has invariably become a preferred choice among people for decorating patios etc. Slate patios call for a considerable amount of money during installation and one has to be really careful about taking its proper care and maintenance. All one need to do is put a little efforts towards the cleaning and care of your slate patio and your slate patio would last for quite a number of years to come. Here are few tips which can help you maintain it properly:

Tip 1
To safeguard the slate tiles, it is wise to seal the patio with a penetrating sealer. Sealing the patio with a sealer would help in preventing water from penetrating into the tile. Though, this also has a drawback of making the patio become slippery when wet. Hence, one has to be careful with sealed slate patios. One can easily apply the sealer personally by following the instructions on the pack.

Tip 2
The easiest way of cleaning a slate patio is hosing down the dirt, dust grime with water. Dust particles can render scratches on the slate hence, the hosing should be done in a single direction to prevent it.



Tip 3
Mix one part of bleach to ten parts of water and use this solution to clean the algae and moss from your slate patio. Dip a soft bristled brush into the solution and swipe clean the algae while making sure not to scratch the finish. Rinse off the patio with water after the activity.

Tip 4
Try to clean the accidental spills on the slate as soon as possible or else it would leave stains on the slate making it look ugly. Warm soapy water is best to use for cleaning such stains rendering your patio sparkling clean and clear.

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