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Gardening with Stone

Slate??

21 years ago

A while back I purchased some 12" slate tiles with the intention of using them as a kitchen backsplash. Well I've now changed my mind about that and have this slate sitting around. The tiles are about 1/2" thick. Is there any reason I can't use this slate outdoors in some way? Could they be used as stepping stones or a walkway if set like pavers or flagstone? Any other ideas come to mind? I only have about 35 of them, so I can't get too big. But I like them and want to use them somewhere!

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Comments (3)

bambooo
21 years ago
A bit thin to bear foot traffic.
Make a nice tabletop.
Herb
21 years ago
I agree that 1/2 inch thick slate could be a bit thin for foot traffic, but doesn't it depend on what the slate itself is lying on? If it were set in a substantial concrete bed, wouldn't it work just fine?
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JillP
21 years ago
I think it would be slippery when wet. Wait isn't that a Bon Jovi Album?

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