How To Seal Slate Roof Tiles

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How to seal slate roof tiles.

Like most other natural stones slate tile flooring requires sealing to aid in water repellency and prevent staining and scratching and sealer should be applied on a yearly basis. Mix liquid or powder oxygen bleach to water. Clean the slate thoroughly and allow it to dry completely. Repeat until the whole surface is covered.

Position the first. Use a lint free cotton cloth an old t shirt works best apply a little of the sealer on to the cloth. Mask off any adjacent surfaces that need to be protected during the application. Pull the trigger on the sprayer and coat the tiles with long sweeping motions of your arm.

Repair and reinforce the roof if applicable. To see if your slate tile needs sealing pour a bit of water on its surface. Mix water and all around detergent to make a solution. If the slate flooring tiles have been installed for quite some time and you have decided to seal it now follow these cleaning steps.

You should have reinforced the frame of the roof earlier before. Take a spare piece of slate to a home store and discuss sealers with a knowledgeable salesperson. Read all instructions and tips before the application so that you can plan the application correctly. Test for desired results in an inconspicuous area before continuing the application.

Remove old roofing if applicable. Remove all grout and mortar. Hold the sprayer nozzle 12 to 18 inches away from the surface of the tiles for best results. Once you have covered the surface rub off any excess straight away with a clean cloth and allow to dry naturally.

If the water leaves a darkened spot for longer than 10 minutes it needs sealer. Dip a rope cotton mop on the solution and wipe it around the floor. Prep the slate for sealing. Next prepare an oxygen bleach solution.

Rub onto the surface of the slate in small circles.