Day: March 5, 2015

How to repair damage to slate worktops

Slate is one of the least porous of all natural stones. It is highly durable but, let’s face it, nothing is immune to the odd scratch, chip or stain. If your slate worktops have gotten damaged for whatever reason, here as some important repair tips: Stains Ask about a special non-abrasive cream to apply to the area. These creams are specifically designed to help buff out stains. If this doesn’t do the trick, there are also other powders and solvents that might work better depending on the stain itself. Just make sure that it is suitable for use on slate. Chips If a piece chips off, you can apply a suitable glue to secure the piece of slate back in place. If you cannot find the chipped off pieces, you can use a coloured wax to fill the hole. In both cases, you will need to clean the area properly

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