Slate

Secrets of Slate Roofing
It's hot, heavy, and hard work installing it, but few roofs look as good or last as long.
New Old Italianate Kitchen
Here's a handsome kitchen in an 1880s Italianate house in Brunswick, Maine, that has recently undergone an extensive renovation. The large slate sink and backsplash came from a farmhouse in…
Sliced Slate Fireplace
This modern visual effect creates a delightful trick for the eye.
Slate Roofing Techniques with John Mahan
A skilled installer shows how to work with slate tiles.
Slate Roofing and Repair Techniques
Slate specialist John Mahan shows how to cut, punch, and replace slate shingles.
Weaving Wood and Tile Into a Stunning Floor
A field of slate squares is captured by a dadoed grid of reclaimed pine.
Tour a Slate-Roofing Shop
Realizing that their old shop was just too small, these roofers designed a shop with expansion possibilities.
What's the Difference: Stone countertops
Even stone is susceptible to scratches, staining, chipping, and heat damage
5 Roofs That Will Last a Lifetime
These premium products offer time-tested longevity, so your choice depends on price, appearance, and installation requirements.
Tiling over Different Substrates
Use expansion joints and an uncoupling membrane to prevent cracks in the tile installation where different substrates meet.

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