FAQ

Slate is a fine-grained metamorphic rock formed from shale under intense heat and pressure. Known for its natural cleavage, it’s widely used in roofing, flooring, and wall cladding due to its durability and aesthetic appeal.

Yes, but honed finishes are recommended. Slate is heat-resistant but requires annual sealing to prevent stains. Avoid heavy impact (e.g., chopping directly).

Use a pH-neutral cleaner and warm water. Avoid acidic solutions (vinegar, lemon juice) that can etch the surface. For honed slate, dry immediately to prevent water spots.

Yes! Slate has excellent weather resistance, with a water absorption rate of <0.4% (ASTM C97 standard). It’s ideal for outdoor applications like patios, roofing, and garden edging, even in freeze-thaw climates.

Green slate stone is cheaper for 3 reasons. 1 . Green slate is easy to mine. 2 Green slate is natural slit. 3. Green slate labor cost is lower.

High-quality slate has UV resistance. Colors may subtly fade over 10+ years, but charcoal and green slates retain hues better than red variants.

Durability: Granite is harder (6–7 Mohs vs. slate’s 5.5–6).Cost: Slate is 30–50% cheaper.Maintenance: Both need sealing, but slate chips more easily.

For 10-15mm thick, one container green slate tiles can load 800-840m2.

Yes. Slate is 100% natural, requires minimal processing, and is fully recyclable. Quarries certified by the Natural Stone Institute follow sustainable practices.

Properly installed slate roofs last 75–150 years, outperforming asphalt shingles (20–30 years). Regular inspections (every 5 years) prevent cracked tiles.

Slate stones are available with natural split, hone, mushroom finish. Others should be discussed.

Absolutely! Choose flamed or bush-hammered finishes for slip resistance. Slate’s low porosity prevents water damage, making it perfect for pool decks and coping.

Yes , we have our own Imperial brown granite quarry, G648 quarry , G603 quarry , G623 quarry , G635 quarry etc . We also have cooperated quarry of New Santa Cecilia , Nero Imperal outside China.Moreover , we have our own professional factory in quarry area .

Yes , we make extra thin granite slabs , thin marble slabs for cut to size jobs .At present , we supply extra thin granite slabs for external wall , thickness can be 5mm, 8 mm ~9 mm . We also supply super thin granite countertops with sink cutout , thickness 8mm ~9 mm , size 2400mm x 1200 mm, 2700 mm x 1000 mm etc. The most popular products : Shanxi black super thin panels , Shanxi black super thin countertops , Extra thin grantie panels for wallWe also supply relatived products such as ceramic sinks , steel parts etc. with granite or marble products , for comvenience of clients.

Loading quantity of granite tiles in 1x20' containers is depended on density of granite , thickness of granite tiles, weigh limit of shipping company .if weight limit of 1x20 'container is 26 tons , 1x20 ' container is allowed loading quantity for different thinkness tiles as following(1) 10 mm thicknes granite tilles : about 900 square meters (2) 20 mm thickness granite tilles: about 450 square meters(3) 30 mm thickness granite tilles : about 300 square metersIf weight limit of 1x20 'container is 17.5 tones, 1x20 ' container is allowed loading quantity for different thinkness tiles as following (1) 10 mm thicknes granite tilles : about 600 square meters (2) 20 mm thickness granite tilles: about 300 square meters(3) 30 mm thickness granite tilles : about 200 square metersFor more information, please feel free to contact us .Popular and cheap granite tiles and marble tiles : G648 Granite tiles , G603 Granite tiles, Crystall White marble tiles, Coffee brown marble tiles

Yes , could cut sink holes and pack the counter tops well , avoid any breakage . We will stick warning label on wooden cases . Please check the packing in our web.For bigger sink hole , we can make couter tops with steel rod & nails back to reinforce

Re "U" shaped kitchen , it can be joined by several pcs of counter tops . We will find out the best joint way according to kitchen drawings and specification . For different size ,the joint way is different.

We have rich experience in making counter tops for various project in USA. We couldn't offer you more reference until the clients permit ,because of commercial secret . We would like to offer products pictures we made for project in USA , hope they are good as a reference .

Two ways to remove stains from granite worktops 1. Use water based stain remover for the removal of stains of an organic nature, such as wine, coffee, nicotine, fruit juices etc.2. Use alkaline degreaser for removal of dirt of an organic and greasy nature, spots, grease, pollution, smoke stains, lamp black, wax coating etc.

(1) First , you should send us request details including granite or marble name , countertops drawings with specification , edge treatment request , quantity etc.(2) We would like to quote you our best prices according to your request(3) Because counter tops for project are in different sizes and shape , for sure all can be installed quickly , we will label on all back of counter tops ,as following picture . All counter tops will be packed in good condition avoid any break in shipping way .