How To Seal Slate Roof Tiles

Read all instructions and tips before the application so that you can plan the application correctly.

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. Remove old roofing if applicable. Use a lint free cotton cloth an old t shirt works best apply a little of the sealer on to the cloth. Once you have covered the surface rub off any excess straight away with a clean cloth and allow to dry naturally.

Dip a rope cotton mop on the solution and wipe it around the floor. Repair and reinforce the roof if applicable. You should have reinforced the frame of the roof earlier before. Mix liquid or powder oxygen bleach to water.

Test for desired results in an inconspicuous area before continuing the application. How to seal roof tiles. If the slate flooring tiles have been installed for quite some time and you have decided to seal it now follow these cleaning steps. Next prepare an oxygen bleach solution.

Mask off any adjacent surfaces that need to be protected during the application. If using a penetrating. Pour the sealer into a shallow pan such as a paint roller pan. This is on its own a major job that can take days and require special tools.

Shake or stir well. Place the folding ladder so that part of the fold bends across the edge of the roof where you place it and the lower section extends downward. Position the first. Wearing protective gloves dip the sponge into the sealer and spread it evenly over the slate.

Repeat until the whole surface is covered. Mix the sealer if required as per the manufacturer s instructions and fill the reservoir on the sprayer with sealer. To see if your slate tile needs sealing pour a bit of water on its surface.