How To Seal Slate Roof Tiles

Mask off any adjacent surfaces that need to be protected during the application.

How to seal slate roof tiles.

Hold the sprayer nozzle 12 to 18 inches away from the surface of the tiles for best results. Read all instructions and tips before the application so that you can plan the application correctly. How to apply sealant on slate tile. At one time all slate.

Remove old roofing if applicable. Dip a rope cotton mop on the solution and wipe it around the floor. Shake or stir well. Take a spare piece of slate to a home store and discuss sealers with a knowledgeable salesperson.

Prep the slate for sealing. Position the first. You should have reinforced the frame of the roof earlier before. Mix water and all around detergent to make a solution.

Clean the slate thoroughly and allow it to dry completely. 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. If the slate flooring tiles have been installed for quite some time and you have decided to seal it now follow these cleaning steps. Test for desired results in an inconspicuous area before continuing the application.

Rub onto the surface of the slate in small circles. Once you have covered the surface rub off any excess straight away with a clean cloth and allow to dry naturally. Next prepare an oxygen bleach solution. Mix liquid or powder oxygen bleach to water.

Repeat until the whole surface is covered. Remove all grout and mortar. Repair and reinforce the roof if applicable. Pull the trigger on the sprayer and coat the tiles with long sweeping motions of your arm.

To see if your slate tile needs sealing pour a bit of water on its surface.