California Gold
California Gold is made from modern slate, and it is a distinct tile product to take advantage of for your washroom, cooking area, living space, basement and garage.
California Gold slate is a variegated slate with tones of grey, gold and streaks of rust in a natural finish. The added benefits of slate tiles are that they are water-resistant, free from VOCs, and they can be used in quite a few different spaces. You should also look at our other types of tiles such as the wood look, porcelain, and ceramic tiles.
Specification
Finish: Natural
Install Type: Thin-Set
Usage: Residential, Commercial
Ends: Rectified
Application: Floor, Wall
Size: 12”X24”
Sq. Ft.: 2 sq. ft.
Tiles Per Box: N/A
Description
California Gold is a variegated slate with grey, gold, and rust-colored tones. The benefits of purchasing slate tiles are that they are usually water-resistant, chemical-resistant, and they are resistant to scrapes and dents. Why not look at our different tile varieties such as wood look, porcelain, and limestone.
Main Benefits
- Slate tiles are water-resistant, so they are ideal for kitchen, hallways and bathroom floors.
Shipping Details
- Shipping is available within Canada.
- Shipping tiles can be offered at purchasers request with an additional cost based on standard charges from major shipping companies.
- Special arrangements may be made for international buyers.
(Note: If you are planning to place a large order or need to inquire about pricing, please do not hesitate to give us a call today at (416) 752-4446.)
Ceramic Tile World has a variety of glass mosaics such as Blend Crema, Blend Brown, Yahly White, Yahly Grey, and Yahly Brown. We also have a line-up of mosaic items such as stone, stainless steel, and blend. Pay a visit to our tile store and start designing your projects.
Product Attributes
CATEGORY
Floor and Wall Tiles
SUBCATEGORY
Slate Tiles
SKU
#609635
MATERIAL
Slate
APPLICATION AREAS
Bathroom, Kitchen, Living Room, Garage
TESTIMONIALS
FAQ
Is Slate Tile Durable?
Forged from natural minerals like quartz and calcite in extreme heat, slate is an extremely durable and solid surface that withstands everyday wear and tear. If you do accidentally drop something heavy and chip the floor, you won’t see quite a contrasting color difference as you would with ceramic or porcelain tile.
Is Slate a Good Outdoor Tile?
The higher-quality grades of slate tile are used as flooring because they’re stain-resistant and non-porous. It’s also hard to damage. All of these qualities make slate tile ideal for outside use as well. Indeed, a patio made of slate can be very striking, adding a strength to the aesthetic of your outdoor space.
What Are Slate Tiles Used For?
Slate tiles are used not only for flooring, but also wall tiling, back splashes, stepping stones, roofing, and a variety of other uses. Slate is probably the most common natural stone in general use.
Does Slate Tile Need to Be Sealed?
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 water leaves a darkened spot for longer than 10 minutes, it needs sealer.
Does Limestone Scratch Easily?
Limestone’s soft calcium-based makeup makes it easy to scratch. The use of the wrong cleansers, a vacuum with a beater bar, or simply dirt carried in from outside can all scratch limestone. However, there are home remedies for removing or concealing minor bruises. Mineral oil may be blotted into light scratches in darker limestone. If your stone is lightly colored, honed, or polished, start with super fine sandpaper and work your way up until the scratch is gone. Professional buffing, however, is recommended for deeper and larger scratches.
Does Slate Tile Crack Easily?
Although individual tiles sometimes crack, an entire roof made of slate will probably not have to be replaced for 50 years or more. Properly installed, slate also makes dependable flooring. Slate is a metamorphic rock with relatively weak bonds between layers, so tile made from it tends to split along those planes.
Is Slate Tile Slippery When Wet?
Slate tiles are resistant to water and this combined with their texture makes them a naturally slip-proof option that can work exceptionally well to help keep areas that are slippery when wet both safe and looking great.
Can You Put Slate on Top of Concrete?
Slate is a type of stone, so slate tiles are durable and ideal for outdoor applications. Slate tiles are best installed over a concrete porch because it is a more stable surface. These tiles should not be installed over damaged or uneven concrete.
Is Slate a Good Flooring Option?
One of the strongest standard natural stone flooring materials, slate has an inherent durability that makes it resistant to cracks, scratches, breaks, and chips. It is generally a very good flooring material for heavy-traffic areas.
Can You Drill Through Slate Tile?
Slate can also be used in a number of craft and home design projects, such as slate tiling. Often a project may call for drilling holes into slate. For this task, a proper-sized masonry drill bit is needed.