The slate is considered durable roofing material, but over time, under the influence of climatic conditions, it spoils (cracks appear, dust settles and dirt is stuffed). To avoid this, you can cover the roofing material with paint, which in this situation is a protective tool, moreover, the most affordable. Modern colors contain various additives from mold and fungi, which is also important. Also, a layer of paint protects against precipitation (rain and snow), from sunlight, from the wind, etc. D. – This will help to avoid further repair and resuscitation of slate. Now many began to install elite fireplaces, they perfectly decorate the interior of the apartment.
Before dyeing the slate of acrylic or polymer enamel or liquid plastic (for your choice), you should carefully prepare the surface. These are rather laborious preparatory work, but they should be done. First of all, we check each sheet for the presence of cracks and damage, if any, be sure to replace with a whole and unscatable sheet of slate. Then it will be convinced that all sheets are securely fixed. After that, thoroughly clean the surface of soot, dirt, moss, etc. D. Then you need to clean the slate of old plaque using sandpaper and treat with antifungal acrylic primer, special for the slate.
And only after this slate must be covered with liquid cement mortar, which in consistency is similar to kefir. After the solution is completely dried, the surface must be primed once again and you can proceed to staining.