Slate is a very fine grained metamorphic rock derived from the sedimentary rock ’shale’. When shale is subjected to heat and pressure, the fine particles are “melted” together to form slate.

Ermelo Tiles stocks an extensive range of both local and imported slate in a multitude of colours.

Slate has long been a popular ornamental and decorative stone because of the pleasing colours, attractive patterns and designs.

Slate can have a wide range of natural variations and no two pieces will ever be exactly the same.