When looking for a natural stone that portrays a strong personality, a deep appealing hue, and a hint of metallic charm, Copper Slate is one of the first options to consider. This type of natural slate provides both interiors and exteriors with an earthen charm because of its distinctive sulfitic coppery hue and stratified surface. Let’s examine Copper Slate further to understand why it is a designer favorite and a classic selection for sophisticated places.
Copper Slate is caused by regional metamorphism of sedimentary rocks, mainly quartz and mica, which is extensively mined in areas such as Rajasthan, India. The standout copper slate characteristic surfaces can even be called multicolored, like a living canvas, burnt orange, rustic red, golden brown, and charcoal gray all blending and shifting to oil oxidized metals. None of these are artificially generated; they evolve over immense duration of time in mineral deposits and are pressured to give each slate’s tile facture its own personality.
Copper Slate is a form of natural stone sculpting which depicts art work. Here’s why it is one of a kind:
1. Color Explosion: One can expect a rich and unique combination of colors including copper, rust, brown, bronze, grey, with touches of green and even violet. Some pieces show subtle gold veins and sparkles due to the Mica content in some stones.
2. Natural Texture: The surface generally comes with a natural cleft which means that it has a rough but yet pretty finish which adds to the beauty.
3. Versatility in Finish: Also available are honed or polished versions, which have more drama and depth to their metallic tones.
4. Size and Thickness: Tiles and slabs are available in various thicknesses ranging from 10 mm to 20+ mm and standard or custom sizes. That makes them adaptable for everything from floors to feature walls.
5. Strength: It’s durability is defined by its strong nature to be scratch resistant and being exposed to the indoor and outdoor world.
| Material Type | Slate |
| Color | Multi-Color |
| Compressive Strength |
Approx. 1000–1400 kg/cm²
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| After Freezing |
900–1300 kg/cm²
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| Ultimate Tensile Strength |
60–110 kg/cm²
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| Water Absorption | 0.3–0.7% |
| Impact Test (Min Fall HT) | 60–80 cm |
| Bulk Density |
2700–2800 kg/m³
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Wall cladding
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Roofing tiles
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Landscaping
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| Paving |
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Fireplaces and hearths
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Countertops and tabletops
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Decorative interiors
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