Slate

**lava** · 02-26-2009, 01:46 AM

Hey guys I am looking to buy some slate to glue to the driftwood. I was wondering if all slate is safe? if not what kind to look for? does it do anything with water like make it harder? Also how can I glue the slate to the dritwood? will silicone work? I have GE I 100% silicon. Thanks in advance!

**Crispy** · 02-26-2009, 02:49 AM

Originally Posted by lava

Hey guys I am looking to buy some slate to glue to the driftwood. I was wondering if all slate is safe? if not what kind to look for? does it do anything with water like make it harder? Also how can I glue the slate to the dritwood? will silicone work? I have GE I 100% silicon. Thanks in advance!

that silicone will work fine. I think the slaterock found in most aquariums and LFS' is "flag stone". Do the vinegar test if you're not sure. If it bubbles, then it will affect your water conditions.

**lava** · 02-26-2009, 03:19 AM

Sweet thanks! do you think I can find some of this at lowes or home depot?

**PostalPenguin** · 02-26-2009, 03:35 AM

Originally Posted by lava

Sweet thanks! do you think I can find some of this at lowes or home depot?

Look in their garden center. I am almost sure they have it for walkways and the like.

**lava** · 02-26-2009, 03:44 AM

Okay thanks :)

**AnthonyTCaps** · 02-26-2009, 04:16 AM

Originally Posted by lava

Sweet thanks! do you think I can find some of this at lowes or home depot?

the only slate iv seen there is tiles im pretty sure its cheapest at the fish store that's been my experience so far.

**PostalPenguin** · 02-26-2009, 04:27 AM

Originally Posted by AnthonyTCaps

the only slate iv seen there is tiles im pretty sure its cheapest at the fish store that's been my experience so far.

It probably is best to get it from the LFS since any pieces they do sell at the hardware store will likely be much larger than you need.

**Poofaye C.** · 02-26-2009, 04:30 AM

Originally Posted by AnthonyTCaps

the only slate iv seen there is tiles im pretty sure its cheapest at the fish store that's been my experience so far.

Whoa....there's gotta be a cheaper place other than a fish store for slate. I'd try the good ole phone book for a co. that installs fancy sidewalks and lawn arrangements.

**AnthonyTCaps** · 02-26-2009, 04:39 AM

maybe your guys store is just mad expencive mine sellf black slate by the pound and its like $1.55 a pound or something a single 1/4 inch tile at HD is like $7.50 lol

**Poofaye C.** · 02-26-2009, 05:18 AM

Originally Posted by AnthonyTCaps

maybe your guys store is just mad expencive mine sellf black slate by the pound and its like $1.55 a pound or something a single 1/4 inch tile at HD is like $7.50 lol

I stand corrected....that does sound good!