I recently bought a set of slate placemats.
I didn't realise that they came just as untreated slate. I'd assumed* that they would have some protective coating.
They don't. Should i treat them with some sealant? varnish? and if so what?
If I leave them will they get grease-stained? ( young family).
* To assume is to make an 'ass' out of 'u' and 'me'
TIA
Tom
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Re: Slate placemats
FarmerTom wrote:..I'd assumed* that they would have some protective coating...
They don't. Should i treat them with some sealant? varnish? and if so what?
Apparently some are coated and some aren't. Those that are seem to have an acrylic coating...
http://www.hampshireslate.co.uk/storepage2064974.aspx... our products including slate placemats, slate cheeseboards and slate platters are treated with an acrylic finish complying with BN6250 requirements...
A light wipe with diluted PVA wood glue would seem to provide a similar treatment (not sure about the BN6250 requirements though, but then you're not eating off them )
Those that aren't (for serving plates, at least) suggest...
http://derwentslate.co.uk/product-care/Once received please wash(high setting dishwasher) and oil your slate plates using a good quality olive oil...
Did yours come with any care instructions?
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I believe that some slate products are coated with linseed oil. At least that's what Mrs W's cousin in North Wales puts on those he sells.
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Re: Slate placemats
I find that when we have young children for a meal giving them an old slate placemat together with a small pebble to draw with keeps them amused for ages. The grown ups often join in as well.
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Re: Slate placemats
Rhyd6 wrote:I find that when we have young children for a meal
Got any good recipes?
It's a long time since I ate meat, but I might be tempted to make an exception.
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