Types of Welsh Slate Chippings

For centuries, slate has been used for roofing whilst thicker slabs have been also used for flooring, headstones and worktops. During the 19th century, the Penrhyn Quarry, located near Bethesda, North Wales, was one of the largest slate quarries in the world. Today, this quarry still produces slate albeit at a much-reduced capacity. In 2018, Welsh slate was designated as a Global Heritage Stone Resource by the International Union of Geological Sciences. Forward to this day, Welsh slate continues to be used for all kinds of applications. Welsh slate chippings are most commonly used for landscape projects and outdoor features, including garden borders, edging, rockeries, water features and more. What are Welsh slate chippings? Welsh slate chippings are small, flat, angular pieces of Welsh slate. These are versatile and low-maintenance landscape materials that can be used to edge paths, create garden borders and more. Plus, can Welsh slate chippings can also be used as garden mulch as these can prevent weed growth and retain moisture. Types of Welsh slate chippings. This type of garden chippings is available in various colours, including blue chippings, purple chippings, green chippings and grey chippings. Blue slate chippings. Welsh blue slate can be purchased as 20mm blue slate chippings and 40mm blue slate chippings. Blue slate chippings feature a pale and subtle colour when dry and will become more bright and striking when wet. Plum slate chippings. Flat plum chippings are available in different sizes, including 20mm plum slate chippings and 40mm plum slate chippings. These can be used to enhance outdoor spaces by creating footpaths and other outdoor features. Grey slate chippings. At Mainland Aggregates, we supply 40mm graphite grey slate chippings. These feature grey-blue tones with gold flecks. If you are looking for large grey slate stones, we also stock graphite slate gabion stone ideal to fill gabion baskets. Green slate chippings. Angular green slate chippings, such as 20mm green slate chippings, are suitable for driveways, borders, footpaths and water features. These can be purchased in bulk bags or loose by the tonne. Where to buy Welsh slate? Welsh slate chippings can be purchased online at Mainland Aggregates Ltd. So, if you need Welsh slate for patios, Welsh slate for gardens or are simply looking for “Welsh slate chippings near me” look no further. Explore our full selection of Welsh slate chippings for sale today.