Posted: Sun Mar 28, 2010 1:28 pm
Yesterday I finished laying a new hearth, using slate flagstones reclaimed from other bits of the house. The flags are on a base of 1 part NHL 3.5 lime, 6 parts sand. Its a deep bed - between 30 and 60mm depending on the depth of stone on top. I used building sand, and have since found out (on this website!) its a no-no for this kind of work.
I would prefer not to lift and relay the flags, whats the verdict on whether my efforts are adequate? The stones have a free edge facing the room - is all the sand going to squidge out over time? The hearth will have a multifuel stove on top, perhaps a cat as well. Any hints very gratefully received.
I would prefer not to lift and relay the flags, whats the verdict on whether my efforts are adequate? The stones have a free edge facing the room - is all the sand going to squidge out over time? The hearth will have a multifuel stove on top, perhaps a cat as well. Any hints very gratefully received.