[Greenbuilding] slate treatment

[Corwyn]

On Oct 14, 2007, at 20:09, tom wrote:

> We're reusing some slate countertops in the farmhouse we're
> renovating (actually I prefer 'recovering' or 'rescuing,' as it was a
> neglected mess).  They are a dark grey, almost black color, which I
> understand means they are a little more absorbent and softer than
> other colored slate usually is.  I sanded the surfaces some to get
> the crud and grime off, though there is still plenty of 'character'
> left to them (maybe they used them when they were butchering
> chickens!?).  I kind of doubt we'll do any food prep directly on
> them, but any ideas of what (or if) I should treat them with?  I'd
> obviously like to steer clear of industrially produced sealers.  A
> wipe-down with pure tung oil maybe?
> thanks

Not sure about slate, but my oil of choice for kitchen wood, is walnut 
oil.  You should be able to sterilize them, if you are concerned about 
putting food on them.

Thank You Kindly,

Corwyn

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