Slate looks good for a lifetime, whether it’s honed, brushed or riven. Use it to bring a sense of style to outdoor dining areas, zone a space, or mark a transition from inside to out. Choose regular or mixed-sized slabs, paddlestones or decorative chippings and make the most of its versatility on steps, wall facings, garden features and paths. If your budget is tight, confine it to a small but prominent area – or use a lookalike. .Read more at link below. https://www.houzz.co.uk/ideabooks/107264275/list/how-slate-can-create-a-stunning-effect-in-your-garden