Slates

Slates of good quality is quarried in the Kharagpur hills in the neighbourhood of Dharhara Station, Monghyr, and is used for roofing, flooring, electrical purposes and as children's slates. A certain quantity of slate quarrying has also been carried out in Singhbhum district to the north-east of Bhitardari and near Buhuta. It is well in demand in the foreign markets. Slate samples collected from Bhitardari were exhibited in STONA - 92', Bangalore and at least nine interested buyers had recorded their willingness on visitor's Register to purchase this material in various sizes.

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Kitchens Pennsylvania
Slate characteristics vary with source. Domestic is typically black, green or mottled (Pennsylvania) and is relatively dense. Many imported slates are available today with wide ranging physical characteristics and overall suitability.
Granite Fireplaces
Thea solid slabs are ideal for applications such as countertops, vanities, fireplaces and tub surrounds - anywhere that a solid surface is required. Tiles are most often used in front entrances, kitchens, floors, backsplashes and showers.