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| Weight | 15 kg |
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| Dimensions | 103 × 19 × 3 cm |
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Slate Window Cill or Shelf L62″ Reclaimed
£40.00 Excl. VAT
Slate Window Cill or Shelf Reclaimed
This reclaimed slate window cill (or sill) or shelf brings practical function and strong visual interest to both traditional and contemporary homes. It shows authentic weathering from its hard working prior life sat beneath a window, with worn edges, light scuffs and traces of white paint. It has numerous alternative uses such as shelving, garden seating or a planter display shelf.
Dimensions- L41″ x W7 1/2″ x D1 1/4″ (L103cm x W19cm x 3cm)
Please note, due to the nature of production, the age of the items and process of reclamation, there are likely to be imperfections and wear marks.
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Description
Slate Window Cill or Shelf L62″ Reclaimed
This reclaimed slate window cill (or sill) or shelf brings practical function and strong visual interest to both traditional and contemporary homes. Slate forms naturally from compressed sedimentary rock under intense heat and pressure. As a result, it offers durability, density and weather resistance for architectural applications. Builders have used slate for centuries because it withstands moisture, frost and daily wear. Moreover, slate resists warping and splitting better than many timber alternatives. Its smooth surface is also easily cleaned, making maintenance straightforward throughout the year.
This slate window cill, or shelf, displays authentic weathering from its hard working prior life sat beneath a window. Worn edges, light scuffs and traces of white paint create visual surface variation. Obviously, every mark adds texture and individuality without affecting the slate’s structural integrity. Measuring 41 inches long, these slate cills work brilliantly as sturdy interior shelves. However, the slate weighs almost 16 kilograms, so strong support brackets remain essential. With appropriate support, this reclaimed slate window sill or shelf also creates an attractive temporary garden bench. Alternatively, use the reclaimed slate window cill as a practical planter display shelf beside a patio wall.
Sturdy, Rigid And Flexible
Combined with another stone or slate shelf, this reclaimed slate window cill can help create decorative garden steps. Supported correctly throughout the length, the slate suits pathways leading towards a secondary entrance. Furthermore, cut into smaller sections, this reclaimed slate window sill becomes an unusual addition within larger water features.
Choosing reclaimed architectural materials reduces waste and preserves valuable historic craftsmanship. In addition, reclaimed materials often provide better quality than many newly manufactured alternatives. This substantial slate piece delivers lasting practicality while introducing authentic heritage into indoor and outdoor spaces. Because slate retains cool temperatures, it also suits pantry shelving and utility spaces. Garden designers regularly reuse reclaimed slate for edging, seating and decorative platforms around ponds. Unlike many modern composites, genuine slate develops character slowly through years of exposure. As a result, reclaimed pieces often blend naturally within period properties, converted barns and gardens across the British countryside today.
