Can you install slate onto a drywall wall?

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Can you install slate onto a drywall wall?

2007-04-11 06:10:22 · 2 answers · asked by yase 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Decorating & Remodeling

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You could, but would you be better off if you put up a concrete backer board?

2007-04-11 06:13:46 · answer #1 · answered by Fordman 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Fordman is right. If the slate is very thin, i.e. light in weight, drywall would probably hold it but if it is even a 3/8 of and inch thick the weight will accumulate quickly. Additionally the adhesion of mortar to drywall is iffy at best. If you can possibly do I strongly recommend the backer board designed for the purpose.

Good luck, sounds like some work is in order.

2007-04-11 06:18:56 · answer #2 · answered by gimpalomg 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋