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Hi,
I am a student of architecture , studying in india.I wanted to know about the use of slate as cladding material for exteriors in a multistory housing.is it advisable for climate of Delhi,india.What are the different methods applied.
Poorva, I am not familiar with typical exterior finishes in India. There are different grades and quality of slate. It has been used as a roofing material for centuries so I am sure it can work well outdoors. A typical application would be to have it nailed on just as shingles, lapping joints on successive rows. It is fairly heavy and I would think there would be alternate materials that would be faster and easier with which to work. It would certainly qualify as a "green" material.
I'm sorry I don't have much other information to offer.
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