About Ron Unger Expertise Floor and wall preparation and layout for the installation of ceramic, porcelain and natural stone tiles. Tile repairs, waterproofing of shower seats, pans, walls, steamers and floors. Floating and setting shower pans, walls and floors. grouting, cleaning and sealing sanded, unsanded and epoxy grouts. General knowledge of tile products and the application of products.
Experience I've been in the ceramic tile trade for 21 years, the first 10 years as a tile finisher and the last 11 years as a journeyman tile layer. I've worked in the residential and commercial fields. I've served as Forman as well as layed tile on jobs such as; Car Dealerships, Grocery Stores, Movie Theaters, Hotels, Office Bldgs. ect... As well as; Multi Million Dollar Homes and Condominiums.
Education/Credentials I've attended a tile finishers course and a tile layers course. I am also trained in blueprint reading as well as OSHA certified.
Awards and Honors The company I work for won an award for their ceramic tile work done on the Mexican Consulate in Chicago from the "Tile Contractors Association of America", which I was the forman on.
Question I've recently painted my house using some water based paint products. But after I finished I noticed that there was a large amount of paint on my slate. The slate had already been sealed. However, I could not remove the paint and have tried many cleaning products as well as white spirits. How should I take the paint off?
Answer Hi Robert,
Because slate is basically in its raw state as far as the texture it is fairly easy to clean. I would use a razor scraper (widget) and scrape the paint off carefully. If you scratch the tile it will usually cover up by applying some sealer to it.
I'm not sure what sealer you used but I use "511 Seal and Enhance" by "Miracle Sealant" it will give slate a wet look bringing out the beautiful colors the slate offers. http://www.miraclesealants.com/s_511_seal_enhance.html
I hope this answer is of some help to you. Please feel free to write back with any other questions you may have.
Thank You,
Ron
