What is best to resurface a cement porch in central Ohio – slate, porcelain, quartzite or perhaps something else?
There are a handful of tiles that are approved for exposed areas in Ohio due the slip resistance required and the durability of the tile necessary to hold up to our freeze thaw during cold months. You could go with a quarry paver tile, which has a look and texture similar to terra cotta or even a smooth brick. Another option is Quarry Pavers such as manufacturers like Seneca to get a better idea of the aesthetic of this option. You will want to look for the products called unglazed Quarry Pavers. Another direction you could go would be a porcelain tile called Weatherstone from the manufacturer Crossville. The Weatherstone series is available in what is called an “XT” finish which is intended for use in exterior settings. The tile has a lot of range in color and is intended to have an installed look similar to that of natural slate. The last option we would suggest would be to use a natural slate, but one that is a little different than what most people associate with slate. It is a Ver
