Covering hearth with slate easier than it may seem Published: Sep. 03, 2008, 5:08 p.m.

Hearth pads are pre-made thin platforms that you set on the floor. Some come covered with tile, and I have seen some made with slate. Many of the hearth pads I have seen come in a few popular sizes.

Slate hearth Level off the floor of the hearth and put a layer of cement down. Gently push the slate tiles into the cement. Use a straight stick to check that the tiles are level and leave to dry.