Roofing Slate
Your first and foremost layer of protection on any structure is your roof, so why choose a material that has not stood the test of time. Slate roofing tiles have been installed for hundreds of years standing the test of time, weather and beauty. We hope that our inventory page will help you make a better informed decision on what type of roof slates work for you.
As you are choosing the product that is right for you keep in mind some slate roofing products do weather, some are thicker than others, and some have a reflective quality, and please feel free to call us toll-free at 1 (888) 827.5283 with any questions that you may have about roofing slates.
Please also see our Slate Tools Page for installation equipment.
Unfading Gray
Unfading Gray roofing slate is a medium gray or battleship gray that can have some darker gray markings or striations occasionally. The grainy texture of this slate adds character to any roof.
Gray/ Black
This semi-weathering Gray/ Black roofing slate will weather in parts to tones of buff or brown when exposed to the elements. This slate weathers some but less then “Vermont Black” or other Vermont Semi-Weathering products.
Semi-Weathering Gray
Semi-Weathering Gray is a clear gray when extracted from the quarry, but a high percentage of this slate will weather to tones of buff and brown. Weathering slate work well in a neighborhood that is already established, because they quickly provide a "lived with" look to a house.
Sea Green is a semi-weathering green roofing slate that is green when it is first extracted from the ground, but with the unique blend of minerals present in the slate it weathers into rich tones of buff and tans yet still retaining the green overtones.
Strata Gray or Mottled Gray/ Black
This Semi-Weathering Gray roofing slate is predominately gray with darker markings or streaks in each piece. Some weathering will occur with this product bringing forth only slight .
Semi-Weathering Gray / Green
Semi-Weathering Gray / Green will weather 10% to 20% to buff and tans. This should be expected if purchasing this slate color. This product is often referred to as “Semi-Weathering Gray” or “Semi-Weathering Green.”