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.
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Historic Black
This charcoal gray slate is a warm color with slight variations in surface qualities. Historic Black roofing slate is produced as a thicker slate to help provide the roof with a more substantial presence. These slate tiles add an extra dimension of depth to the entire roof. The gray/ black varies some from piece to piece which contributes to the unique look of the entire roof.
Historic Gray
This slate is a combination in color of both the Historic black and Historic green slates. Historic Gray roofing slate is a lighter medium gray slate with a consistent over all color. These gray slate tiles have slight under tone of green. It is quarried thicker to produce a bold perception of depth across the entire slate roof. This slate is commonly referred to as an “Unfading Gray.”
Historic Green
Historic Green slate commonly referred to as a “Semi-Weathering Gray/Green” is very consistent in color across the entire roof. Over time this slate may weather with tones of yellows. This slate is quarried thick to produce a bold perception of depth. This slate is commonly tested by ASTM as on S-2 grade of slate.
Unfading Blue / Black
Unfading Blue/ Black is produced from
Semi-Weathering Black or Clear Black
When intially installed Clear Black roofing slate is charcoal black and consistent in color, yet over time the Semi-Weathering Black slate weathers to tones of and brown when exposed to the elements. This slate is commonly referred to in the industry as a “Vermont Black” or a “Clear Black.”
Unfading Green
Unfading Green roofing slate is gray/ green in tone with very little variation in the tiles across the entire roof. This slate is often used to blend with other purples and grays.