Natural slate is a metamorphic rock that formed over 500 million years ago. It comes from quarries, where blocks of slate are removed from the earth and then split, sawn, and finished into the slate tiles used on roofs. Slate has been used as a roofing material at least since the Middle...
Permanent metal roofs, the most common type of which is known asIronwood shake, require no maintenance, add value and curb appeal to your home and cost far less than other high-end, permanent roofs (like slate). But perhaps the most compelling reason to choose a permanent metal roof is ...
Home and business owners often choose slate for its aesthetics, but mosaics almost always serve a practical purpose, too. Although slate can be cut into thin mosaic tiles, it is naturally a very durable material that resists cracking and breakage. This makes is a good choice for flooring, ...
it can actually ‘witness’ history being made due to its long lifespan. For centuries, slate’s exceptional longevity and natural beauty have been unmatched, with no otherroofingmaterial coming close. As such, slate is known to be a high-end roofing product. ...
Peter C. Hotton, Globe Staff
A slater is a mason who specializes in working with slate. This natural stone material has been used for centuries as a roofing or flooring material, and may also be used as a form of wallcladdingor siding. Due to the high cost of slate and the difficulty of working with this material,...
Named after the metamorphic rock of the same color, known for being used as a building material for flooring and roof tile designs, slate is considered to be a gray shade with beautiful blue undertones. When planningroom color ideas, slate can bring a sense of the outdoors into the home, ...
Material:Al-Zinc Steel; Type:Bent Tiles; Shape:Wave; Size:1340*420mm; Color:Black; Product Name:Stone Coated Roof Tile; Thickness:0.4mm; Surface:Color Stone Chip Coated; Weight:2.6kg/PCS; Application:Roofing Building Materials; Feature:Environment Friendly; ...
higher than the same sheathing material under white shingles on a sunny day. One might think that benefits solar gain in a heating climate - at least when the roof is not snow-covered. But the same study found that the black roofs also loste heat faster than the white roofs, more or...
Another type of roofing material that is now gaining popularity is the rubber slate. These awesome materials are made from recycled synthetic rubber so they are super eco friendly. In addition, rubber slate roofing materials is also highly recommended for flat roof replacement. Another good reason ...