Roofing
Welsh//Slate benefits from a number of highly practical properties. It is exeptionally durable, unaffected by normal extremes of temperature and is highly resistant to acids, alkalis and other chemicals. It retains its natural colour, even in UV light and is impermeable to water.
Welsh slate from Penrhyn, Ffestiniog and Cwt-y-Bugail quarries are known to produce the finest roofing slates in the world. Specific attributes include:-
- Durability - 100 years plus useful productive life
- Colour-fast, non fading
- Aesthetically pleasing
Welsh slates are commonly taken off roofs after 100 years (after the timbers have failed) and re-used. Penrhyn slate, for example, was removed from St Asaph Cathedral after 400 years in use and reused.
The unquestioned quality and durability ensures Welsh slate is much sort after for heritage and prestigious projects.
Recent projects include:-
St Pancras Station
Kings Cross Station
Number 10 Downing Street
Buckingham Palace
Key benefits to the building owner in having a Welsh slate Roof:-
- 100 year plus product life
- Colour fast, non fading.
- Large format slates available
- Ability to withstand most environmental conditions
Key benefits to the roofing contractor in using a Welsh//Slate product:-
- Low level of on site grading required
- Very low breakages on site
