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Types of Slate

Natural slate has been used to roof buildings for a millennia and was brought to the New World by European settlers where the practice of slate roofing expanded significantly. Nothing at the time – and nothing since, engineered or quarried – has been able to match the low-maintenance durability, essential beauty, and fire-proof qualities of natural slate.

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North_Country_Black
New
Arguably the most black slate available, this dark slate does not fade or weather, and remains smooth in texture. Used prominently throughout the world, North Country Black is a favorite among architects.
Vermont_Gray_Black(Strata_Gray)
New
As the name implies, Vermont Strata Gray is a gray slate with inclusions of dark gray and black. Over time, this slate might show some buff and brown weathering.
  • New York Unfading Red Slate Tile, New
    New
  • New York Unfading Red Slate Tile, Reclaimed
    Reclaimed
Unfading Red is rare and its use is usually limited to patterns and accents. Produced only by New York quarries, this uniquely red slate retains its premium color and texture throughout its exceptional 125-175 year lifespan.

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  • Pennsylvania Black Slate Tile, new
    New
  • Pennsylvania Black Reclaimed Slate Tile
    Reclaimed
There are two colors of this slate. New, one is a lighter blue-gray and the other is jet black. After installation, both look gray, but the jet black slates have more impure carbon and will weather out, discolor, and flake more quickly.

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Pennsylvania Black Peach Bottom
Reclaimed
Once quarried by Welsh settlers over a century ago, this extremely durable slate has a life expectancy of 150-200 years. Although Peach Bottom is no longer quarried, this slate is often recycled due to its extreme longevity.
spanish black slate tile new
New
Imported from Spain, these are actually a variety of deep black slate types that generally last 75-200 years, do not fade or weather, and remain true to their deep blue-black color and smooth surface.
  • Vermont Black Slate Tile, New
    New
Vermont Semi-Weathering Black can last 125-175 years, lined in grey and black, and might weather to tones of brown and buff over time.

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  • Vermont Mottled Green and Purple Slate Tile New
    New
  • Vermont Mottled Green and Purple Slate Tile Reclaimed
    Reclaimed
Vermont Mottled Green and Purple is, as you would expect, a uniquely patterned mixture of green and purple and has a life expectancy of 125-175 years.

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  • Vermont Unfading Green Slate Tile New
    New
  • Vermont Unfading Green Slate Tile Reclaimed
    Reclaimed
Vermont Unfading Green has a life expectancy of 125-175 years, does not fade with time, and boasts a grey-green to very bright green coloration.

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  • vermont unfading royal purple slate tile
    New
  • Vermont Unfading Royal Purple Reclaimed Slate Tile
    Reclaimed
Vermont Unfading Royal Purple has a life expectancy of 125-175 years and is a dark purple slate that may include small green markings. It does not weather or change color.

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  • picture of vermont weathering green slate tile, new
    New
  • a picture of vermont weathering green reclaimed slate tile
    Reclaimed
Vermont Weathering Green has a life expectancy of 125-175 years and begins with a grey/green color, then weathers to buffs and tans.

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picture of virginia buckingham slate roofing tile
Virginia Buckingham is the most durable slate available, lasting in excess of 300 years. It boasts a blue, almost black color and high gloss sheen thanks to its unique mineral composition.
Introduction to the Durable Slate Company
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