Fletcher Roofing limited - Our Services - Slate Roofs
Man Made Slate
Man made slates are made from fully compressed fibre cement, protected with an acrylic coating and coloured to reproduce the
attractive appearance of natural slates. The combination of cement, fibres and water produce a strong, flexible and durable
material that can be produced in greater quantity and more economically than traditional building products.
Natural Slate
The rustic look and unsurpassed durability of a slate roof cannot be rivalled by manmade substitutes and these qualities will
also reflect in the overall prestige and investment value of your new or old project. Because slate is such a durable material,
most of the slates stripped from a roof are likely to be reusable. However, it is common for at least 10% of the slates to require
replacement. To maintain the appearance of the roof, the salvaged slates should be used on external roof slopes visible from the
ground.
