New Welsh Roof Slates

1 large welsh roof slate approx.

New welsh roof slates.

Penrhyn quarry has been producing roofing slate since the thirteenth century. Heather blue is enhanced by subtle variations in colour and natural markings that emphasize it true natural beauty. At burton roofing merchants we stock a wide range of cupa pizarras natural slate roofing tiles that are perfect for repairing your existing roof or installing a new sloping roof. Slate is a natural material with unmatched technical features which lasts over 100 years.

The earliest records of slate used in north wales are from the roman fort at seqontium caernarfon circa 77ad. For more information on welsh slates and which slates are best for your latest roofing project don t hesitate to call our team on 01752. Widely known as some of the best most high quality roof slates in the world welsh roof slate prices justifiable run from around 2 per. With a life expectancy of over 100 years it s not surprising that the material can be found on the roofs of stately homes and farm houses throughout the uk.

Welsh slate roof tiles create a stunning and dramatic finish to your home with a range of different colours available and the colour is retained over the lifespan of the slate and does not fade with time. These slate are supplied with out holes as standard. Welsh roof slate prices vary massively across our selection of products as capital grade and county grade 5 5mm and 7 5mm thick respectively welsh roof slates come from penrhyn and cwt y bugail quarries in snowdonia national park. From these sources welsh slate has been used and crafted by many generations of people from all walks of life from the iron age to present day.

Lbs offer a range of reclaimed and second hand slates including welsh slate and old irish kilaloo slates in addition to a wide range of other salvaged slates and ridge tiles. 500 x 300 and 500 x 250 up to 12 weeks delivery penrhyn is a non fading slate supplied with a. A large quantity of 18 x 10 reclaimed grey reclaimed welsh roof slates slate roof tiles. Welsh slate roofing is commonly removed from roofs after 100 years not because they have failed but because the roof timbers holding them up have failed.

Welsh roof slate prices. Penrhyn slate for example was removed from st asaph cathedral after 400 years in use and reused and this practice also applies to civic buildings as far. Welsh roofing slate is as renowned for its durability and long lifespan as it is its natural beauty. A really smart welsh roofing slates a lovely item cash on collection from northallerton please or can deliver locally for cost of fuel no paypal please cash on collection or local delivery thank you.

It is due to the high quality of welsh slate which allows it to be re used after an initial 100 years or so of keeping the rain and weather out the first time around.