Concrete slate-effect tiles
- 17.5°+
- 50–60 years
- ££ Mid-range
Concrete · Flat interlocking
Flat, slate-effect concrete tiles. Neat, modern and economical.
About this roof covering
A large flat concrete tile that interlocks, giving a smooth, slate-like roof at a fraction of the cost of real slate. Thin-edged versions have a crisper, more slate-like edge.
- Typical minimum pitch
- 17.5° and steeper
- Typical lifespan
- 50–60 years
- Weight
- Medium
- Relative cost
- £ Budget
- Coverage
- About 10 tiles per m²
- Style
- Modern · Flat interlocking
Colours
- Grey
- Blue-grey
- Brown
- Black
Good for
Pros
- Low cost
- Clean, contemporary lines
- Suits low pitches
Things to consider
- Doesn’t have the depth of real slate
- Surface colour can fade
Where you'll see it: Re-roofs of bungalows and semis, and new builds.
Figures are typical guides and vary by manufacturer and roof. We’ll confirm what suits your roof at a free inspection. The picture is an illustration.
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Low-pitch concrete tiles
- 12.5°+
- 50–60 years
- ££ Mid-range
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- 15°+
- 60+ years
- £££ Higher
Concrete plain tiles
- 35°+
- 50–70 years
- ££ Mid-range
Book a free inspection, or send a few photos for a free online estimate. No deposit, and you only pay when the job is done.
- No depositPay on completion, once you’re happy
- Free inspectionWith a fixed, written quote
- 24/7 call-outsFor leaks and storm damage