Spanish natural slate
- 20°+
- 75–100 years
- £££ Higher
Natural slate · Slate
Blue-grey or heather slate from North Wales. The benchmark for quality.
About this roof covering
Split from quarries in North Wales, Welsh slate is famously hard-wearing, with a fine grain and subtle blue-grey or heather-purple tones. It’s the original slate on countless Victorian terraces and lasts well over a century.
- Typical minimum pitch
- 20° and steeper
- Typical lifespan
- 100+ years
- Weight
- Light
- Relative cost
- ££££ Premium
- Coverage
- About 20 slates (500 × 250 mm) per m²
- Style
- Heritage · Slate
Colours
- Blue-grey
- Grey
- Mixed
Good for
Pros
- Outstanding lifespan
- Natural, non-fading colour
- Lighter than tiles
Things to consider
- Premium price
- Fixed slate by slate, so slower to lay
Where you'll see it: Victorian and Edwardian terraces across the north of England.
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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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