The best choice for Scottish roofs
Its extra thickness of 7-8 mm gives it the perfect strength to withstand Scottish weather while boosting the value of any property.
A poor quality roof needs constant repair and maintenance, but when good quality slate is used, not only the cost of re-roofing can be effectively discounted, but the repair and maintenance expenses during its lifetime are extremely low.
The use of Heavy 3 slates results in a low life cost.
The value of Heavy 3 lies in its properties
Heavy 3 is more cost effective than concrete or ceramic tiles, which typically last approximately 50 years.
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Impermeable to water
Its extra thickness gives it strength to combat dampness, high wind speeds and driving rains common throughout Scotland.
Weather and UV resistant
Unchanged properties over time without the need for maintenance.
Chemical resistant
Not affected by chemicals or pollutants (acid or alkali) exterior.
Other characteristics of slate, such as strength and impermeability, are also superior to those of concrete and ceramics.
Heavy 3 slate is quarried from the CUPA PIZARRAS No 3 quarry in San Pedro de Trones (León) in northern Spain. This quarry has been in operation since 1892 and produces around 25,000 tons each year!
Not damaged
By fungi, moss, insects, animals or birds.
Strong
While weighing substantially less than man-made roofing tiles.
Non-combustible
Natural slate is a material that does not ignite.