Comparing our range of premium natural roof tiles at SSQ

At SSQ, we supply a range of high-quality slates. Most of our slates are spanish slate mined in the prestigious slate-producing area of Northwest Spain. We also exclusively supply Riverstone phyllite from our South American SSQ-owned quarry.

Slate Appearance Usage Origin
Riverstone Green-grey phyllitic sheen Roofing, cladding, flooring, heritage properties, conservation areas La Repressa quarry, Argentina
Del Carmen Deep blue-black colour, longitudinal grain, slightly rippled texture Roofing, heritage properties, conservation areas Del Carmen quarry, Cabrera Mountains, Northwest Spain
Domiz Rich blue-grey colour Roofing – alternative to Welsh Ffestiniog slate Cabrera Mountains, Northwest Spain
Matacouta Deep blue-black colour, thick cut, naturally riven texture Roofing, cladding, exposed areas, harsh climates, Scottish architecture Cabrera Mountains, Northwest Spain
Del Prado Black-blue colour, deep texture Roofing Cabrera Mountains, Northwest Spain
Silverstone Blue-black colour, smooth texture Roofing, projects requiring a lightweight slate Orense, Northwest Spain
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Why choose a slate roof over a tiled roof?

Natural slate roof is one of the oldest and most durable roofing materials available today. It also has a unique appearance often demanded by heritage property renovation guidelines in conservation areas and on Listed buildings.

When compared to man-made cement, concrete, and clay tiles, natural slate is easily the best option. It is longer lasting, more weather resistant, more cost-effective over its lifespan, and more aesthetically attractive.

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Testimonials

With the roofs being such a visible feature, the choice of roofing slate was a significant decision. We involved the roofing contractor at an early stage in the selection process and they recommended SSQ’s Del Carmen Blue-black slates. Although it’s not an indigenous slate, it is an excellent match for the originals and, having used Spanish slate on other projects, we know the quality is there.

Richard Thorpe, Ridge and Partners LLP

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