Slate Roof Construction

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Slate roof construction.

We will gladly provide further information on this exciting development in slate roofing. Slate is a lifetime and visually appealing roofing material for all kinds of structures. It is one of several options for commercial roofing projects along with clay tile shingles and wood shakes metal and a variety of synthetic products. Seventeenth century building ordinances of new york and boston recommended the use of slate or tile roofs to ensure fireproof construction.

The biggest advantage to installing a slate roof on your home is the appearance. Slate roofs were introduced in boston as early as 1654 and philadelphia in 1699. Some homes were created with the promise of a slate roof in mind. Davinci slate delivers on that promise with its astonishing versatility.

Make a batten gauge block after you have worked out your desired batten gauge consider making a batten gauge block from an offcut of batten. How to lay a slate roof this video takes you through the process of laying slate onto the roof and includes details like abutting walls verges gables eaves slates starter course and top slates. Slate roof tiles are made of 100 natural stone and have a naturally cleft surface with beautiful color variation ranging over the entire roof. Depending on the grade thickness and the overall quality of slate tiles expect to pay between 6 50 and 15 00 per square foot for materials alone.

Davinci slate delivers the highest levels of beauty without the typical challenges of a natural slate roof.