Natural Slate
When it comes to longevity few roofing materials can compete with natural slate. A slate roof could easily last 50-100 years but with the more premium welsh slate they can last from 50-150 years, which is at least double of what other roofing materials can offer.
For people who do not plan to ever sell their home, the incredible longevity of natural slate is a highly desirable benefit.
Natural Slate
When it comes to longevity few roofing materials can compete with natural slate. A slate roof could easily last 50-100 years but with the more premium welsh slate they can last from 50-150 years, which is at least double of what other roofing materials can offer.
For people who do not plan to ever sell their home, the incredible longevity of natural slate is a highly desirable benefit.
Fibre Cement Slate
Smooth, dark-grey and black fibre cement slates manufactured by SVK, Marley Eternit and Cembrit are the most well-known, possibly due to their low cost and ease of availability. Also available in different colours and textures, fibre cement slates have a typical lifespan of 25-60 years, this can generally offer a shorter more cost-effective alternative to the more premium natural slates.
Smooth, dark-grey and black fibre cement slates manufactured by SVK, Marley Eternit and Cembrit are the most well-known, possibly due to their low cost and ease of availability. Also available in different colours and textures, fibre cement slates have a typical lifespan of 25-60 years, this can generally offer a shorter more cost-effective alternative to the more premium natural slates.