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Partner with California Slate: Quality Materials for Your Roofing Success

Specify premium slate roofing for projects that stand the test of time.

CONTRACTORS

California Slate Company is committed to providing contractors with the high-quality slate roofing materials and support needed for successful and profitable projects. We offer a wide selection of slate options, reliable service, and technical expertise to help you meet the demands of your clients.

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The Contractors Edge

Your clients expect the best. Offering natural slate roofing demonstrates a commitment to quality and longevity that sets you apart. California Slate Company provides the premium materials and support you need to deliver exceptional results and build a strong reputation.

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Innovation & Performance Data

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Various Colors

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Various Surfaces

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Sizes 8"x6" to 24"x 12"

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Thickness 3/16" to 3/4"s

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Warranty
up to 100 yrs.

Traditional Slate Tile Sizes

California Slate sizes

SLATE2 Tile Sizes

California Slate sizes

While both slate tiles offer the beauty of natural slate, traditional slate tiles come in various larger sizes and thicknesses, requiring more overlap in installation. SLATE 2 utilizes smaller, more uniform tiles combined with an underlayment system, reducing overall weight and installation complexity.

Material:
Genuine ASTM S-1 Premium Slate System

Durability:
Designed to protect for up to 100 years

Hail Impact:
Meets Class 3 & Class 4 standards (FM 4473)

Wind/Rain Resistance:
Exceeds 110 MPH (TAS 100 A, Dade County Protocol)

Fire Rating:
Achieves Class A with appropriate interlayment (ASTM E-108)

BENEFITS OF SLATE

Slate is a durable and beautiful natural stone, formed over millions of years. It's known for its longevity, fire resistance, and unique aesthetic appeal. California Slate Company provides a range of colors, styles, and textures to complement any architectural design.

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CALIFORNIA SLATE COLORS

Color representation is for reference only. Monitor variations may affect accuracy. Contact California Slate Company for accurate color samples before final selection. Please contact us for tile selection guidance.

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Del Castillio Gray

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Sierra Gray

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True Black Galcar

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True Black Hebra

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Gray Green

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Vermont Gray

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Brazilian Gray

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Brazilian Gray-Green

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Brazilian Multi-Color

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Vermont Purple

The Unmatched Advantages of California Slate.

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Authentic, Enduring Beauty:
Every California Slate tile is a singular work of nature, offering natural color variations, rich textures, and unique character that synthetic imitations simply cannot replicate. Our real slate provides an unparalleled depth and richness, ensuring a roof of genuine distinction.


Superior, Generations-Long Lifespan:
A California Slate roof is truly a one-time investment, designed to endure for 75 to over 150 years when properly installed. This exceptional longevity far surpasses the typical 20-50 year lifespan of composite alternatives, offering homeowners enduring peace of mind.


Natural Fire Resistance:
Inherently non-combustible, California Slate provides top-tier Class A fire protection for your home. Unlike composite options that may contain meltable plastics or rubber, our natural stone offers robust and reliable safety.


Sustainable & Eco-Conscious Choice:
As 100% natural stone, California Slate is quarried with minimal processing and is fully recyclable. Choosing our slate is an inherently eco-friendly decision, contributing to a reduced environmental footprint compared to petrochemical-based composite materials.


Unrivaled Prestige & Value:
Installing a California Slate roof significantly increases your home's value, especially within luxury and historic markets. It is universally recognized as the premium roofing option, offering an unmatched level of prestige and long-term appreciation that composite materials cannot command.


Centuries of Proven Performance:
With a rich history spanning centuries of global use, natural slate has consistently demonstrated its superior performance. Historic buildings worldwide still proudly bear their original slate roofs, offering undeniable testament to its enduring strength and beauty, a track record far exceeding that of relatively new composite products.

Ready to get the best roof for your home? Start here.

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meet SLATE2 Lightweight Slate System

Genuine Slate. Remarkably Lightweight. Effortlessly Elegant.

SLATE2™ – an innovative slate roofing system designed to deliver an authentic look and longevity of genuine natural slate while significantly reducing roof load.

  • Under 6 lbs. per square foot
     

  • Minimizes the costly structural reinforcement, Allows slate to be incorporated into more home projects
     

  • Provides both aesthetic versatility and cost-efficiency.

California Slate Architects

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Brochures, Technical Details

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