1. What are the roof slates made of?
A) 100% recycled P.E. Resins with additives, colouring, and UV Inhibitors.

2. Are the Eco Slates lightweight?
A) The Eco Slates are extremely lightweight in comparison with most other options. On average a square metre will weigh less than 13kg.

3. How are they installed?
A) See our Installation Guide on our Specifications page.

4. What type of nail should I use during installation?
A) Relevant size 9.5 diameter copper, stainless steel or hot-dipped galvanised nails are recommended.

5. The slates seem very flexible, how do they hold up in strong wind conditions?
A) The slates have been tested in winds up to 110mph and therefore the wind causes little or no problem.

6. Does the colour fade?
A) Over the 50 year warranty expect a variable colour change, however the UV inhibitors ensure they are extremely fade resistant.

7. Do you sell caps and ridge slates?
A) No, the slate is flexible so can be used for all the valleys, caps and ridge areas.

8. Do the slates get brittle in the sun?
A) No, the slates have UV Inhibitors built in them to protect against harmful UV rays.

9. Do you need to use underlay during installation?
A) Yes, we recommend using a non-perforated asphalt saturated felt underlay.

10. Can the slates be cut for angles?
A) Yes, a Stanley knife blade or any other cutting equipment will cut the slate.

11. How are the slates packaged ?
A) The slates are packaged using a recycled film in boxes of 26.

12. Do the slates need to be stored indoors or outdoors?
A) We recommend indoor storage, as the slates are packaged in cardboard cartons.

13. Besides the underlay and nails what else do you need?
A) No other materials are needed.

14. What fire rating do they have?
A) Class A fire rating; see the specification page for full test certificates.

15. Will the slate damage during hail storms?
A) No, they have been given a class 4 impact rating (highest impact rating); see the specification page for full test certificates.

16. Will there be any noise problems during heavy rain or hail?
A) No the slates are solid and not hollow so the noise is kept at a minimum.

17. How many slates do you get to a square metre?
A) 17 on average per square metre for a pitch of 20 degrees. 7 per linear metre for valleys or ridges.

18. What is the cost of the slates?
A) Contact our sales office or your nearest local stockist, see our contact page.

19. What guarantee do the slates have?
A) The slates have a 50-year non-prorated warranty.

20. What if the pitch of my roof is below 22 degrees?
A) Roof pitches between 15 - 20 degrees require on average 19 slates per square metre.
Roof pitches between 10 - 15 degress require on average 22 slates.

Please contact the office if you require further information.

21. If the pitch of my roof is below 20 degrees and needs flashing, how is the slate fitted?
A) The Eco Slates are very flexible, therefore can be fitted to a vertical, enabling cap flashing to be dressed over it. Ensure flashing lap is sufficient for adequate weatherproofing. For pitches below 20 degrees it is highly recommended to use the Eco Slates for flashing. If not then it is imperative to ensure existing flashing is sealed to the Eco Slates.