Identifying Slate
Use this section to identify the type of slate on a roof.
Peachbottom
Identifying Peachbottom Slate
Unfading Green Slate
Identifying Unfading Green Slate
Characterised by a uniform green appearance throughout its lifespan. Unfading green is a non-weathering slate and is one of the most long-lasting slates available.
Vermont Slate
Identifying Other Vermont Colored Slate
Sea Green Slate
Identifying Sea Green Slate
Over time, sea green slate will weather. Some 20% of the slates will turn a buff color. Inititally however, the slates have a gray-green appearance.
Chapman Slate
Identifying Chapman Slate
Bangor Slate
Identifying Bangor Slate
One of the most common slates around. Bangor slate can last many years. As Bangor slates age, they require more maintenance. To get the longest possible life out of a bangor roof, proper maintenance is a must. Many Bangor roofs have been torn-off well before their time because of improper maintenance.
Buckingham Slate
Identifying Buckingham Slate
"Buckingham is characterized by a deep blue-black color, rough texture and lustrous appearance." -- p14. Buying and Maintaining a Home with a Slate Roof.
Fake Slate
Imitation Slate
Often made of post consumer recyclables, imitation slate maybe difficult to distinguish from the real thing from the street.