Thomson Slate Roofing

Identifying Peachbottom 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.

Identifying Other Vermont Colored 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. 

Identifying Chapman 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.

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. 

Imitation Slate

Often made of post consumer recyclables, imitation slate maybe difficult to distinguish from the real thing from the street.