hendricks roofing slate

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Hendricks Roofing Slate is a popular Vermont roofing material. Because of its performance qualities, unique dark gray color and rich texture, architects repeatedly specify this natural Vermont slate for institutional and residential roofing projects. This roofing slate can “weather”, meaning it will take on brownish tones over time. Hendricks Roofing Slate is available in many sizes and thicknesses.

stone type

slate

color

Dark gray/black with varying amounts of black veining and markings.

weathering characteristic

“Semi-weathering”, meaning that some pieces change color when used outside and others do not. Those that do take on brownish tones. (Hendricks Roofing Slate's weathering characteristic is an aesthetic consideration and does not adversely affect its performance or durability).

properties

ASTM Grade A, rough textured, exceptionally strong and hard, durable, dense, low absorption rate, resistant to freeze-thaw cycles. No detrimental effects on the environment.

suitability

exterior

maintenance

Minimal. Broken shingles can be easily replaced with the use of a slate ripper.

samples

upon request

ASTM results

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