Black Diamond Slate
Slate Type
Black Diamond
Dover Black
Vermont Clear Black
Vermont Black
Georgetown Gray
Vermont Gray
Augusta Green
Vermont Unfading Green
Semi-Weathering Gray Green
Vermont Royal Purple
Vermont Mottled Purple
Vermont Variegated Purple
New York Red
Slate Blends
Slate Blends

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Solutions for Architects
  

Problems & Solutions

  
As with any type of building material, if you are around it long enough you will eventually run into some type of problems. While it may be rare, it is important that it be properly identified and cured. The following section is to help identify problems that do occur with slate roofing and provide a starting point for finding the most cost effective cure.    
   
  1. Improper Nailing
  2. Improper Flashing Materials
  3. Chalking and Calcium Spots
  4. Rust Spots
  5. Unexpected Weathering
  6. Premeture Deteriation
Improper Nailing:
Improper Nailing Examples:
Improper Flashing Materials:
Improper Flashing Materials Examples:
Chalking and Calcium Spots:
Chalking and Calcium Spots Examples:
     
Rust Spots:
Rust Spots Examples:
Slate Roof Rust Spots
  
Slate Roofing Rust Spots 2
Unexpected Weathering:
Unexpected Weathering Examples:
Premature Deteriation:
Premature Deteriation Examples:
Selecting Your SlateWeathering vs. Non-Weathering
Random vs. Constant
Standard vs. Custom Sizes
Domestic vs. Import
Selecting a Roofer
Accessories
New vs. Used Slate
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