grayson roofing slate
specifications
Grayson Slate® Roofing is the classic unfading gray black roofing slate from Buckingham County, Virginia. This exceptional slate is quarried and fabricated by James River Slate Company®, a subsidiary of Vermont Structural Slate Company. Because of its superior properties and performance, reflective gray black color and rich texture, architects repeatedly specify this natural slate for institutional, commercial and residential roofing projects. It is appropriate for both traditional and contemporary architecture. Being an “unfading” slate, this durable material will hold its basic color after many years of exterior use. Grayson Roofing Slate is available in many sizes and thicknesses.
For more information on Grayson Slate and James River Slate Company, please visit www.jamesriverslate.com.
stone type
slate
color
Charcoal gray with some reflective quality. Natural veining and markings occur.
weathering characteristic
“Unfading”, meaning it will hold its basic color even after many years of exterior use.
properties
Exceptionally strong and hard, durable, dense, low absorption rate, resistant to freeze-thaw cycles. Stain- and fire-resistant. 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
upon request
finishes
Finishes Descriptions
Roofing - generally natural cleft both faces with trimmed edges.