Penrhyn is a beautiful, hard wearing natural slate. Gordon H Richards, has been a proud supplier of Welsh slate since the 1930s.
Gordon H Richards is located not far from the Penrhyn Quarry in Bethesda, North Wales where this beautiful natural slate originates from.
The mining of Welsh Slate is careful managed so we carry out our quotes on an individual basis. If you would like to discuss your requirements, please get in touch and we can create a personalised quote for your project.
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Source:
Penryhn Quarry, Bethesda, Wales
Approx Thickness:
Capital 5.5mm, County 7mm, & Celtic 9mm
Colour:
Penrhyn Heather Blue
Texture:
Riven
Sizes available:
400x250mm, 500x300mm
Grades:
Capital, Country, Celtic
Pre-Holing 500 x 250mm:
Please consult brochure
Coverage at 90mm lap:
Please consult brochure
Slate and a half:
Available un-holed
Strength:
Good flexural strength both transversely and longitudinally. A recommended 5% wastage allowance should be applied.
Approx weight:
51kg / M2 based on 500 x 250mm 7mm laid to 90mm lap
Guarantee:
50 year site specific guarantee available upon request
BS EN 12326-1:2014 Test Results:
Water Absorption A1, Thermal Cycle T1, Sulphur Dioxide Exposure S1
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