Cwt-y-bugail is widely recognised as the finest natural slate in the world, and is enjoying a resurgence in slate use. Gordon H Richards has been a distributor of Welsh Slate since 1930 and continues to promote our home grown material.
The heart of Welsh Slate is just up the road from Gordon H Richards in Blaenau Ffestiniog, North Wales.
Due to the carefully managed mining of Cwt-y-bugail, we carry out quotes on an individual quote basis. Please feel free to get in touch with us and we can discuss your requirements.
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Product details
Source:
Cwt-Y-Bugail Quarry, Blaenau Ffestiniog, Wales
Approx Thickness:
Capital 5.5mm, County 7mm, & Celtic 9mm
Colour:
Cwt-y-Bugail Dark Blue Grey
Texture:
Riven
Sizes available:
400x250mm, 500x250mm
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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If you have any questions about our range of Cwt-y-bugail or any other Welsh roofing tiles, please get in touch with our team.