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Slate can last for a hundred years tiles

less than half that.

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Slate tiles for roofs?

Yes, plenty of people use slate tiles as a roof. However, they are designated to be used for the roof and not anything else.


How do you make a production slate?

Slate rock is normally used for roof tiles etc.


Is slate roof tiles renewable?

yes depending on how much you use


What is a slate roof?

Slate which is a type of stone is used for the roof tiles instead of shingles. It splits in thin sheets and is nailed to the roof the same as regular asphalt shingles.


What is roof tiles used for?

The answer is Slate. It is similar to Shale. It is still used but much less than 80 years ago. Slate is used in upscale roofing applications.


What company would best repair my roof?

It would depend on the type of roof. Do you have a slate roof or a shingled roof? In the Pittsburgh area i would recommend Rick John Roofing. Not sure if they work on slate, but they do work on shingled roofs.


Where can one find grey slate floor tiles?

There are many different places where a person can find grey slate floor tiles. Stores such as Lowes and the Home Depot both sell grey slate floor tiles.


Diagram on slate tiling a roof?

Diagram on slate tiling a roof depends upon various specifications related factors which can be best provided by any professional service provider as per the latest market trends.


Which rock is used for making tiles for roofs?

Slate


Can you use old slate roofing tiles for flooring?

No


A metamorphic rock used for tiles and roofs?

Slate?


How many roof tiles do you need for 4ft by 6ft roof?

how many roof tiles do I need for 6ft by 4 ft pitched