The Stoneleaf Cwt-y-Bugail
Sourced from the home of natural slate in Blaenau Ffestiniog, Cwt-y-Bugail is a prestigious roofing slate.
The Cwt-y-Bugail is a blue grey slate with a smooth surface. It is widely considered to be the pinnacle in roof coverings, and has been used on many prestigious historical and heritage buildings.
Sizes produced range from 12" x 8" up to 20"x12", however production is very much determined by the size of block that is available, and this does vary. Generally production is geared towards 20"x 10" and smaller.
Specification:
Source:
Blaenau Ffestiniog, North Wales
Approx. Thickness:
5-6mm
Colour:
Blue Grey
Surface:
Riven
Grades:
Capital, County and Celtic
Holing:
Slates are generally supplied unholed unless requested.
Slate and a Half:
Available un-holed
Approx. Weight:
36kg/m2 based on 20"x 10" laid to 75mm lap
Guarantee:
100 year site specific guarantee available upon request
BS EN 12326-1:2014 Test Results:
Water Absorption A1, Thermal Cycle T1, Sulphur Dioxide Exposure S1
Slate fixing Guide
Follow Good Practice for Slating to achieve best result on every project.
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