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Our competition to celebrate the very best slate craftsmanship of the year is back. Discover the candidates of Group 5 (International) and choose your favorite! Voting is open until Thursday, 4 December at 4:00 PM (CEST). The winner of this group will qualify for the final round alongside the winners of the other groups. The […]

As every year, the countdown to our Best of the Best contest has begun! To make sure you’ve got everything you need right at your fingertips, we’ve put together this quick Q&A guide so nothing slips through the cracks. What is the Best of the Best? The Best of the Best is our annual video […]

The owners of this family home in Illinois had their hearts set on a beautiful natural slate roof, a timeless choice that would perfectly complement their property’s character. However, the home’s structure couldn’t support the weight of a traditional slate installation, and the neighborhood’s HOA restrictions left few alternatives. Faced with these challenges, finding a […]

We are proud to announce that CUPACLAD, our natural slate rainscreen cladding system, has successfully passed the most demanding seismic tests carried out at the Centre Scientifique et Technique du Bâtiment (CSTB), France’s leading authority for technical assessment and certification of building products. The tests, conducted at the CSTB’s facilities in Paris, simulated various seismic […]

Our innovative roofing system for real slate is evolving to make life easier for everyone across the US. With newly enhanced features and redesigned packaging, Readyslate combines its trusted durability with greater convenience and on-site efficiency. The new design is shorter and lighter, made up of four pieces of natural slate, making the panels easier […]

This contemporary residence in Bethesda (Maryland) draws the eye with its striking geometry and thoughtful design. Its façade combines a rich mix of materials, shapes, and colors, where natural slate brings texture, depth, and timeless elegance, completing a home that is both modern and effortlessly beautiful. Our CUPACLAD 101 Random was chosen for its playful […]

The fifth edition of the Best of the Best competition is officially underway. We’re on the lookout for the finest natural slate roofer of the year… and it could be you! Taking part is simple: just send us a video showcasing your work. All the details are on the Best of the Best page, but […]

When we think of natural slate, it’s common to associate it with pitched roofs in rainy or cold regions of Northern Europe. However, this image doesn’t reflect its full potential. Slate is not only for cold climates it’s also an excellent choice for homes in warm, sunny, and even coastal areas.  From the sunny coasts […]