SLATE CLADDING
EXPECT MORE FROM YOUR FACADE.
It’s rare that builders, designers and homeowners agree on building materials. But when it comes to facades, CUPACLAD® slate cladding checks all the boxes—quality, efficiency, ease and sustainability.
Besides offering a range of style possibilities, CUPACLAD provides expert recommendations for your residential or commercial project. Let us help you bring your specs to life and “wow” your clients with our premium slate cladding.
WHY CUPACLAD®?
QUALITY
EFFICIENCY
SUSTAINABILITY
EASEQUALITY
QUALITY
SLATE BY NATURE, SUPERIOR BY CHOICE
CUPACLAD slate cladding meets the highest quality standards in Europe and America. Each piece of slate is carefully selected from our mine for symmetry, tested to exceed quality standards and installed for max airflow.
UNBEATABLE LIFESPAN*
Natural slate has a lifespan of at least 100 years, which guarantees a 50% longer lifespan than any other facade or roofing materials.
100 YEARS
52.5 YEARS
47.5 YEARS
48.75 YEARS
Material lifespan according to the information provided by the manufacturers*
MAXIMUM RESISTANCE
Natural slate is the only material with resistance that increases over time. In other words, it not only outlasts other materials; it gets stronger as they get weaker.
SLATE CLADDING 0.8%
-4.2%
-12%
-13%
Resistance variation in cold conditions. Compared after 600 frost-thaw cycles*
*All these figures are the result of different tests carried out by different authors. You can consult the whole analysis through this link.
NON-COMBUSTIBLE
Natural slate is a non-combustible material, as proven in the test carried for ASTM e136 approval, which makes CUPACLAD a safety solution for any façade.
IMPACT RESISTANT
CUPACLAD is able to withstand damage from impacts, guaranteeing a perfect performance even in the most exposed areas.
EARTHQUAKE RESISTANT
CUPACLAD systems have been specially designed to resist structural movements without cracking, providing stability and security to the building.
EFFICIENCYTIMELESS APPEAL
THE LONGEVITY FORMULA
Our slate’s self-ventilating mounting systems limit moisture, reduce temperature fluctuation and improve insulation. The result? A beautiful, energy-efficient home or building facade that’s less prone to cracks and other structural issues.
IMMUTABLE COLOR
Deterioration of natural slate is unnoticeable to the human eye. Its color remains as radiant as it was when first installed, unlike other materials, which can lose their pigmentation considerably over time.
Color loss in cold conditions. Comparison before and after 600 frost-thaw cycles*
PERMANENT SHEEN
The distinctive sheen of natural slate also remains constant throughout its life cycle, while the sheen on other roofing materials can decrease up to eight times, which is noticeable even to the untrained eye.
Sheen loss in marine environments. Compared after 300 frost-thaw cycles*
*All these figures are the result of different tests carried out by different authors. You can consult the whole analysis through this link.
SUSTAINABILITY 
SUSTAINABILITY
NO CHEMICALS, JUST CRAFTSMANSHIP
Slate is as pure as it gets. While other materials are treated and otherwise modified during manufacturing, slate maintains its natural composition from cradle to grave. From the mine, slate is delivered to a manufacturing facility where it is cut, cleaned and packaged for shipment. Such a simple process reduces carbon emissions and means slate has zero impact at the end of life.
WATER CONSUMPTION
ENERGY CONSUMPTION
AIR POLLUTION
*Comparison carried out based on the information published by the French database INIES on September 2014: http://www.base-inies.fr/Inies/Consultation.aspx.
The study includes the analysis of the various stages in the life of the product: production, transport, installation, use and maintenance and end of life (“from cradle to grave”), for 1 m2 of facade and one year.
EASEEASE
FINALLY, A “WOW” FACTOR THAT’S NOT A HEADACHE
CUPACLAD’s exclusive fixing systems make installation fast and easy. Whether you’re using the self-drilling system or the patented clip system, it’s a simple two-step process: fix the mounting hardware and install the slate.
INTERIOR OR EXTERIOR
ACCENT PIECE OR FULL FACADE
OUR SYSTEMS
At CUPACLAD, we’re all about the possibilities. Builders, contractors and architects can work with our design team to choose a system that’s compatible with your project and create an aesthetic your client will love.
Dynamic and creative
Dynamic and creative, this system combines different slate sizes to generate an eclectic pattern.
Uniform and regular
By aligning the joints, the parallel mounting system highlights the unique texture of each piece of slate.
Modern and efficient
This patented, ventilated system features visible stainless steel clips, which makes it our easiest system to install.
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
“When you’re making decisions for you building, CUPACLAD is one of the smartest decisions you can make."
“CUPACLAD? You don’t get more sustainable than that.”
“The product is great for the North Dakota wind speeds and truly adapts to whatever environment it’s installed in.”
"I feel like it was a good relationship, and the CUPACLAD representatives were very helpful in making sure we covered things early.”
“Everybody wants to have a material that can resist the elements and last a long time. That’s what you have with CUPACLAD slate.”
THE BEST OF THE BEST
See how CUPACLAD slate cladding has transformed homes and buildings across the country.
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