Vermont Purple Slate
Vermont Purple Slate
The Vermont Purple Slate—a natural roofing material set to redefine heritage and conservation roofing projects across the country.
For centuries, the Welsh Blue Bangor slate has been the benchmark for quality and aesthetics on Ireland's most cherished buildings. Now, we are providing a direct and certified equivalent that offers the same unique beauty and performance required for both sensitive restoration and new premium construction.
The Unmistakable Equivalence: Vermont Purple vs. Welsh Blue Bangor
The traditional Welsh Blue Bangor slate, quarried from Penrhyn, is renowned for its "Heather Blue" or "Penrhyn Purple" colour—a sumptuous, unfading purple with subtle, dark plum tones. This distinctive shade has graced iconic buildings worldwide, including St. Patrick’s Cathedral in Dublin.
Vermont Purple Slate is sourced from the prestigious "Slate Valley" region of Vermont, USA, which shares a geological kinship with the Welsh quarries. The result is a slate that delivers a near-identical aesthetic and technical profile:
· Colour Match: Vermont Purple is a majestic, unfading deep plum/burgundy that perfectly mirrors the famed 'Heather Blue' appearance of Penrhyn slate. It often includes occasional minor green markings, adding to the unique, natural character—a look long associated with traditional Welsh slate roofs.
· Technical Performance: Vermont slate is consistently tested to the highest European standards (BS EN 12326), achieving top-tier classifications (often A1, S1, T1 and W1). This rigorous testing ensures its technical properties are comparable to Welsh slate, guaranteeing outstanding:
o Durability and Strength: With a predicted service life of a century or more.
o Low Water Absorption (W1): Crucial for preventing freeze-thaw damage in the Irish climate.
o Resistance to Thermal Cycling (T1) and SO2 Exposure (S1): Ensuring its rich colour and integrity are maintained over time.
For architects, conservation officers, and homeowners, this equivalence means that Vermont Purple Slate can be specified with confidence as a technically and aesthetically faithful alternative to the traditional Welsh slate for all heritage work
Vermont Purple Slate
€11.79 (ex VAT)
€14.15
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Pickup available at The Buildstore Ltd
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