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Buckingham Gray Black Slate

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Sample of Buckingham Gray Black Dry, Simulated Roof
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Sample of Buckingham Gray Black Wet, Simulated Roof

Buckingham Gray Black Slate

A California Slate Company exclusive in the Western states: Buckingham’s blue-gray-black slate graces historical and modern buildings across the nation. The slate maintains a fine grained mica or “phyllitic” sheen which is inherent in its composition. This lustre is apparent on its lightly textured surface and will last for generations. It is unfading under all conditions.

Coming from their quarry in Virginia, Buckingham Slate has been producing slate since 1867. Buckingham Slate is recognized as the best in the industry and has the highest ratings possible. Rated S1 Grade pursuant to ASTM standards. It is guaranteed to last for generations. Its durability, strength, and historical significance have made it an American classic for centuries.

Technical Details

Size: 16″ × 10″ to 16″ × 8″ & 18″

Thickness: 316″ to 34(5 to 19mm) standard between 316″ and 12
heavy between 12″ and 34

Weight: 900 to 2,400 lbs/sq.

  • 316″ 900 lbs/sq.
  • 38″ 1,100 lbs/sq.
  • 12″ 1,600 lbs/sq.
  • 34″ 2,400 lbs/sq.

Provenance: Virginia