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Home<\/a> \/ Natural Stone Encyclopedia<\/a> \/ Stone Roofing: Slate, Stone Tiles and Traditional Coverings<\/strong><\/div>\n
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Roofing and heritage<\/p>\n

Stone Roofing: Slate, Stone Tiles and Traditional Coverings<\/h1>\n

Understand natural-stone roofing through geology, splitting, gauge, overlaps, fixings, roof pitch, weight, drainage, wind, snow and repair.<\/p>\n

Request expert advice<\/a>View available stone<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n
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Slate and stone-tile roof showing overlaps, ridges and verges<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Roofing stone is a specialised product<\/h2>\n

Slate splits along cleavage into thin units; traditional stone tiles may be thicker limestone, sandstone or schist. Suitability depends on quarry fabric, frost resistance and established local use.<\/p>\n

Wall or floor stone should not be assumed suitable for a roof.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n

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Weight and roof structure<\/h2>\n

Stone roofs can be heavy, especially with thick overlapping units. Survey rafters, battens, walls and foundations before replacement or conversion.<\/p>\n

Structural design must include snow, wind and maintenance loads.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n

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Pitch, gauge and overlap<\/h2>\n

Roof pitch, exposure, unit size and fixing pattern determine headlap and sidelap. Water must flow across courses without relying on sealant.<\/p>\n

Ridges, valleys, verges, eaves and penetrations deserve full-size details.<\/p>\n

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Detail<\/th>\nMain purpose<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Headlap<\/td>\nPrevent wind-driven water reaching the underlay<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Gauge<\/td>\nControl course spacing and exposure<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Fixing<\/td>\nResist sliding and wind uplift<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Underlay<\/td>\nSecondary weather protection<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Ventilation<\/td>\nManage condensation and drying<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Snow guard<\/td>\nControl sliding loads where required<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n
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Fixings, metals and climate<\/h2>\n

Use durable fixings compatible with stone and exposure. Copper, stainless steel and other metals require correct detailing to avoid corrosion or staining.<\/p>\n

Freeze\u2013thaw, hail and thermal movement influence regional practices. Follow local roofing rules and quarry guidance.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n

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Inspection and repair<\/h2>\n

Inspect broken or slipped units, corroded fixings, ridge movement and blocked drainage. Replace locally with compatible size, thickness and appearance.<\/p>\n

Historic roofs should retain sound material and characteristic irregularity while restoring weather resistance and safety.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n

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Need advice for a real project?<\/h2>\n

Marble Import supports international homeowners, architects and interior designers with stone selection, samples, technical feasibility and coordination of high-end stonework in France and across Europe.<\/p>\n

Request a quotation<\/a>Contact our team<\/a><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n
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Related natural-stone guides and services<\/h2>\n

Continue with the technical guides and project resources most closely connected with this subject.<\/p>\n

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