Ffestiniog
The unique colours of Ffestiniog slate compliments both heritage and ultra-modern architecture throughout the world.
The Ffestiniog quarry is situated in the heart of Blaenau, Ffestiniog in North Wales and has been producing slates from 1818 and was formed by the Ordovician slate beds laid down over 470 million years ago.
The quarry has recently re-opened due to a high demand for Welsh slate after being closed for more than a decade.
Sizes Available
300mm x 200mm
400mm x 250mm
500mm x 300mm
Advantages
Ffestiniog
- This charming slate is recognised for its beautiful array of blue / grey colours
- The Ffestiniog is a thin, uniform, fine slate boasting a smooth riven texture and beautifully dressed edges
- Ffestiniog slate proudly conforms and surpasses all the top UK tests for water absorption, thermal cycle resistance and sulphur dioxide (acid rain) exposure with an excellent W1-S1-T1 rating
- Having been put through the most stringent selection process, Ffestiniog slate comes selected into thicknesses of 5.5mm, 7mm and 9mm and is tested to the British UKCA requirements
- Full UK guarantee of up to 75 years for the Ffestiniog slate. All our natural slate products come with a guarantee and declaration of performance.
Technical Advice
This slate is available in 3 different grades Capital (thickness 5.5mm), County (thickness 7mm) and Celtic (thickness 9mm). Your ISS representative will advise slate sizes and thickness best suited to your project.
A Declaration of Performance (DOP) and full testing results can be provided upon request.