Cedral Birkdale Fibre-Cement Slate Roofing Tile - Blue-Black - 600mm x 300mm

Cedral Birkdale fibre-cement roofing slates offer a refined and precise aesthetic, providing a crisp, smooth alternative to natural slate. Birkdale slates are engineered for projects demanding a clean, uniform roofline with the inherent benefits of modern fibre-cement technology. Manufactured from a durable and lightweight fibre-cement composite, Cedral Birkdale slates are characterised by their smooth, uniform surface and neatly dressed edges. This meticulous finish creates a sleek and contemporary appearance, providing a stark contrast to the textured finish of other slate types while maintaining a classic, traditional appeal. Each slate is consistently sized and typically pre-holed for efficient and accurate installation, ensuring a cohesive and immaculate roof aesthetic.

• Coverage: 13.4 slates/m² with a 100mm lap and 13.6/m² with a 110mm lap
• Tiling weight: 20.4kg/m² with 100mm lap and 20.9kg/m² with 110mm lap

Properties

• Birkdale's smooth finish and dressed edges create a refined, elegant roofline, appealing to designs that require precision and uniformity.
• Significantly lighter than natural slate, these fibre-cement slates reduce structural load.
• Ideal for both new build projects and re-roofing older properties without requiring extensive structural reinforcement. 
• Incredibly robust, resistant to cracking, splitting, and delamination.
• Engineered to withstand the harshest weather conditions, including heavy rain, strong winds, frost, and hail. 
• They are impermeable to water and highly resistant to moss, algae, and fungal growth.
• Fibre-cement offers excellent fire performance, contributing to overall building safety.
• Once installed, Cedral Birkdale slates require minimal maintenance over their extensive lifespan.
• Their uniform size, pre-drilled holes, and lighter weight make installation quicker and more straightforward than natural slate, reducing labour time and on-site waste.

Applications

• Cedral Birkdale fibre-cement slates are a versatile choice for both new build constructions and refurbishment projects across residential, commercial, educational, and public sectors.
• Suitable for roof pitches from 20° to 90°, using nail and rivet fixing.

Certifications

• Fire-rated A2-s1,d0, compliant with BS EN 492 and BS 5534, and resistant to extreme weather.
• A+ rating in the BRE Green Guide, low carbon footprint of 16 CO₂e/m², and fully recyclable.