Passionate about NATURAL Slate & Phyllite. Our mission is to spread the word on the ideal roof covering material.

London
Joined October 2011
📍Project Spotlight: Orchard Bank, Edinburgh ✅ 130m² roofing project ✅ Riverstone Heavy 40x25 slate ✅ Installed by Bain and Irvine Roofing Contractor and Consultants A quality roof built to stand the test of time, combining exceptional craftsmanship with premium natural slate.
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🏡 Project Spotlight: La Gemme Estate, Australia Completed in 2025 using SSQ Spanish Del Carmen Slate, chosen for its outstanding aesthetics and paired beautifully with Nordic Brown copper dormers. Installed by Heritage Roofing Group Pty Ltd.
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In Kaunas, Lithuania, our Domiz natural slate has been adding a unique look to some new-build residential properties. The slate is extremely popular across continental Europe and it looks and works on cladding facades as on roofs. ssqgroup.com/products/domiz
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Uncalibrated stone is an excellent material for cladding a building exterior. Uncalibrated stone has some excellent properties and can be used for cladding, flooring, and decorative purposes. It's attractive, weather resistant, durable, and fireproof. ssqgroup.com/products/claddi…
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🏡 Passivhaus + Natural Slate The Ide Hill Passivhaus Project achieved an exceptional airtightness rating of 0.205 h⁻¹ @ 50Pa using a highly insulated roof build-up topped with SSQ Del Carmen Ultra slate. Sustainable. Durable. Beautiful. ssqgroup.com/case-studies/id…
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Low-pitch roofing meets contemporary slate cladding. At Saffron House, over 7,100 Riverstone slates were used across the roof and façades. ✅ Roof pitches as low as 7° at hip junctions ✅ Vertical slate cladding ✅ Coastal performance ssqgroup.com/case-studies/sa…
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Can natural slate work on a low-pitch roof? Yes... ✅ Increased headlaps ✅ Enhanced wind uplift protection ✅ Premium low-absorption slate Low-pitch roofs don't have to mean compromising on aesthetics or performance. Read the full article: ssqgroup.com/low-pitch-slate…
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An exceptional project in the heart of Exeter, Bakers Cottage, beautifully finished with Riverstone Random Slates. A stunning example of how premium natural slate can elevate traditional architecture. +44 (0)20 8961 7725 [email protected] ssqgroup.com
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Project Spotlight: Co. Kildare This private house renovation was completed using SSQ Riverstone First natural slate. Chosen for its quality and longevity, the project featured complex valleys, detailed cutting and quality leadwork throughout. ssqgroup.com/products/rivers…
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SSQ's monthly newsletter "𝑺𝒍𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒌𝒔" is out next week - How Low Can You Go? 📍Subscribe: ssqgroup.com/newsletter-sign…
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Lunch and Learn Why Specify Slate RIBA and RIAI CPD is designed to provide invaluable insights into the world of slate roofing.   This session will equip you with the knowledge to make informed decisions.   To book your place here: ssqgroup.com/contact/book-a-…
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🏡 Project Spotlight: Burwood, Australia Completed in June 2026, this residential new-build features SSQ Spanish Del Carmen Ultra, chosen because the client loved its distinctive colour. Installed by Heritage Roofing Group Pty Ltd. ssqgroup.com/products/del-ca…
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Myth: Natural slate isn't sustainable. ✅ Extremely durable ✅ Minimal processing ✅ Long lifespan ✅ Lower embodied carbon than other roofing materials A roof that lasts for generations can be one of the most environmentally responsible choices available. ssqgroup.com/the-advantages-…
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A Victorian home in Uddingston, Glasgow has been transformed with SSQ Matacouta Heavy Slate, featuring hand-cut fish-scale detailing and decorative diamond slate banding. A stunning example of conservation roofing and traditional craftsmanship. 🏠 ssqgroup.com/case-studies/ga…
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A 100-year guarantee sounds impressive... But here's the real question: Who will honour it? Before choosing a roofing supplier, check: ✅ Who backs the guarantee ✅ What's actually covered ✅ Whether it covers the whole roof ssqgroup.com/slate-roof-life…
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Heritage roofing done right. At Great Wadham Farm in Devon, approximately 9,000 SSQ Riverstone Ultra slates were installed as part of a major roof restoration on a Listed farmhouse. A perfect blend of historic authenticity and long-term performance. ssqgroup.com/case-studies/ri…
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Don't kick the can down the road... or your roof. A cheaper roofing product might save money today. But what happens in 5, 10 or 50 years? The best roofing decisions aren't based on upfront cost alone. They're based on long-term performance, durability and peace of mind.
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SSQ’s Del Carmen natural slate played a major role in refurbishing a historically significant piece of Cornish heritage - Grade-I listed building, Saltash Train Station. Funded by Cornwall Council, GWR, Network Rail, the Railway Heritage Trust. ssqgroup.com/case-studies/de…
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Project Spotlight | Mittagong, Australia 🇦🇺 ✅ Residential roofing project ✅ SSQ Spanish Del Carmen Slate ✅ 500 x 300mm A beautiful example of premium natural slate roofing delivering timeless style and lasting performance. ssqgroup.com/products/del-ca…
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SSQ's monthly newsletter "𝑺𝒍𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒌𝒔" is out next week - Don't kick the can down the road. 📍Subscribe: ssqgroup.com/newsletter-sign…
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