This project in Coopersknowe, Scotland used SSQ Matacouta Slate. Cut from the finest Cabrera Mountains of North-West Spain, Matacouta is a favourite of Scottish architects as an alternative to indigenous Scottish stone. Find out why Scottish architects choose Matacouta as an alternative to Ballachulish slate.
Matacouta Projects
Cut from the finest Cabrera Mountains of North-West Spain, Matacouta natural slate is a favourite of Scottish architects as an alternative to indigenous Scottish stone. Specially hand split as a thicker roofing slate, the extra depth adds character to the buildings it decorates as well as providing the essential extra protection that a harsh climate demands. See the beauty of Matacouta for yourself in the case studies below…
Hillside, Kilmacolm, Matacouta Heavy

Location: Hillside, Kilmacolm, Inverclyde, Scotland Slate Used: SSQ Matacouta®, Heavy grade, Blue-black roofing slate
Strathview Terrace, Perthshire, Matacouta Heavy grade

Location: Strathview Terrace, Pitlochry, Perthshire, Scotland Slate Used: SSQ Matacouta® Heavy grade, Blue-black slate
Muckairn Castle, Argyll and Bute, Matacouta Heavy

Location: Muckairn Castle, Taynuilt, Argyll and Bute, Scotland Slate Used: SSQ Matacouta® Heavy grade, Blue-black slate