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SSQ Matacouta

 

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Matacouta Slate

SSQ Matacouta is blue/black in colour, exhibits a naturally riven texture and is unique to the quarry in North West Spain from where the slate takes its name. The distinctive blue/black colour is completely natural and devoid of artificial pigments, so it will not fade even when exposed to the harshest environments in Scotland.

 

SSQ Matacouta is produced in different thickness to reflect the indigenous style of specific regions and has a lifespan guarantee of 75 years. It is imported exclusively by SSQ and is available through SSQ’s highly efficient distribution network.

 

Product Data

Fixing SSQ Matacouta slates poses no problem for an experienced slater. They can be fixed both by the traditional method and by the modern hook system. SSQ can provide fixing details of both methods. Please click here to request a copy.

 

On roofs, SSQ Matacouta slates are suitable for pitches as low as 17°, subject to proper detailing and fixing.

 

When fixed correctly, SSQ Matacouta slates offer a life expectancy generally in excess of that of the building.

 

Testing

Samples of SSQ Matacouta have been tested in accordance with, and comply with, the relevant sections of:

 

Test certificates are available from SSQ on request. Please click here to request a copy.

 

Testing for the BS 680 is carried out by a NAMAS accredited testing house. Testing for the P32/302 is carried out by Laboratoire Natonal d’Essais.

 

Features and Benefits

Fire: The slate is completely non-combustible

 

Optical: The colour of SSQ Matacouta slate is totally natural and devoid of artificial pigments. It does not fade in the sunlight.

 

Climate: SSQ Matacouta slate is non-porous and its very low coefficient of expansion means that it is unaffected by changes in temperature.

 

Compatibility: SSQ Matacouta is compatible with virtually all building products.

 

Chemical and Biological:The slate is almost totally inert with no adverse reaction in polluted environments (i.e. acid rain). Its high purity means it does not rust or crack. The slate is unaffected by insect attack.

 

Sizes and Weights

England, Wales and Northern Ireland
Thickness
(mm)		 Size
(cm)		 Weight per 1000
(kg)
7-9 40 x 25 1950
7-9 40 x 20 1620
7-9 35 x 25 1500
7-9 30 x 20 1250

 

Scotland
Thickness
(mm)		 Size
(cm)		 Weight per 1000
(kg)
7-9 40 x 25 1950
7-9 40 x 20 1620
7-9 35 x 20 1500
7-9 30 x 20 1250

Slate/half available

 

Contact sales@ssq.co.uk for prices and availability.

 

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