Perfect slate for the Australian climate
From Queensland to Victoria, SSQ slate proves its exceptional durability across Australia's varied climates. Our slate withstands intense UV exposure and extreme temperature fluctuations without compromise.
Natural slate's inherent strength makes it ideal for bushfire-prone regions, providing lasting protection against harsh environmental conditions. The material's moisture resistance and thermal properties ensure optimal performance in every application.
Australia-wide distribution
SSQ maintains robust partnerships with distributors throughout Australia, ensuring seamless supply chain operations. Our network coordinates precise deliveries, supporting projects from residential builds to commercial developments while guarantee consistent availability of our premium slate products.
Our quarries produce durable slate that perfectly suits Australian conditions. Whether for exterior applications such as roofing, landscaping, flooring, or paving patios, our slate adds a touch of elegance and aesthetic appeal while protecting against water damage and moisture.
Contact usOutstanding Australian projects
SSQ boasts one of the strongest brands in Australia with the Del Carmen Ultra grade slate’s natural beauty and durability make it a popular choice for discerning architects for a specific project.
Our slate Australia projects showcase versatility across various applications making them the perfect choice. Working alongside Melbourne’s very own Roof Service Company for the last 20 years, we have supplied some interesting projects that demonstrate the qualities of the Del Carmen Ultra slate as a versatile choice to supply that natural touch.
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SSQ Ultra Del Carmen slates come with a 75-year guarantee and that was important. Not only that, the on-site services promised – and delivered – by SSQ enabled a smooth and easy workflow.
Stuart Howes, Architect
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The choice of slates was made easier due to the quality of product you provide and the support of Gary Firth throughout the process – which I much appreciate. Gary is a good ambassador for your company.
Pat Murray, Senior Project Engineer, Alvance Group
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Everyone liked Sarria: the client was delighted with its appearance and its consistency made it easy to cut and lay.
Gary Lambert, Complete Roofing Contractors
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Working in a conservation area brings a special responsibility. SSQ Riverstone slate fits perfectly, its tone and texture blending seamlessly with its surroundings.
Joan Kinane, Architect
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SSQ Matacouta slate was chosen as the most sympathetic option. Its consistency and competitive price make it a clear winner over indigenous slates.
Historic Scotland
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With so many ‘interested parties’ the local planners set their minds on a natural slate roof at a very early stage of the project and, from this starting point, we needed something that would satisfy a number of technical and aesthetic requirements – SSQ Domiz blue-grey, was the one chosen for use to compliment the local ‘Shere Green’ colour.
Ben Hunt, Total Project Integration
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We put forward Riverstone as a cost-effective, yet high quality alternative to Welsh Slate, and it was accepted on that basis. The refurbishment work has now been completed and both the owners and ourselves are very happy with the result.
Keith Hicks Architect at Pave Hall
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SSQ Rocaber Blue-grey slate was actually chosen at the initial design-concept stage. A natural slate roof was in keeping with the traditional local architecture.
Tom Ewan, Architect at Model Developments
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We specified SSQ First Domiz Blue-grey roofing slate for both technical and aesthetic reasons:its strength and quality gives the performance needed and its cold, hard, colour provides a dramatic foil to the rich warmth of the western red cedar walls.
Mark Webber, Architect, Nichols Brown Webber
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With the roofs being such a visible feature, the choice of roofing slate was a significant decision. We involved the roofing contractor at an early stage in the selection process and they recommended SSQ’s Del Carmen Blue-black slates. Although it’s not an indigenous slate, it is an excellent match for the originals and, having used Spanish slate on other projects, we know the quality is there.
Richard Thorpe, Ridge and Partners LLP
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Being both high quality and cost-effective, Matacouta slate from SSQ is proving very popular with specifiers and contractors alike for refurbishment as well as for new build projects.
Mr Roy Clark, Baxter Clark and Paul
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It is a very attractive development and we needed something equally attractive and of equally high quality for the roofing material. SSQ Del Carmen slate is top quality, and we liked the colour and texture. What’s more, it is very good value. I’d have no hesitation choosing it again.
Mr Keith Wills, Clancy's Building Manager
