Proven performance in Scottish weather
Our slate products from our slate quarries have demonstrated outstanding resilience in Scotland's harsh conditions, particularly with excellent freeze-thaw resistance and minimal water absorption. These qualities make them ideal for Scottish architects seeking longevity and reliability.
SSQ's heritage in Scottish construction spans decades, with our slate specified extensively for both historic renovations and contemporary developments. Our products seamlessly blend with Scotland's architectural character.
Excellence in natural slate solutions
With four-decades-plus experience in the Scottish slate industry, SSQ understands Scotland's unique roofing requirements. Our Matacouta slate serves as an outstanding alternative to traditional Ballachulish slate for historic environment Scotland projects.
We provide comprehensive solutions beyond slate roofs, including Riverstone cladding and flooring. Our slate and phyllite products offer the perfect balance of durability and aesthetics, meeting Scotland's demanding specifications.
Contact usIconic Scottish projects
We have supplied slate for several outstanding projects in Scotland. The Dundurn Walk development exemplifies SSQ's contribution to Scottish architecture, featuring our Ultra Riverstone Grey roofing slate. This project, near Loch Lomond, demonstrates how our products complement Scotland's natural landscape.
The development's success, alongside a stunning installation at Dundee Royal Infirmary also featuring Riverstone Ultra grade, highlights why Scottish architects choose SSQ slate. From 19th century historic renovations for replacement purposes to new builds, our slate products continue to enhance the country's architectural heritage.
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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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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
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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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The choice of SSQ Del Carmen was made easier after confirmation that it had gained approval for use in the Welsh National Parks as an alternative to indigenous materials. We were also pleased with the level of technical, design and on-site support we received from SSQ.
The Hafod Renewal Office
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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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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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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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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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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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It was an absolute pleasure to meet you today, and I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for your time and a wonderfully informative CPD.
The whole team really enjoyed it, and you definitely conveyed your passion and knowledge of your products!
I would say I will keep SSQ in mind for future projects, but they always have been. However, I have definitely left with a need to utilise more slate in my design work!
Michael Clifton BSc ACIAT - Oakbridge Bespoke Homes Ltd
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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.
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