Yes, slate is ideal for outdoor use. Whether it’s a slate façade, a slate roof, slate shingles or large-format slate slabs – this natural stone is frost-resistant, resistant to UV discoloration, weather-resistant and retains its shape for decades. Modern solutions such as slate veneer or thin slate are also suitable for a wide range of outdoor applications.

Slate is quarried in Europe, primarily in Germany, Spain and Portugal. The Sauerland region in Germany – including our own slate quarry in Fredeburg – is one of the key areas. Our slate from Fredeburg is renowned for its unique texture and high quality.

Thin slate is an ultra-light form of natural stone in which a thin layer of slate is applied to a flexible backing material. This produces thin slabs of genuine slate for bonding. They are suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. Thin slate combines the look of natural stone with maximum design flexibility.

MAGOG Solar^® Premium is an in-roof photovoltaic system in which the solar modules are mounted directly onto the roof structure. The modules replace the traditional roof covering – whether it be a tiled or slate roof – and blend flush and aesthetically into the roof surface. Our in-roof PV mounting systems are durable, low-maintenance and compatible with modern PV modules, ensuring that energy generation and design work in perfect harmony.

An integrated PV system, also known as roof-integrated photovoltaics or in-roof PV, replaces traditional roofing whilst also providing protection against the elements. The modules are installed directly onto the roof truss and form a continuous, rainproof surface. The result is a smooth, architecturally sophisticated roof that generates energy efficiently and can be combined perfectly with slate and other roofing materials.