Most of the old and very old buildings, some of them emblematic for universal architecture, have in common an element that we are particularly interested in: the slate used for roofs. Whether we are talking about the Roman, Gothic, Baroque, classical or eclectic style, it is impossible not to become aware of the importance of this noble and resistant material, of how much it has influenced architecture along the history.

Here are the main qualities of slate used by Aurora roofing companies now and that make it the best material for your historic home today.

Slate has become, through aesthetic qualities and processing capacity, a basic component of the style of historic buildings; therefore, in the case of renovations, the use of slate respects the accuracy of the style.

Its color can vary from white to black, passing through all variants of gray and even through dark red or green. Good quality slate has the property of not being affected by weather and keeping its original color.

Natural slate is a rock whose main advantages are durability, appearance, elegance and the fact that it is a non-combustible material.  A slate roof is expected to last between 75 and 150 years, but there is often talk of an unlimited lifespan, with many examples of historical monuments that conserved their roofs for hundreds of years.