Del Carmen slate from SSQ has recently been selected for use during the refurbishment of the former Royal Military Academy in Woolwich, south London, which has since been converted and extended into 334 houses and apartments.
The former Royal Military Academy building will be topped with approximately 60,000 of SSQ’s Del Carmen 500x250 roofing slates during the fourth phase of the refurbishment, at a cost of around £50,000.
Marketing Manager at SSQ, Haroun El-Helw said: “We take great pride in knowing that our Del Carmen slates have been selected for use on yet another prestigious military building. Our Del Carmen slate has recently been selected for the Royal Military Academy in Sandhurst, Surrey as well, so we are delighted to see that our slate fits the mould for such impressive structures.
“Our Del Carmen slate is guaranteed for at least 50 years, or more depending on the grade of slate chosen, so it’s encouraging to know that the slates will be there for many years to come, looking every bit as impressive as the day the slates were first laid.”
SSQ’s Del Carmen slate is tested to NF228 standards – the world’s leading slate standard introduced in France which tests for water absorption levels, flexural and transversal strengths, density and the carbonate and non carbonate content. This independent testing procedure ensures that NF certified slates will not rust or leach and importantly, will not fade over time, meaning you can enjoy the sight of your high quality Del Carmen slated roof for years on end.