The Swisspearl Berona Structured slate offers a compelling alternative to natural slate with its authentic appearance and practical benefits. Here are some key features and technical details:
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Appearance: The slate mimics the look of natural slate, featuring an attractive riven surface and natural dressed edges, providing a traditional aesthetic appeal.
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Material: Manufactured using high-quality materials including Portland cement, superior blended synthetic and cellulose fibers, and durable surface coatings.
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Dimensions: The slates come in a rectangular format with a thickness of 4 mm and dimensions of 600x300mm.
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Coating and Surface: Coated with water-based acrylic paint, ensuring protection and longevity.
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Color: Available in Slate Graphite color, providing versatility to suit various architectural styles.
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Fire Protection: Classified as Class A2 - s1, d0 for fire protection, ensuring safety standards are met.
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Installation: Designed for easy installation, the slates are lightweight, pre-holed, and can be easily cut with hand tools, eliminating nuisance dust. They do not require grading and sorting like natural slate, enhancing cost competitiveness.
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Fixing: Recommends fixing each slate with two 2.65mm x 30mm long copper nails, and securing the tail with a copper disc rivet of suitable quality, correctly bent downslope through 90°.
These features make Swisspearl Berona Structured slates suitable for a wide range of projects, including residential, commercial, or publicly owned buildings, whether for new construction or refurbishment projects.