Empire Slate
The Traditional Beauty of Slate with the Durability and Proven Protection of a Synthetic
An affordable and environmentally-friendly alternative to natural slate, EcoStars Empire Slate captures the traditional beauty of slate roof tiles while providing the durability and proven protection of a synthetic. Empire Slate is manufactured with 25% post-industrial recycled content to create a lightweight and environmentally responsible alternative to natural slate. Empire tiles are proven to protect against the most extreme elements such as rain, hail, snow, fire, extreme temperatures change and UV sunlight.
Product Offerings
Many unique shapes and designs have been seen in slate roofing throughout history. EcoStar offers Empire Slate in five tile shapes, along with Hip & Ridge, for endless opportunities to create unique and custom designs for any residential or commercial project. Whether your design calls for a traditional Georgian, modern bungalow, or contemporary ranch, our Empire tile line has the perfect combination of options to enhance the personality of your architectural style.
12" Traditional
The classic look of the 12" Traditional tile provides beauty and architectural appeal to any building.
10" Traditional
The same look and appeal of the 12 Traditional in a smaller size for additional customization.
Beaver Tail
The rounded look makes this classic slate tile perfect for designing unique roof patterns or creating a true carriage house appeal.
Beveled Edge
The look of scalloped edges in a hexagonal pattern makes beveled edge tiles a classic.
Chisel Point
Chisel Point tiles form a beautiful diamond pattern on the roof, reminiscent of European roof designs.
Hip & Ridge
Empire Slate Hip and Ridge is designed to provide the look of natural stone slate in the ridge and hip portions of the roof.
Random Width Blend
Empire Slate Random-Width Blend is an even blend of 6", 9" and 12" synthetic slate tiles, which provides unparalleled beauty.
Colors
Many unique shapes and designs have been seen in slate roofing throughout history. EcoStar offers Majestic Slate in five tile shapes, along with Hip & Ridge, for endless opportunities to create unique and custom designs for any residential or commercial project. Whether your design calls for a traditional Georgian, modern bungalow, or contemporary ranch, our Majestic tile line has the perfect combination of options to enhance the personality of your architectural style.
Features & Benefits
Product Information
Committed to preserving natural resources, EcoStars Empire Slate is manufactured from a proprietary compound of recycled content which creates long lasting durability while providing superior protection against extreme weather conditions. Available in 14 standard colors, and unlimited custom color options, Empire Slate offers endless possibilities to achieve the beauty of natural slate at a fraction of the cost. Class A fire resistance (UL 790) is standard, making Empire Slate an exceptional choice for any commercial or residential roof..
The increasing awareness of the effects of climate change on the ecosystem and the economy continues to influence standards for environmental responsibility. Empire Slate offers a solution to the obstacles imposed by escalating regulations on building practices and can provide significant cost savings on roof maintenance expenses, cooling expenses and property insurance.
The increasing awareness of the effects of climate change on the ecosystem and the economy continues to influence standards for environmental responsibility. Empire Slate offers a solution to the obstacles imposed by escalating regulations on building practices and can provide significant cost savings on roof maintenance expenses, cooling expenses and property insurance.
Advantages
- Less than half the weight of natural slate
- Cool colors help reduce energy used by air conditioning units, typically resulting in energy savings between 10-30%
- Significant property insurance discounts may be available when upgrading or building a roof to protect against hail
Architectural Flexibility
- Blend Designer Series tiles together to add new personality to your home
- Staggered and offset installations accentuate roof texture and depth
- Available in 14 standard colors
- Enhance the historical look in both residential and commercial buildings
Strength & Durability
- Provides superior durability and protection from extreme weather conditions that include wind, hail and driving rain
- Significant life cycle savings
Environmental Sustainability
- Manufactured from 25% post-industrial recycled rubber and plastics
- Cool colors contribute to the mitigation of the urban heat island effect
Warranty Options
- 50-Year Limited Material Warranty
- 50-Year Gold Star Labor & Material Warranty
- 110 mph Wind Warranty available
Technical Information
- UL listed Class C fire resistance (UL 790)
- UL Class 4 impact resistance (UL 2218)
- Wind resistance to 110 mph (ASTM D3161)
- Prolonged UV Exposure (ASTM G155)
- UL Evaluation Report to ICC AC07 (R18920-01)
- May contribute to LEED points
- Manufactured in strict adherence to ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management
- Fungus resistant (ASTM G21-09)
