Lamarite Slate Composite Shingles by TAMKO offer homeowners the authentic look of a classic slate roof without the high-cost and performance issues.

Lamarite Slate Composite Shingles are made of innovative composite materials that are robust, fire resistant, and enduring. Lamarite shingles are formed to the specific textures and contours of slate to create authentic dimension and beauty and are lighter in weight.  They also require less maintenance.  U.S. Patent Pending.

Choose the color that best complements your home or create your own unique color combination by mixing in an occasional accent color.

Natural Beauty. The Performance of Lamarite. 

• Innovative composite shingle material provides long lasting, low maintenance protection and beauty 
• TAMKO Lamarite Slate Composite Shingles are available in 5-inch and 7-inch widths.  These widths can be used in conjunction with the 12-inch width giving many pattern options for the roof
• To add further distinction, consider diamond and scallop shingles for your roof design
• Preformed Lamarite Slate Hip & Ridge Shingles and preformed Lamarite Starter Course Shingles are available
• Easier application than slate–lighter in weight, easier to cut, and is attached using a pneumatic nail gun and two corrosion-resistant roofing nails per shingle. (See Lamarite Slate Composite Shingles Application Instructions for details)
• Still prefer to hand nail? With Lamarite shingles you have that choice. You can nail them by hand using two corrosion resistant roofing nails. For more information on hand nailing click here.
• Lamarite Slate Composite Shingles FAQ
• U.S. Patent Pending
• As with real slate, Lamarite Slate Composite Shingles will weather to a lighter shade after exposure to the environment creating a natural, beautiful look.  TAMKO recommends viewing an actual roof installation prior to final color selection for the full impact of color blending, weathering and patterns

Application friendly design-includes TAMKO's innovative Grab & Go features:

• Multiple contour patterns to help eliminate "block" patterns from forming
• Spacer tabs for correct shingle placement
• 7-, 7½- and 8-inch exposure marks to help create the desired exposure length
• A centerline mark for proper shingle alignment
• A well defined nailing zone to ensure proper nail application
• The use of snow guards should be considered in areas where snow and ice accumulate

Click here to see how Lamarite Slate Composite Shingles compare to traditional slate in a value analysis.

Click here to read the new TDI (Texas Department of Insurance) Product Evaluation for Lamarite Slate.