The Durable Slate Company
Founded in 1986 in Columbus, Ohio, the company blends traditional craftsmanship with global reach.
Their craftsmen travel across the Eastern US—and for landmark projects, around the world—to restore historic structures.
Typical projects include church steeples, government buildings, mansions, and embassy rooftops with ornate metalwork.
They operate through regional branches, delivering award
winning results like gold
circle NRCA and international preservation honors.
Their in
house apprenticeship program trains artisans in old
world methods, progressing from apprentice to master slater.
Standout work includes the Norwegian Embassy’s curved copper panels and century
lasting roofs on iconic estates.
They also supply reclaimed slate and tiles, combining sustainability with architectural preservation.
Through a philosophy named “The Durable Way,” they commit to meticulous materials, efficiency, and visual excellence.
“A thing worth doing is worth doing well.”
Completed work must be beautiful.
Completed work must be functional.
Completed work must be long lasting.
Work must be completed efficiently.
Customer must be satisfied.