When it comes to natural slate roofing, there are no substitutes. While there are varying degrees of slate quality, there has yet to be a synthetic product that can duplicate the look, longevity and quality of quarried slate. Having said that, there has been a surge of products on the market that promise characteristics of natural slate at a fraction of the cost. Let’s take a closer look and see how they stack up. Appearance From a distance and to the untrained eye, yes, synt