{"product_id":"ecostar-empire-traditional-slate-synthetic-field-tile-class-a-fire-rated","title":"EcoStar Empire Traditional Slate Synthetic Field Tile, Class A Fire Rated","description":"\u003ch1\u003eEcoStar Empire Traditional Slate Synthetic Field Tile, Class A Fire Rated\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcoStar Empire Traditional Slate is a Class A fire rated synthetic slate field tile that delivers the look of natural slate at less than half the weight. Multiple color and size options are available, with bundles as the sell unit. It pairs with EcoStar underlayments and standard slate installation practices.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClass A fire rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Field tile carries a Class A fire rating as stated in the product listing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLightweight synthetic:\u003c\/strong\u003e At less than half the weight of natural slate, it reduces structural load and installation labor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e25% recycled content:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manufactured with 25 percent post-industrial recycled content for an environmentally responsible roof.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtreme weather protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Proven protection against rain, hail, snow, fire, extreme temperature changes and UV sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTextured installs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Staggered and offset installations accentuate roof texture and depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMultiple colors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in three listed color options including Freeport and Auburn Acorn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications Table:\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEcoStar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSell unit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 bundle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEcoStar Empire Traditional Slate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable colors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreeport, Auburn Acorn (3 variants on the line)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 in. x 18 in. x 20'; 7 in.; 1\/4 in. x 18 in. 5 LF\/bundle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSynthetic slate (polymer composition not further specified)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWind \/ fire \/ impact rating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClass A (fire, as printed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage per unit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVaries by item; 5 LF per bundle on the 1\/4 in. x 18 in. variant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntended use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResidential slate-look field tile roofing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCoverage \u0026amp; How Much You Need:\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCoverage depends on the selected variant and exposure; the 1\/4 in. x 18 in. hip\/ridge-style bundle covers 5 linear feet per bundle. For field tiles, calculate coverage from the chosen tile size and the exposure specified in EcoStar installation instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFit and Compatibility:\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEmpire Slate installs with standard slate-style practices and pairs with EcoStar underlayments and accessories. Staggered and offset layouts are supported; fasteners and underlayment are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ):\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What comes in one bundle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e The sell unit is a bundle; the 1\/4 in. x 18 in. variant covers 5 linear feet per bundle, and field tiles are bundled per EcoStar packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How much lighter is it than natural slate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e EcoStar states Empire tiles weigh less than half of natural slate, which can reduce structural demands.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it fire rated?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, this Empire Traditional Slate field tile carries a Class A fire rating as listed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I install it in staggered courses?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, staggered and offset installations are recommended to accentuate roof texture and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What colors are available?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e The listed line includes Freeport and Auburn Acorn among its three variants.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it environmentally friendly?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is manufactured with 25 percent post-industrial recycled content.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eExpert Verdict — Reviewed by the SuperArbor Pro Desk\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEmpire Slate is a smart pick when a slate aesthetic is wanted without the structural reinforcement natural slate requires. Follow EcoStar's specified exposure and nailing pattern for the tile size chosen, and order hip and ridge pieces from the same color lot for a consistent match. 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